POSITION TITLE: Camp Supervisor
CLOSING DATE: May 2, 2025
EMPLOYMENT DATES: June 30, 2025 – August 1, 2025
HOURS OF WORK: Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
RATE OF PAY: $25.00/hour + Vacation as determined by HR policy
*This position is subject to budgetary approval*
Job Description:
Extended Learning is seeking professionals interested in developing and supervising Extended Learning’s Ready, Set, Go Youth Camps for community youth ages 4 and 5 years old. Camp Supervisors will be responsible for the development and execution of daily plans and overseeing the successful rollout of their camps with the support from the Office of Extended Learning and key team members at Nipissing University.
Space, liability forms, registration processes, marketing and any necessary supplies will be provided to Camp Supervisors for safe and successful implementation of their youth camp(s).
The successful candidates will assist Program and Event Assistants (student workers) designated to their camp, will work directly with the Extended Learning Coordinator and report to the Director, Teaching and Learning.
Duties Include:
The Camp Supervisors may be expected to assist with the following duties:
- Respond in a timely manner to any questions/concerns received by parents/guardians
- Develop and execute full day plans for their youth camp(s)
- Provide material lists to the Extended Learning Coordinator for final approval by the Director, Teaching and Learning by required deadlines
- Responsible for sign in/sign out of all campers
- Responsible for tracking/submitting incident reports as needed
- Responsible for differentiated instruction for campers of various ages
- Ensure all Nipissing University policies and procedures are followed
- Supervise all Camp Leaders, Program and Event Assistants and/or Volunteers designated to their camp
Required Skills:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Creativity, initiative, and strong interpersonal skills
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- The ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to navigate learning needs of campers
Minimum Qualifications:
- 1 - 3 years experience working with early learners in an educational setting
- Police Vulnerable Sector Check (12 months or newer at the time of camp delivery)
- Concussion Training
- Valid First Aid and CPR C certificate
To apply for this position please submit a one- page day-plan along with your resume and cover letter (in one document) referencing the job title in the subject line and three (3) references to careers@nipissingu.ca. Subject Liner: Camp Supervisor Application
A separate email for each position must be submitted if applying for multiple positions.
Day Plan must include:
- Morning activities (e.g., ice breakers)
- 1 - 2 take away activities/crafts/learning opportunities appropriate for children ages 4/5 years old
- 2 – 3 games/activities appropriate for children ages 4/5 years old and that could be done inside or outside
- Explanation on how suggested activities can be modified for different learners and different ages
Full camp development/details will be determined after the candidate has been hired.
We thank all applicants; however, only those to be considered for an interview will be contacted.
Nipissing University is committed to employment equity and strongly encourages applications, which may include self-identification in a cover letter from Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQI+ and racialized minorities.
Nipissing University must gather information from applicants to determine eligibility to work in Canada. Please include a statement in your application to identify whether you are a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or are otherwise legally eligible to work in Canada. You must be able to provide proof of being a full-time post secondary student, have a valid work study permit and a Social Insurance Number in order to work on campus.
Nipissing University will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation please contact Human Resources at access@nipissingu.ca
