Program Assistant, Early Discovery, Appleby Summer Day Camps 2027

Appleby-College; Oakville; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Appleby College is seeking a Program Assistant for Early Discovery camps to support instructors and campers aged 4–7. The role includes activity prep, camper transitions, inventory, and daily routines during the 2027 summer season.

Training and pre-camp work will occur in June, with camp sessions running from June 28 to August 27, 2027. Candidates should have second-year post-secondary education, relevant ECE experience, and First Aid/CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Completed second year of post-secondary education with experience instructing children aged 4–7.
• Related work experience in Early Childhood Education, pre-school, or school-age environments.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to host and direct activities in front of large groups.
• Valid Intermediate First Aid and CPR – C or higher.
• Knowledge or certification in Bronze Cross or Lifeguarding is an asset.
• Valid driver’s license is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Program Director and Head Instructors for Early Discovery camps by providing support to all programs (ages 4–7 years).
• Assist with inventory count for Discovery camp equipment.
• Float between camps as needed, instructing any Discovery program with limited notice.
• Support Head Instructors in daily activities ensuring camper engagement.
• Assist with cross-camp activities, shows, and tournaments for Discovery campers.
• Ensure compliance with Appleby’s camp procedures and protocols.
• Support safe drop-off and pick-up for Discovery campers with an active presence at these points.
• Assist in ensuring lunches run smoothly and help with clean-up and camper traffic flow.
• Set up weekly theme decorations and assist in preparing activities.
• Support swim assessments under the direction of the Head Lifeguard.

Skills

Instructing children 4–7

Organizational skills

Leadership skills

Public speaking/large groups

First Aid CPR Intermediate

Bronze Cross or Lifeguarding (asset)

Driver’s license (asset)

Education

Second year of post-secondary education

Job description

Program Assistant, Early Discovery (Seasonal)

Seasonal, Summer Camp Programs

Part Time: June

Full-time: June 28–August 27, 2027

Compensation: $20.00–$28.71per hour

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR AN AMAZING SUMMER JOB?

Come Join Us! Camps at Appleby College provideseasonal opportunities to develop and advance skills, and to promoteinteractive skills among participants. Appleby provides excellence within eachcamp through the use of superb facilities and instruction. In all our programs,we emphasize individual development, participation, co-operation, and fun!Appleby's scenic 60-acre campus offers outstanding academic, art, and athleticfacilities for all its Camps.

The Program Assistant will support EarlyDiscovery programs for campers aged 4–7, assisting instructors with activities,equipment, and daily routines. Help create an engaging camp experience throughprogram support, camper transitions, and activity preparation.

Appleby College offers Early Discovery Camps,Arts & Media Camps, Science & Success Camps, Sports & AdventureCamps as well as Leadership Camps. For a listing of all camp programs offered, please visit: Appleby College's Summer Camps.

WHAT IS AMAZING ABOUT THIS JOB:

• Assist the Program Director and Head Instructors for EarlyDiscovery camps by providing support to all programs (ages 4–7 years).
• Assist with inventory count for Discovery camp equipment.
• Float between camps as needed, instructing any Discovery programwith limited notice.
• Support Head Instructors in daily activities ensuring camperengagement.
• Assist with cross-camp activities, shows, and tournaments forDiscovery campers.
• Ensure compliance with Appleby's camp procedures and protocols.
• Support safe drop-off and pick-up for Discovery campers with anactive presence at these points.
• Assist in ensuring lunches run smoothly and help with clean-up andcamper traffic flow.
• Set up weekly theme decorations and assist in preparing activities.
• Support swim assessments under the direction of the Head Lifeguard.

YOU WILL BE A GREAT FIT IF YOU:

• Completed second year of post-secondary education with experienceinstructing children aged 4–7.
• Related work experience in Early Childhood Education, pre-school,or school-age environments.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to host and direct activities in front of large groups.
• Valid Intermediate First Aid and CPR – C or higher.
• Knowledge or certification in Bronze Cross or Lifeguarding is anasset.
• Valid driver’s license is an asset.

WORK SCHEDULE

Training & Pre-Camp

• Friday, June 4, 2027: Evening
• Saturday, June 5, 2027: Full Day
• Sunday, June 6, 2027: Full Day
• Saturday, June 26, 2027: Full Day

Camp Session Dates &Hours

• Camp Work: as assigned Monday June 28 to Friday August 27, 2027(excluding holidays)

As a condition of employment, a Criminal RecordCheck with Vulnerable Sector Screening and valid Intermediate First Aid and CPR – Cis required.

We work to embed diversity, equity, andinclusion principles and practices as an integral and foundational part ofAppleby's culture and are committed to building a team that represents avariety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills making us better together.

Do You Need an Accommodation?

Appleby College is committed to fostering aninclusive, equitable and accessible environment where everyone feels valued,respected, and supported. Accommodations are available for applicants withdisabilities throughout the recruitment process. If contacted for an employmentopportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.