Camp Counsellor, Arts - Culture March Break 2026

City of Mississauga; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A municipal organization in Mississauga is seeking dynamic Camp Counsellors for their Arts and Culture March Break program. Successful candidates will lead activities in drama, dance, and visual arts for youth. Training is mandatory, and applicants must provide certifications by the first day of employment. The role offers various hours and competitive pay based on a minimum wage framework.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age at the start of employment.
• Confident in teaching various age groups and skill levels.
• Must provide First Aid certification and undergo a Vulnerable Sector Check.

Responsibilities

• Support camp program objectives with quality instruction.
• Plan and implement a comprehensive specialty arts camp.
• Ensure camper supervision and adhere to safety standards.

Skills

Teaching children and youth

Communication skills

Organization skills

Arts and Museum knowledge

Education

Education or training in the Arts or Museum

Job description

Camp Counsellor, Arts - Culture March Break 2026

Req ID: 27265. Vacancy Type: Seasonal. Number of Positions: Up to 20. Closing Date: 11/24/2025.

Our team is actively seeking dynamic Leaders with an arts specialist background for our Summer Camp 2026 team. Specialty Arts Camp Counsellors will be responsible for the instruction of comprehensive drama, dance, music, visual arts, sewing and/or museum camp(s) as outlined by Culture & Museum Programs to meet the needs of participants and to ensure adequate safety while facilitating the activity.

We are hiring the following types of Specialty Arts Camp Counsellors:

• Ceramics
• Dance
• Drama
• Sewing
• Visual Arts

Applicants applying for these positions should be aware that Culture Specialty Arts and Museum Camps have the following characteristics:

• Full Day Camps
• Camps are held at various locations across the City including community centers and specialty arts facilities (Living Arts Centre, Meadowvale Theatre) and Museums (Bradley Museums).

Additional Information:

• Staff will be paid minimum wage on an hourly basis for attending required training or meetings.
• Employment Period is from March 16 - 20, 2026. Full Days (as early as 7:30 am and as late as 6:00 pm with extended hours).
• Training for this position will be in early March. Training is mandatory and will be held on various evenings and weekends.
• Interviews will be held November 28 – December 10, 2025.
• Full-time hours are not guaranteed. Hours are dependent on sufficient program registration.
• You will be completing a questionnaire as you submit your application. Please fill this out completely. You will receive a receipt via e‑email confirming that your application has been successfully sent.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the objectives and philosophies of the camp program as established by Culture and Museum Programs through quality instruction and excellent customer and staff relations.
• Plan and implement a comprehensive specialty arts and museum camp(s) as developed by Culture and Museum Programs to meet the needs of all participants in the camp(s).
• Prepare and deliver lesson plans in the arts in a manner appropriate to the audience.
• Demonstrate and provide instruction to campers and ensure planning and preparation for all activities related to the camp program are carried out successfully.
• Ensure supervision of campers at all times and provide a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants by adhering to department safety standards and assisting with emergency procedures as required.
• Provide quality customer service and act as a knowledgeable resource to parents, participants, volunteers and staff.
• Communicate in an effective and timely manner in writing or voicemail with the Program Supervisor all aspects related to facilities, staffing, participants, equipment, supplies or anything that would impact the quality and safe delivery of the camp.
• Conduct safety checks of program equipment and allocated facilities daily. Clean‑up of all supplies and equipment at the conclusion of the daily program.
• Incorporate and model the HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Childhood Development in program delivery where appropriate.
• Maintain flexible work schedule during summer program to ensure supervision and continuity of program.
• Perform other related duties as require.

Skills and Qualifications

Education or training in the Arts or Museum including Digital Arts/Design, Dance, Drama, and/or Visual Arts.

• Must have a knowledge of and experience in teaching children and/or youth.
• Must be confident teaching various age groups and skill levels.
• Excellent communication and organization skills required.
• Minimum 16 years of age or older at start of employment.
• Access to reliable transportation and willingness to work at a variety of locations as needed is an asset.

By first day of employment, successful candidates must provide (at their own expense):

• Emergency or Standard First Aid with CPR B or C certification (must be recognized by WSIB) which must remain current during employment period.
• HIGH FIVE ® Principles of Healthy Child Development certification.
• Level 3 - Vulnerable Sector Check to verify the absence of a criminal record for which a pardon has not been granted. This is a condition of employment.

Special Instructions

Please note: You are required to complete the form below and upload as an "Additional Document" as part of the application process.

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Hourly Rate/Salary: $18.23 - $21.71. Hours of Work: Various between 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM, up to 40 hours per week.

Work Location: Various Locations.

Department/Division/Section: CMS/Community Services Dept, CMS/Culture Division, Culture Services.

Non-Union/Union: Non Union.

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We thank all who apply; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. You can also check your application status in your candidate profile online.

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Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

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Accommodations

The City of Mississauga is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to removing barriers in our selection process for people with visible and invisible disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please contact us at [e-mail] with any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.