Camp Leaders – Spring Camps St. Michaels University School

One of our core values at St. Michaels University School is respect. With this in mind, we acknowledge that our school rests in the heart of Straits Salish territory, a living culture with its own rites, ceremonies, and unfolding history. We honour the Esquimalt, Songhees, and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples – whose homelands we share and whom we recognize as our neighbours. St. Michaels University School’s External Programs Department offers an array of educational enrichment programs for all students. During holiday periods (winter, spring, summer breaks), the programs provide a learning experience for students aged 5-16 that emphasize skill development, cooperation, participation, and fun. The Position: We are seeking energetic and enthusiastic Camp Leaders for St. Michaels University School (SMUS) Spring Camps program. Reporting to the Coordinator After School Care and Camps, the Camp Leader focuses on role modeling within the camp and engaging participants by actively participating in programming. Camp Leaders support and mentor SMUS Camp Assistants to gain experience by role modeling relationship building with campers and mediating minor behavioural challenges. Camp Leaders support the following camps: Discovery Camp: Work with kids aged 5 – 7 to run games, activities, arts and crafts based at the Jr. School Campus. Each week, take campers to local parks and exciting off-campus trips. Adventure Camp: Focused on taking a small group of kids ages 8 – 11 out on adventures 3-4 times a week to local parks, beaches, and hikes, maximizing time outdoors. Work Schedule: March 11, 2026: required two-hour orientation session. March 16-20 and 23-27, 2026: 8:30am to 4:30pm with a 30 minute unpaid lunch break. Responsibilities Ensure a safe, fun, and engaging environment for all campers. Assist Senior Camp Leaders with daily camp preparation and execution of planned activities. Assist with set up and clean up of spaces before, during and after programming. Provide learning and guidance to campers on appropriate behaviour during play and activities. Work collaboratively with other Camp Leaders and SMUS Camp Assistants. Build relationships with campers by showing compassion, empathy and understanding. Act as the secondary point of contact after Senior Leaders for any parent/caregiver interactions. Provide good customer service and clear communication with parents and caregivers. Camp Leaders may undertake Senior Camp Leader responsibilities; this is a great opportunity to gain experience and deeper knowledge. If you feel comfortable, we encourage you to accept these additional responsibilities. Experience and Qualifications Experience mentoring or supervising children. Ability to communicate effectively with parents, campers, and other leaders. Ability to be tactful, demonstrate excellent judgment and work as a positive and collaborative team member. Valid First Aid certificate. Applicants must be a minimum of 16 years of age. Pay Range Hourly pay range: $21.97 – $25.84. Criminal Record Check Must pass and maintain a clear Solicitor General criminal record check for the purpose of working with children. Please apply by 2:00 pm Monday, February 2, 2026. About St. Michaels University School Located in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, St. Michaels University School (SMUS) is a Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12 day and boarding school with a global reputation for academic excellence. At St. Michaels University School, we seek to employ and empower individuals who wish to forge impactful relationships and careers that place our students at the centre. We firmly believe that expanding our diversity while adjusting our practice will lead to becoming the community we envision – a place where staff and students share a sense that they fully belong. #J-18808-Ljbffr