March Break Camp - Lead Camp Instructor

Clarington; California; On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarington’s Public Services Department, Community Services Division, seeks enthusiastic staff to support March Break Day Camps running March 15–19, 2027. You will assist with camp programs, supervise activities, and help ensure a welcoming, diverse, and safe environment for children.

Ideal candidates are at least 16 years old with leadership potential, strong communication, and a commitment to equity and health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience with children and youth in a recreation setting or day camp.
• 2 years program leadership experience at a supervisory level.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proof of current Standard First Aid and CPR is an asset; willingness to obtain if required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Camp Instructor in implementing camp programs.
• Assist supervision and organization of activities, events and field trips.
• Support supervision of camp staff and volunteers.
• Ensure programs are welcoming, safe and developmentally appropriate.
• Support Healthy Child Development principles.
• Participate in mandatory training and meetings.
• Provide guidance and feedback to staff.
• Collect daily attendance records and follow up as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Effective communication

Customer service

Program planning

Team supervision

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Clarington is a community full of possibilities.

As one of the fastest-growing municipalities in Durham Region, Clarington is home to over 107,000 residents across four urban centres and 14 hamlets. With our population expected to double by 2051, Clarington offers a perfect blend of urban living and small-town charm. We’re known for our thriving energy and agricultural sectors, vibrant historic downtowns, and exceptional quality of life. Our team thrives in a collaborative environment that promotes work-life balance and meaningful community impact. We value accountability, integrity, and respect, and we are deeply committed to fostering equity, inclusion, and diversity in the workplace. Together, we’re building a stronger Clarington — for today and for future generations.

The future is bright – and working with the Municipality of Clarington means you can help shape it. How will you make your mark?

About the Role

Vacancy Statement: Unless specifically stated, all job postings at the Municipality of Clarington are to fill existing vacancies within our organization.

Work Model:Front Line

The Municipality of Clarington’s, Public Services Department, Community Services Division is looking for enthusiastic and knowledgeable staff to provide leadership and supervision in a safe and enjoyable environment for our March Break Day camps. Our day camps operate March 15 through March 19, 2027. The Municipality offers a variety of day camp programs including sports camp, kinder camp, junior camp, discovery and more.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting Head Camp Instructor in the implementation of camp programs.
• Assisting the supervision and organization of activities, special events and field trips.
• Supporting the supervision of camp staff and volunteers.
• Ensuring programs are welcoming of diversity and uniqueness, safe and developmentally appropriate.
• Support the healthy development of children through the High Five Principles of Healthy Development.
• Collaborating and contributing in the delivery of all mandatory training and meetings.
• Providing support, guidance, and feedback to staff.
• Collecting daily attendance records and making any necessary follow up calls.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you bring

• Candidates must be a minimum of 16 years of age
• Candidates must exhibit maturity, responsibility, and leadership qualities.
• Three (3) years experience working with children and youth in a recreation setting or day camp is required.
• Two (2) years program leadership experience at a supervisory level is required.
• Excellent verbal communication skills and strong written communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience in areas of program planning and evaluation.
• Demonstrated experience providing positive leadership to children.
• Demonstrated experience providing excellent customer service.
• Proof of current Standard First Aid and CPR “C” certification would be an asset at time of interview. Successful candidates must obtain a Standard First Aid and CPR “C” certificate at employee’s expense prior to commencing employment.
• Certificate in High 5 Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD) would be an asset at time of interview. Successful candidates must obtain a PHCD certificate at employee’s expense prior to commencing employment.
• Must be legally able to work in Canada.

Please note:Successful candidates will be required to complete scheduled training prior to camp beginning.

What we offer

• Rate of pay: $21.29 per hour (2026 rate) / $21.98 per hour (2027).
• Hours of work: Successful candidates will be required to complete scheduled training prior to the start of camp and work up to a maximum of 40 hours per week during March break, March 15 through 19, 2027 pending successful camp registrations

Additional Information

A satisfactory criminal record check with a vulnerable sector check and proof of qualifications will be required for the successful candidate.

Prior to starting the position, the successful candidate must provide, at their own expense, the following:

• Current Standard First Aid and CPR “C” Certificate.
• High 5 Principles of Healthy Child Development Certificate.

Our Commitment to Equity

The Municipality of Clarington is a progressive and inclusive employer committed to equity, diversity, and creating a respectful and barrier-free workplace.

Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. To request support or accessible formats, please contact the Human Resources Division at [e-mail] .

Privacy

Applicant information is collected under the authority of Section 11 of the Municipal Act, 2001 for the purpose of evaluating the applicant. Questions about this collection can be directed to Human Resources at [e-mail] .