Job Title: S.R Day Camp Swim Instructor
Reports To: Activity Director/Activity Coordinator/Day Camp Coordinator
Number of Positions Available: 1
The South River (SR) Day Camp Swim Instructor works throughout the day directly with local children who are bussed to camp. SR Day Camp programming begins at 8:50 am and ends at 3:50 pm, Monday to Friday. Instructors are hired to create and execute day camp-specific daily and special programming. The Swim Instructor is hired specifically to instruct swimming lessons as part of the Life Saving Society Swimming Program. Campers are grouped into two groups, Junior and Senior, and each group participates in daily swimming lessons. Additional Day Camp Programming may include arts and crafts, overnight camping, theme/special days, low organizational games, land sports and water activities. However, Day Camp Instructors also work with HOC campers throughout the week during evening programs.
All Activity Instructors provide program instruction, based on an outlined program curriculum and Community, Leadership, Accountability, and Performance, fundamental qualities. Standards are developed on skills-based progressions through an established awards system already in place at HOC. Instructors are expected to teach classes that are age-appropriate, productive, and fun. This includes being prepared to teach in a variety of weather conditions (rainy day programs). Evening instruction (2 days) of evening activities is an expectation of all Activity Instructors. Activity Instructors are required to maintain their program areas and equipment, ensuring adequate equipment supply and safety during daily program development time (PDT) each day (1 hr) as required. Every week the swim instructor is also responsible for completing swimming evaluations on each camper they teach during the week. As a part of the larger camp community activity instructors are also expected to actively participate and provide supervision during all-camp activities throughout the week. This includes program periods that may not be outlined on daily schedules, such as meals, section activities, free swims, campfires, and others as assigned.
DAILY / WEEKLY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Monday to Friday- work daily with SR Day Camp campers ages 5-12 between 8:50 am- 3:50 pm, specifically instructing swimming lessons through the Life Saving Society Swimming Program.
- Daily program development/maintenance time (1 Hour).
- Evening activity instruction (Monday, Tuesday) (1 Hour).
- Wednesday cabin coverage to facilitate counsellor evening off.
- Sunday Camper Registration (work brigades, registration, program demonstrations).
- Saturday Check Out (3 hours on Saturday, twice a summer).
- Thursday- compose detailed camper evaluations.
- Attend weekly all staff and staff team meetings as scheduled.
- Additional classes and supervision as required.
- Preparation of alternative "Rainy Day" programs.
- Work One “Holdover Weekend”. Friday evening cabin supervision (if required) and provide programming and supervision for holdover campers ( campers here 2+ weeks) Saturday and Sunday.
ALL STAFF RESPONSIBILITIES
- All Activity Staff are required to attend a spring Program Development Weekend.
- All staff are required to deliver every day our Brand Promise “Best Summer Of Your Life” in each camper and staff interaction. Guided by our four core principles, Community, Leadership, Accountability, and Performance.
- All staff are expected to abide by and enforce camp guidelines of respect. These are the rules and expectations of behaviour implemented to maintain a fun and safe camp environment.
- All staff are responsible for the safety and security of each camper in their care. Staff are to follow prescribed program standards and lesson plans in order to ensure the highest level of care and instruction.
- Attendance for all staff to the June orientation week training is mandatory. This training period is where each staff will receive essential employment information and training for a successful summer experience.
- Participation in camp-wide special events (All Camps, Friday Campfire, Program Demonstrations) and weekly meetings is an expectation of all staff members.
- The dynamic nature of summer camp demands each staff understand that additional duties may be assigned as required.
SUMMER BENEFITS AND TIME OFF
- Room & Board Provided.
- Weekly Staff Hockey & Water Skiing.
- Staff working a full eight-week contract period are entitled to one weekend off (Friday after daily duties to Sunday evening programs).
- Time off weekly- Saturday evening
- Time off daily - depending on weekly schedule.
- Access to program and recreation equipment.
- The chance to work in a close-knit supportive community that values staff health and wellness, creativity and employee success.
- The opportunity to develop life skills, applicable to multi-faceted career opportunities.
- An experience that will last a lifetime.
EMPLOYMENT PERIOD
Staff Orientation / Training: TBD
Employment Period: June 29 2025 – August 23, 2025
Optional Employment: Week #9 August 24 – 30, 2025
Wages: Summer wages vary depending on age, qualifications and experience of applicants. Room and board are included.
RECOMMENDED QUALIFICATIONS
- A minimum of 17 years of age.
- Genuine interest in working with children in the community.
- Experience teaching and communicating to children of varied ages. Specific camp experience an asset.
- Lifeguarding and swim instructional experience preferred.
- NLS certification.
- Water Safety Instructors certification.
- Emergency First Aid and CPR certification.
- Must be an enthusiastic, energetic and positive person.
- Must be willing to take part in camp related activities outside the defined job description.