JOBS & opportunities
JOBS & OPPORTUNITIES
Button Factory Arts enlivens Waterloo Region as an inclusive hub that inspires and facilitates artistic exploration and creativity.
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Button Factory Arts welcomes and encourages people from marginalized communities and intersecting identities to apply. This includes racialized/people of colour, women, Indigenous persons, LGBTQ-identified persons, non-binary and non-conforming people, members of ethnic minorities, immigrants, and persons with disabilities. Should you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Current openings
Summer Camp Leader
Position Summary
Passionate about working with kids in the arts? Work with us this summer in delivering fun and creative art lessons to youth aged 4 - 14! Help create a safe and fun environment for kids to express their creativity and build their art skills!
Expected start and end date: June 20th - August 29th (Training days June 27th and 28th)
Job type: Contract, Full time
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 to 5:30 for a max of 44 hours per week with a 30 minute paid lunch
Total of 8 hours/day
Wage: $19
Application deadline: April 6th at 12pm
Submit to: Please submit a cover letter and resume to our Youth Program Coordinator, Abigael Luke at youth@buttonfactoryarts.ca
Duties
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Deliver camp lessons, classes and engaging activities and games
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Prepare art materials, organize and cleanup
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Supervision of campers during all indoor and outdoor activities
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Attending staff meetings and ensuring ongoing communication with the Camp Supervisor
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Must be able to lift and carry materials, do stairs, and lead walks to the park.
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Assist with any camp emergency procedures, providing first aid as required
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Follow camp schedules, while adapting changes as necessary to best accommodate the needs and abilities of campers
Recommended Experience and Skills
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Previous experience working with children aged 4 - 14 in an arts-related setting
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Enjoys working with children
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Skills in drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, fibre art or other art disciplines
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Excellent communication skills
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Ability to plan and deliver lessons and work with other staff
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Patience and sensitivity for children in high-energy environments
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Ability to be an effective leader
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Willingness to learn new skills and adapt to new environments
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Work well as part of a team
Requirements​
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Vulnerable sector check by July 1, 2025 and completed after August 31, 2023
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Some positions will be funded by Canada Summer Jobs. These placements will only be open to applicants between the ages of 15 and 30.
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Previous experience working with children
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First aid training an asset
Please submit a cover letter and resume to our Youth Program Coordinator, Abigael Luke at youth@buttonfactoryarts.ca