Job Opening: Summer Camp Counselor
Button Factory Arts in Uptown Waterloo is seeking 2 summer camp counselors for its Visual Arts summer camp.
Application Deadline: June 3rd, 2023
Start Date: July 4 (with orientation the week of June 27th)
Salary: $15.50/hour
City: Waterloo
Term: July 3 to Sept. 1, 2023 – (excluding the week of August 21-25 for holidays). (contract)
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:45am to 5:15pm with a 1 hour unpaid lunch daily. (total of 7.5 hours per day)
Camp Mission
The camp’s goal is to provide an inspiring and creative environment for children aged 5-12. Applicants are expected to have experience and a love for working with children and a variety of art materials. Interested instructors should have experience working in a team environment. Applicants who are planning a career in the Arts or Education may take preference.
Requirements
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This position is through Canada Summer Jobs and requires that applicants are 15-30 years of age.
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Applicants must have completed a Secondary School diploma by the spring of 2023
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A Vulnerable Sector Screening check from within the past year is a mandatory requirement for those over 18
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First Aid/CPR certificate is considered an asset
Duties
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Create lesson plans for youth under the guidance of the Camp Supervisor
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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 meeting and ensuring ongoing communication with Camp Supervisor
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Must be able to lift and carry materials, do stairs, and lead walks to the park.
Recommended Experience and Qualifications
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Experience with educational program planning
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Interest/Experience working with children and youth
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Skills and drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, fibre art or other art disciplines
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Excellent communication skills
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Organized individual who can work independently as well as with a team
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Ability to plan and deliver lessons and work with other staff on a deadline
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Patience and sensitivity for children in high energy environments
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Ability to be an effective leader
COVID-19 Requirements
Button Factory Arts is affiliated with the City of Waterloo and operates in a city owned facility. Button Factory Arts will therefore be following the City of Waterloo’s vaccination policy.“In accordance with the City of Waterloo’s Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, new City of Waterloo employees (or employee’s re-hired after a minimum of 3 months) are required to be fully vaccinated as a condition of hire, subject to accommodations required in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code.”Please note, protocol is subject to change due to evolving COVID-19 situation and city, regional and provincial guidelines.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter to:
Heather Franklin
Executive Director
Button Factory Arts
To learn more about our summer camps, please click here