28 Aug
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Timber Bay School
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Winnipeg
28 Aug
Timber Bay School
Winnipeg
Summer Literacy Camp Counsellor – Timber Bay School (JobID: 822)Position DetailsPosition Type: Seasonal / Summer Literacy Camp CounsellorDate Posted: 5/5/2026Date Available: 07/06/2026Closing Date: 05/25/2026Role OverviewThe Camp Counsellor will work as part of a small, independent team under the supervision of a Camp Coordinator to deliver a diverse array of indoor and outdoor, literacy-based camp activities in a safe, caring, and fun‑filled environment. The counsellor must demonstrate initiative and creativity to engage the community, involve parents, elders, and other community members, and support the Summer Literacy Camp Vision, which emphasizes culturally responsive, linguistically inclusive, and Indigenous‑based literacy competencies.Term of Employment: Temporary (July 6 to 31 2026, inclusive of July 6–10 training in Prince Albert, July 13–31 in community)Salary and Advantages$23.09/hour.Areas of ResponsibilityDaily planning, organizing, and administering camp activities for children groups.Ensuring safety and well‑being of all participants during camp hours.Supporting and animating the Summer Literacy Camp Vision.Establishing and maintaining relationships with community members and soliciting volunteer participation.Maintaining accurate camp records, daily attendance,
and tracking statistics.Occasional camp counsellor duties as required.Managing and maintaining camp budget and accounts.Ensuring adequate documentation and reporting as required.Ensuring adherence to all program directives and guidelines.Attending and participating in all camp orientation, training, and evaluation sessions.Mentoring and supervising camp counsellor(s).Submitting weekly camp reports to the Summer Literacy Camp Facilitator.Implementing evaluation tools, collecting activity samples, and recording testimonies from campers.Suggested Skills, Attributes, and QualificationsMinimum 18 years old.Positive, friendly, approachable disposition.Adaptable, self‑motivated, responsible, enthusiastic, creative.Superior planning, organizational, and time‑management skills.Ability to work with diverse personalities and challenging situations.Strong situational problem‑solving and conflict‑resolution skills.Experience working with child/youth groups in a summer camp or literacy program setting (asset).Standard/Emergency First Aid qualification (asset).EEO StatementWe welcome diversity and encourage all qualified candidates to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.#J-18808-Ljbffr
📌 Summer Literacy Camp Counsellor - Timber Bay School - C$23.1 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 Timber Bay School
📍 Winnipeg