Creative Education Camp Instructors

Mount Royal University; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic Creative Education Camp Instructors to inspire and teach children in Fine Arts, Theatre, and Film. This role involves planning and delivering engaging lessons while ensuring the safety and enjoyment of campers. Ideal candidates will have a passion for the arts and experience in educational settings. Join a team that values creativity and collaboration in a vibrant camp environment. This is a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on young minds while enjoying a fun and dynamic work atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in childcare or educational settings required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging program lessons and activities.
• Ensure safety and well-being of campers aged 4-15 years.
• Communicate professionally with parents and guardians.

Skills

Experience in childcare/educational setting

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Passion for Fine Arts, Theatre/Drama, Film

Education

Experience in camp-related activities

Job description

Creative Education Camp Instructors - (X00001.280)

Job Title: Creative Education Camp Instructors

Requisition #: X00001.280

Job Type: Hourly

Union: Other

Salary Grade: FT or PT

Hybrid Work: This position is ineligible

Position End Date: 8/29/2025

Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

About MRU

Founded in 1910, Mount Royal University has grown into a vibrant college and became a mid-sized university in 2009. Mount Royal offers smaller class sizes, a robust liberal education, and unique undergraduate programs. Currently, over 15,000 credit students choose from 13 bachelor degrees and 36 majors.

Mount Royal University is committed to fostering inclusion and encourages members of designated groups (women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and diverse sexual orientations and gender identities) to apply and self-identify.

About MRU Camps

At MRU Camps, we strive to offer high-quality programming for children and youth in a fun, innovative, and culturally inclusive environment since 1990. We aim for academic growth in all subject areas and prepare campers for leadership and service in society.

About the Role

MRU Camps is looking for enthusiastic individuals to share their knowledge and expertise with children and youth in Creative (Fine Arts, Theatre/Drama, Film) fields. Under the supervision of the Creative Education Supervisor, the Instructor is responsible for delivering lessons and leading campers through various activities. Responsibilities include administrative duties and maintaining professional relations with staff, campers, and parents.

These are casual positions ending August 29, 2025. The hours of work are between 7:00am – 6:00pm, Monday to Friday. Camp Instructors must be available for all 9 weeks of employment (June 30 - August 29, 2025) and orientation week (June 23-27, 2025).

All MRU Camps staff are required to provide the following at their own cost prior to commencement:

• Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Search (valid within 1 year).
• Standard First Aid (valid within 2 years) and CPR Level C (valid within 1 year).

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and modify program lessons and activities.
• Ensure safety, well-being, and enjoyment of campers aged 4 - 15 years old.
• Make accommodations for campers with varying learning needs.
• Work collaboratively with co-Leaders and Instructors.
• Assist camp Leaders with recreational and classroom activities.
• Supervise and coordinate lunchtime, before and after care.
• Complete administrative tasks associated with the program.
• Attend staff orientation and necessary staff meetings.
• Communicate professionally with parents and guardians.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a childcare/educational setting (minimum 1 year).
• Previous experience in camp-related or recreational activities is an asset.
• Ability to work well in a team and individually.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Passion for Fine Arts, Theatre/Drama, and/or Film and Media production.
• Must be available for 40 hours per week (8 hours per day), Monday to Friday, June 30 - August 29, 2025.
• Must be available for mandatory staff training June 23-27, 2025.

What We Offer

At Mount Royal University, we strive to be an employer of choice among Canadian post-secondary institutions.

Salary: $18.00 per hour

Closing Date: Open until a suitable candidate is found.

A cover letter and resume should be submitted in one .pdf formatted document.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and others currently eligible to work in Canada will be given priority.

If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify [e-mail].