Summer Camp Counsellor

6 hours ago

Woodstock, Ontario, Canada Camp STEAM Full time

Summer Camp Counsellor

Do you have a passion for education and learning? Do you love working with children and youth? Do you consider yourself a coding or robotics specialist? Then we want you to join Camp STEAM as a Counsellor

The Counsellor is enthusiastic and has excellent group management skills. Counsellors enjoy organizing the camp activities from setup to cleanup. The Counsellors respect health and safety procedures and are interested in developing their leadership skills.

Why join Camp STEAM?

  • Monday to Friday work schedule – weekends off
  • Daytime work hours
  • Canada Day and Civic Holiday Off
  • Fun work environment and culture while working with children
  • Career pathing – get experience in the STEAM fields
  • Future Opportunities
  • Rewards and Recognition
  • Multiple locations to choose from; for a full list of our sites please visit Camp STEAM Locations.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities of a Counsellor include but are not limited to:

  • Report to the Camp Leaders and participate in weekly mentorship sessions to support skill development and career growth

  • Facilitate hands-on, problem-based activities for campers, guiding teams through experimentation, collaboration, and creative problem-solving.

  • Incorporate technology and digital skill-building opportunities (coding, robotics, foundational AI skills)

  • Support activity setup, transitions, and rotations across groups

  • Create a fun, safe, and engaging atmosphere for campers

  • Model appropriate behaviour and positive interactions

  • Engage with each camper individually and ensure fair treatment for all

  • Provide guidance and mentorship to CITs and peers on activity facilitation and STEAM/digital skills

  • Follow health, safety, and campsite cleaning procedures, including WHMIS, hazard checks and emergency protocols.

  • Carry out other reasonable duties requested by the Camp Coordinator, Program Coordinator, or Management Team

Note: Candidates applying for any position with Camp STEAM must have a valid certificate in Standard First Aid with CPR-C from a reputable provider of first aid training as recognized by WSIB / WCB / WorkSafe BC, as well as a Police Check in the Vulnerable Sector that was issued no earlier than August 28, 2025.

Successful Candidates Should Possess:

  • Working towards a high school diploma or enrolled at a post-secondary institution
  • 1 year experience working with children
  • Knowledge and understanding of STEAM related topics
  • Inspirational and creative thinking skills
  • Customer service-oriented mindset
  • Teamwork and collaboration skills with the ability to take initiative
  • Strong planning and organizational skills, with the ability to adapt to change
  • The ability to anticipate problems and opportunities, and develop effective solutions
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Must be able to commute to workplace location
  • This position may be funded through the Canada Summer Jobs program. Applicants must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or protected persons to be eligible.

What to Expect

Although our camp season runs in July and August, we are looking for Summer Camp Counsellors to begin training in late June 2026. This is a full-time, contract role that is a great opportunity for people who enjoy working with children.

Hourly Wage

$17.60–$20.00 per hour (depending on province and local wage requirements)

Camp STEAM is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and welcome those who may contribute to further diversification, including Indigenous youth, racialized youth, Black youth, youth with disabilities (visible or invisible), 2SLGBTQI+ youth, and youth living in rural or official language minority communities. This position also supports national priorities such as exposure to technology and digital skills, including foundational artificial intelligence skills, and contributes to local priorities through children and youth programming. We are committed to providing accommodation in accordance with applicable human rights and accessibility legislation in Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta throughout the recruitment, selection, and employment process.

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