Science Camp Counsellor

Temiskaming Shores & Area Chamber of; Sault Ste. Marie, Eastern Ontario, North Bay, Central Ontario, Barrie; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at a world-renowned science centre this summer! As a Science Camp Counsellor, you'll deliver engaging science experiences to children while developing your communication and leadership skills. This role offers a unique opportunity to inspire young minds and foster a love for science in a fun, supportive environment. With positions available across Northeastern Ontario, you'll be part of a diverse team dedicated to creating memorable camp experiences. If you have a passion for working with children and enjoy teamwork, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Weekly travel bonus

Meal per diem

Growth in teamwork skills

Future leadership opportunities

Welcoming and diverse workplace

Qualifications

• Passion for learning and working with children.
• Outstanding communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hands-on science camp experiences to children aged 4-14.
• Organize camp activities and ensure safety of participants.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Experience working with children

Job description

(Barrie/Huntsville/Midland/North Bay/Parry Sound/Pembroke/Sault Ste. Marie/Sudbury/Timmins)

$18.45/hr

Are you looking for a fun and interesting job this summer? Do you enjoy working with children and want to gain valuable skills while working for a world-renowned science centre? If so, join the Science North team, Northern Ontario’s science centre and most popular tourist attraction. Science North Summer Camps put smiles on kids’ faces, excite them about science, build friendships, and create lasting memories. Be a part of a team that makes all that happen!

The Science Camp Counsellor will deliver quality, hands-on, fun, and entertaining science camp experiences to children (aged 4-14) across Northeastern Ontario from mid-June to late August, with a possibility of an earlier start in Sudbury. The counsellor will work within a team of staff, while individually leading their own group, to provide supervision, leadership, and ensure the physical and emotional safety of all camp participants. They will organize camp activities from setup to cleanup.

Positions are based in various cities including Barrie, Huntsville, Midland, North Bay, Parry Sound, Pembroke, Sault Ste. Marie, Sudbury, or Timmins.

Interested candidates must have a passion for learning, experience working with children, and outstanding communication abilities. Candidates should understand and commit to promoting equal opportunity and support for all campers regardless of ability.

Why work for Science North Science Camps?

• Opportunity to develop communication and presentation skills
• Growth in teamwork, interpersonal skills, and accountability
• Future leadership opportunities within the program
• A welcoming and diverse workplace
• A friendly and supportive work environment

Some positions may require fluency in both English and French. Travel may be required, with accommodations, a weekly travel bonus, and a meal per diem covered by Science North. Successful candidates must submit a current (less than 3 months old) Vulnerable Sector Police Records Check.

Not meeting every requirement or from one of the listed locations? We encourage you to apply anyway. We are dedicated to diversity, inclusion, and authenticity in our workplace and believe you may be the right fit regardless of experience gaps.

Apply online at https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/sciencenorth/CANDIDATEPORTAL/jobs/1508. Early applications are encouraged. Science North is committed to an inclusive workplace and invites applications from all qualified individuals. Accommodations are available upon request during the selection process. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Science North acknowledges and respects the Indigenous Peoples of the land since time immemorial and commits to ongoing engagement, reconciliation, and partnership to inspire engagement with science for all.

Science North is a registered charity and an agency of the Government of Ontario.

Job Category: Other (After-School & Camp Counsellors - Personal Service)