Summer Camp Counselor

Maison Tucker House – Nature Summer Camps
Location: Maison Tucker House, Ontario
Term: June 22, 2026 – August 14, 2026
Hours: 35 hours/week
Wage: $17.60/hour
Positions Available: 4

About Maison Tucker House

Maison Tucker House is a community-centered space rooted in nature, creativity, learning, and connection. Through our summer nature camps and family programming, we aim to create meaningful outdoor experiences that inspire curiosity, creativity, environmental stewardship, and joy.

We are currently seeking four enthusiastic and caring Summer Camp Counselors to join our 2026 Nature Summer Camps team.

Position Overview

Summer Camp Counselors will play an important role in supporting campers throughout the summer by helping create a safe, engaging, and positive environment for children participating in our nature camps and activities.

Counselors will supervise campers, assist with activities and programming, support camp operations, and help families and community members stay connected to Maison Tucker House programming throughout the summer.

This role is primarily in-person during camp programming, though some administrative and outreach-related tasks may be completed remotely.

Responsibilities

Supervise, support, and engage children during daily camp activities
Help lead nature-based games, crafts, outdoor learning activities, and creative programming
Ensure the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all campers
Assist with camp setup, cleanup, and organization of materials
Support positive group dynamics and maintain camp rules and expectations
Assist with promoting children’s activities, camps, and community events at Maison Tucker House
Support administrative and outreach tasks related to camps and summer programming
Communicate professionally with families, children, and community members
Help respond to inquiries related to summer camps and activities
Work collaboratively with the Camp Leader and fellow counselors to create a welcoming and supportive environment

Qualifications

Experience working with children and/or youth is considered an asset
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
Responsible, dependable, and energetic
Passion for nature, creativity, community, and working with children
First Aid/CPR certification is considered an asset
Bilingualism (English/French) required

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for individuals who are:

Kind, patient, and enthusiastic
Creative and adaptable
Comfortable taking initiative and working as part of a team
Passionate about supporting children’s growth, learning, and outdoor experiences
Excited to contribute to a positive and community-focused environment

Eligibility

Who can apply for this job?

The Government of Canada funded this job through the Canada Summer Jobs program.

To apply for this position, applicants must:

Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment
Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN)
Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or a person who has been granted refugee status in Canada
Be legally entitled to work in Canada

Please note:

International students and other temporary residents are not eligible under the Canada Summer Jobs program
Applicants may apply to multiple Canada Summer Jobs positions, but may only hold one full-time Canada Summer Jobs position at a time
Bilingualism (English/French) is required
A Vulnerable Sector Check will be required prior to employment

To Apply

For more details, visit our website: https://maisontuckerhouse.ca/en/job-openings/

Please submit your resume and a short cover letter outlining your interest and relevant experience to: director@maisontuckerhouse.ca.

Deadline: May 31st 2026