Summer Camp Leader – Multisport Camp
Fixed Term
Ashbury College is a leading not-for-profit independent day and boarding school for students in Grades 3 to 12 located in Canada’s capital and on the traditional, unceded territory of the Anishinàbe Algonquin Nation. We serve a diverse community, including students from over 60 nationalities from the National Capital Region, the diplomatic community, and international boarding and day students.
Our mission is to inspire students in a dynamic learning environment to be intellectually curious, compassionate, and engaged global citizens. Our strategic direction is centred on the highest standards in teaching and learning, whole-student development, access and inclusion within our pluralistic community, community engagement, and resource stewardship for long-term sustainability.
Located in central Ottawa, Ashbury College is seeking a full-time Summer Camp Leader for our Multisport Camp. The Camp Leader is responsible for planning and running the summer camp program in a way that is safe, developmentally appropriate, and welcoming of diversity and uniqueness. This position includes supervision throughout camp sessions, coordinating trip proposals with the Summer Principal and bookings with the Summer Administrator, collaborating closely with the Camp Manager and LIT Captain, and supporting the leadership experiences of Leaders-in-Training (LITs). The Camp Leader prepares draft weekly schedules in advance and helps set the tone for a positive, inclusive summer camp environment.
Multisport camp is a week filled with sporty excitement. Campers will dive into basketball, volleyball, soccer, and ultimate frisbee, building skills and confidence through friendly matches and teamwork focuses skills building. The week includes excursions to local sports venues and nature locations, plus supervised swimming at a pool.
Dates and Schedule:
- Camp Duration: June 22nd – 26th
- Daily Hours: 9:00am – 4:00pm (arrive by 8:45am for setup)
- Lunch Break: One hour each day
- Short Breaks: Scheduled by Camp Manager
Minimum Requirements
- Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) in good standing or certification in progress
- First Aid/CPR: Required (training can be provided if certification is not current)
- Vulnerable Sector Check
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated Experience Leading Summer Camps
- Demonstrated experience coaching youth
Core Competencies
Ashbury College’s Core Competencies define the behaviours, skills, and mindsets that all staff are expected to demonstrate and continuously develop. They contribute to a safe, inclusive, high-performing, and service-oriented work environment. They guide how we work together and how we extend that same spirit of respect, attentiveness, and service to our students, their families, and the broader Ashbury community
- Integrity & Accountability
- Wellbeing & Inclusion
- Relationships & Collaboration
- Communication & Engagement
- Growth & Adaptability
- Planning & Preparation for Student Learning
- Effective Instruction and Assessment
- Cultivating a Supportive and Inclusive Classroom Environment
Specific Responsibilities Include:
- Plan and run the camp day-to-day, prioritizing camper safety and well-being.
- Prepare draft weekly camp schedules at least 1.5 weeks in advance; finalize schedules by the Friday before camp begins.
- Supervise all camp sessions and transitions.
- Supervise and mentor LITs, supporting their leadership by providing opportunities to take initiative in activities.
- Coordinate trip proposals with the Summer Principal and manage trip bookings through the Summer Administrator.
- Collaborate closely with Camp Manager and LIT Captain for weekly themes, staff and LIT breaks, and ongoing LIT support.
- Hold regular check-ins with the Camp Manager and/or Summer Principal to communicate updates or address challenges.
- Conduct headcounts for any changes in camper location to ensure accountability and safety.
- Provide behaviour management and immediate incident response in alignment with camp policies.
- Set up and reset equipment and materials at the start and end of each day.
- Lead a safety briefing for all campers on the first day, including a walk-through of fire routes.
- Ensure personal awareness of all camper medical and educational accommodations.
You are encouraged to visit us at ashbury.ca to learn more about our facilities, internationalism, community engagement, and school values and culture.
This posting is for an existing vacancy and will close on March 27th, and applications should be forwarded on or before that date. Kindly note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted. We encourage all qualified candidates to submit their applications at their earliest convenience. Please note that the posting will be removed once the position is successfully filled.
We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds, including those from groups that have faced historical and/or systemic barriers to equity. Joining Ashbury means contributing to a dynamic learning environment where your unique perspectives and experiences help shape a more inclusive future.
If we contact you about an employment opportunity and you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
The compensation range for this position is $1,185 for 5-day camps. To apply, please visit our Candidate Portal.
