Summer Art Camp & Education Assistant

YMCA; Owen Sound; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local community center in Owen Sound seeks creative students for the Engagement & Education Assistants role. You will develop and deliver summer art camp programs, collaborate with local schools, and lead public educational initiatives. The position requires strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Compensation is $17.60 per hour for a 35-hour work week during the summer season. Applicants must be between 16-30 years old and eligible for funding through Young Canada Works.

Benefits

OMERS defined benefit pension plan eligibility

Hands-on experience in arts education

Qualifications

• Applicants must be between 16 and 30 years of age.
• Experience in customer service, teaching, or public engagement is an asset.
• Must work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Develop lesson plans for summer art camp for children aged 8–12.
• Collaborate with schools to deliver educational activities.
• Lead guided tours and promote gallery initiatives.

Skills

Customer service

Teaching

Interpersonal skills

Creativity in arts-based education

Organizational skills

Fluency in French

Education

Currently studying or have studied in Education, Art, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Publisher, Outlook, Excel)

Digital photography

Social media platforms

Job description

A local community center in Owen Sound seeks creative students for the Engagement & Education Assistants role. You will develop and deliver summer art camp programs, collaborate with local schools, and lead public educational initiatives. The position requires strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Compensation is $17.60 per hour for a 35-hour work week during the summer season. Applicants must be between 16-30 years old and eligible for funding through Young Canada Works.