Gould Lake Wilderness Guide - Summer 2026

Limestone District School Board; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking passionate outdoor educators to lead wilderness trips at Gould Lake Outdoor Centre. Ideal candidates will have outdoor experience and excellent communication skills, with a focus on connecting campers with nature. Educators will guide students in grades 7-12 through exciting activities, promoting problem-solving and teamwork. This role offers $176.15 per day from June 26, 2026, to August 27, 2026.

Qualifications

• Lifeguarding certification is an asset.
• Experience working with children and youth is required.
• Willingness to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Lead wilderness trips for students in grades 7-12.
• Connect campers with nature.
• Demonstrate initiative and problem-solving.

Skills

Outdoor experience

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Excellent organization and time management skills

Demonstrated flexibility

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Job description

Gould Lake Wilderness Guide Camp

$176.15/day

June 26, 2026 – August 27, 2026

Position Overview

Exploring the great outdoors and connecting campers with nature are just a few of the many rewarding aspects of working at Gould Lake. Exciting opportunities await educators who are passionate about the outdoors and are interested in leading wilderness trips this summer with students in grades 7‑12. Gould Lake Outdoor Centre runs credit‑based courses over 8‑16 days, based on course requirements, where students have the opportunity to participate in canoe and kayak trips in our unique outdoor classroom.

Experience, Knowledge & Qualifications

• Outdoor experience
• Lifeguarding certification, an asset
• Experience working with children and youth
• Willingness to learn, including seeking and applying feedback
• Demonstrated initiative with ability to problem solve in a professional and respectful manner
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organization and time management skills, including ability to multi‑task
• Demonstrated flexibility and ability to adapt to changing situations
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Willingness to complete requisite certifications, as identified through the application process

How to Apply

If this exciting opportunity is of interest to you, please download and complete the application linked below. Once finished, visit to submit your application. Completed application should be submitted in the Additional Documents section.

Application

The application is also available on the Limestone DSB website under Support Staff and Management at

Accommodations will be provided to applicants to enable equitable participation in the recruitment process. Applicants can request accommodations at any time during the recruitment process by contacting Nate Zahn at [e-mail].

Internationally trained applicants with equivalent international experience are encouraged and invited to apply.

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Commitment to Diversity

Across Limestone District School Board, we are committed to removing systemic barriers not only in recruitment but in retention and promotion as well so that you can see yourself in Limestone. The Limestone District School Board is dedicated to promoting fair and equitable hiring practices that will move us forward in hiring staff who reflect the full diversity and lived experiences within the communities we serve.

We invite and welcome you, through your application, to self‑identify as someone who has lived experiences as a member of one or more of these groups and who can bring valuable, diverse knowledge and perspective to our District and the students and communities we serve.

Applicants who are transgender may provide records in a different name than their current legal name or name of common usage. This will not prejudice prospective employees in any way, and such information will remain confidential.

Thank you for your interest in working with and supporting children and youth at Gould Lake Outdoor Centre. Only those applicants who have been selected for an interview will be contacted and invited to participate in the interview process.