Winter Sports Camp Instructor

McGill University; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian university is seeking a Winter Break Sports Camp Instructor to lead and supervise campers in various physical activities. Responsibilities include designing and coordinating camp activities for children aged 5-15, ensuring their safety, and effectively communicating with parents. Candidates must be bilingual in English and French, hold a High School Diploma, and be enrolled in a university program. The position offers full-time hours at a competitive hourly rate of $18.00.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in a McGill undergraduate or graduate program.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• 2 years related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise campers during physical activities.
• Design and coordinate camp activities.
• Ensure safety and well-being of campers.

Skills

Bilingual in English and French

Experience in fieldwork

Leadership and supervision skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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Hiring Unit

Athletics and Recreation

Position Summary

Under the direction of the immediate supervisor, the Winter Break Sports Camp Instructor act as a role model and ambassador for McGill when demonstrating the benefits of a healthy and active lifestyle through a combination of participation and instruction of camp physical activities to children ranging from ages 5-15 years old.

Duties

• Participate in orientation for camp.
• Greet and welcome campers as they arrive at camp.
• Liaise with campers’ parents regarding campers’ specific needs and progress.
• Lead and supervise campers and facilitate their participation during activities (i.e. tag, dodgeball, soccer and other basic games) to create a positive and memorable experience for all participants.
• Design, plan and coordinate activities to meet objectives within an established operating schedule.
• Assist with specialist led activities (i.e. aquatics, tennis, martial arts, basketball).
• Know, enforce and follow all safety guidelines and understand all emergency procedures associated with the camp and communicate all issues requiring attention to Section Leaders immediately.
• Ensure safe movement of campers from one activity to another throughout the sports complex.
• Monitor environment to ensure safety of campers and report any issues with campers and/or facilities to camp administration and report or contact the Winsor clinic staff in the event of any incidents requiring immediate medical attention.

Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities

• High School Diploma with one year of relevant experience in the field of work.
• Currently enrolled in a McGill undergraduate or graduate program. Bilingual in English and French.

Selected candidates must successfully pass their criminal background check in order to be considered for this position.

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level # (qualifier) on a scale of 0-4.

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Minimum Education and Experience:

High School Diploma 2 Years Related Experience

Hourly Salary:

(AMUSE C) $18.00

Estimated Number of Work Hours per Week:

40 (Full time)

Position Start Date:

2026-02-23

Position End Date:

2026-03-06

Deadline to Apply:

2026-02-08

This position is covered by the AMUSE collective agreement.

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [e-mail].