Student Camp Team Leader – Arts & Culture (Summer 2026)

About the role

The Municipality of Chatham‑Kent is seeking a Student Camp Team Leader to design, deliver, and evaluate a high‑quality summer arts and culture camp for children. This seasonal position runs from late June to early September 2026 and is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs program.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, implement and assess the summer camp program, ensuring activities are age‑appropriate and engaging.
• Lead and supervise a team of camp leaders, coordinating daily activities such as active games, arts & crafts, drama, fitness breaks, and water play.
• Oversee lunch supervision, participant behaviour management, and safety protocols.
• Communicate with parents as needed and act as a resource for staff development.
• Handle all administrative duties for the camp site, both indoors and outdoors.

Required profile

• Full‑time student enrolled for the 2025/2026 winter term or returning for the 2026 fall term.
• Age between 15 and 30 at the start of employment.
• Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or protected refugee with a valid SIN and legal right to work in Canada.
• Preference for students in a recreation, child‑youth, or related post‑secondary program with at least one year of program‑planning experience.

Required skills

• Program planning and coordination.
• Child and youth supervision.
• Team leadership and communication.

What we offer

• Seasonal fixed‑term employment funded by Canada Summer Jobs.
• Hands‑on leadership experience in a community cultural centre.
• Opportunity to develop skills in program design, staff management, and event evaluation.