Before &

- After Care Program Director (Seasonal)

Seasonal, Summer Camp Programs Part-time preparation: December 2026–June 2027 Full-time contract: June 28–August 27, 2027 Compensation: $26.65–$33.35 per hour ARE YOU LOOKING FOR AN AMAZING SUMMER JOB?

Come Join

Us! Camps at Appleby College provide seasonal opportunities to develop and advance skills and promote interactive skills among participants. Appleby provides excellence within each camp through the use of superb facilities and instruction.

In all our programs, we emphasize individual development, participation, co-operation, and fun! Appleby’s scenic 60-acre campus offers outstanding academic, art and athletics for all its Camps. Campers at Appleby experience an exciting week of discovery, friendship, sports, and fun!

Appleby

College offers Discovery Camps, Arts &

- Media Camps, Science &
- Success Camps and Sports &
- Adventure Camps. For a listing of all camp programs offered, please visit: Appleby College's Summer Camps. The Before &
- After Care Program Director is responsible for managing, operating and overseeing the Appleby Summer Camp Program area & the assigned camp staff. Reporting to the Camp Director, this position involves extensive planning, program development & enhancement, facilitating cross-camp activities/themes, camper and parent care and engagement, staff training and risk management.

WHAT IS AMAZING ABOUT THIS JOB:

Pre-Camp Planning: December 2026–June 2027 - Organize, plan, and coordinate all aspects of program area that can be done prior to summer including purchasing supplies, recruiting guest speakers, and sub-committee work.
- Work closely with the Camp Director to build & enhance the programs.
- Attend monthly Senior Staff meetings prior to the summer.
- Adhere to all health and safety policies and protocols.




- Contribute to strategic planning and development based on community research, competitor review, and analysis of previous years.
- Plan and coordinate themes within category and across camps with other Program Directors.
- Assist Camp Director in recruitment, hiring, and orientation of staff.
- Develop and deliver training modules that support the professional development of camp staff and volunteers.
- Plan cross-camp and cross-category activities, tournaments, and shows.

Camp: June–August - Nurture a positive camp culture by leading, motivating, and developing strong teams.

- Create activities that are welcoming for participants of all personalities and abilities.
- Ensure all training modules include an element of follow-up, discussion, and analysis.
- Manage facilities, equipment, and programs in accordance with Appleby College standards.
- Prepare and deliver staff performance evaluations.
- Act as first aid and behavior management response presence for program area.
- Manage safe drop-off and pick-up for all campers in program area.
- Act as a parent/guardian liaison to build relationships with families.
- Supervise camper lunches and contribute to current activities and shows during lunch hours. Post-Camp Review - Gather suggestions and ideas for the following summer.
- Debrief after summer is completed.
- Create Lessons Learned/Best Practices documentation.

Before &
- After Care Program Director Criteria and Specific Duties

- Post-secondary education in recreation, sport, child & youth, or related field preferred.




- Supervise Before &

- After Care program staff and create schedules.
- Responsible for program operations (7:30–9:00am and 3:30–6:00pm).
- Plan and implement engaging age-specific activities. Assist in creating weekly schedules - Communicate daily with parents/guardians in an open and supportive manner.

WORK SCHEDULE

Training &
- Pre-Camp - Monthly meetings and planning assignments: approximately 8 hours per month, beginning December 2026 until the full-time contract begins. Times determined by group consensus.
- Friday, June 4, 2027: Evening - Saturday, June 5, 2027: Full Day - Sunday, June 6, 2027: Full Day - Saturday, June 26, 2027: Full Day Camp Session Dates &
- Hours - Camp Work: as assigned Monday June 28 to Friday August 27, 2027 (excluding holidays)

HOW TO APPLY

If you or someone you know wants to learn and grow this summer, please apply online. Your application matters to us and we will review it carefully. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. As a condition of employment, a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening and valid Intermediate First Aid and CPR – C is required. We work to embed diversity, equity, and inclusion principles and practices as an integral and foundational part of Appleby’s culture and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills making us better together.

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College is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.

📌 Program Director, Before and After Care, Appleby Summer Day Camps 2027 (Oakville)
🏢 Appleby College
📍 Oakville