Department: Youth Development & Education (YDE)Reports To: Children Program CoordinatorLocation: Scarborough, ONDuration: 6–16 Weeks (Full-Time)Period: June – August 2026Status: Canada Summer Jobs ContractAbout Tropicana Community Services (TCS)For more than 45 years, Tropicana Community Services (TCS) has been empowering youth, newcomers, seniors, and families throughout the Greater Toronto Area. As one of Canada’s leading Black-led and Black-serving (B3) organizations, TCS delivers a range of culturally responsive programs in counselling, childcare, education, employment, food security, youth development, and community well‑being.Our mission is to help individuals and families achieve their potential through programs that build confidence, promote self‑sufficiency, and strengthen community connections.Position OverviewThe successful candidates are responsible for assisting in the implementation and facilitation of the in‑person summer camp program. The Program Coordinator will support the Education team in the facilitation of camp programming and other camp‑related activities.Key ResponsibilitiesLeading activities for campers including inquiry and discussionAssist with the implementation of a weekly schedule for assigned camp groupsAssisting campers in learning more about Camp STEAM projectsCreating a fun, enjoyable, and safe atmosphere for campersModelling appropriate behaviour and positive interactionsEngaging with each camper as they work through activitiesEnsuring that all campers under your care are treated equally, consistently, and fairlyProviding consistent and specific direction in the supervision of campersCommunicate with parents/guardians about campers’ experiences and report concernsDemonstrating a positive attitude, thoughtfulness,



and good decision‑makingBeing self‑confident and able to accept and adopt constructive feedbackFollowing all daily campsite cleaning proceduresSkills and QualificationsMust meet Canada Summer Jobs eligibility (see below).Minimum pursuing post‑secondary education in Childcare, Youth Development, Community Services, or related fieldExperience in the community services sectorAbility to respond to problems and make contingency plansGreat interpersonal and communication skillsA pleasant demeanor and positive attitudeFlexible and approachableCanada Summer Jobs Eligibility RequirementsTo be eligible, applicants must:Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment.Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person with refugee protection under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN); andBe legally entitled to work in Canada.Employment DetailsStart Date: July 2026End Date: August 2026Hours: 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday)Compensation: $18.00 per hourWork Model: In‑PersonAlthough we appreciate each application, only those candidates being considered for the position will be contacted.Tropicana Community Services commits to promoting inclusion, diversity, equity and access (IDEA) through its information and support, advocacy, programming, internal policies, and governance structures. Tropicana Community Services will aim to ensure that our staff reflect the experience, skills and diversity of the communities we serve and create an inclusive, barrier‑free work workplace, beginning with the recruitment process. If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process, please contact Human resources. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Program Coordinator - Education (Canada Summer Jobs) (Toronto)
🏢 Tropicana Community Services
📍 Toronto