Signature Camp Counsellors

Collingwood School is a gender-inclusive day school located on two campuses in West Vancouver, BC.

Our vision is socially responsible students pursuing passions for a better world. We are committed to contributing positively to our local and global communities, environmental stewardship, and supporting the wellbeing, and inclusion of all people. Through the pursuit of passions, students will find their unique purpose in the world.

At Collingwood, we seek faculty and staff who work together to ensure everyone feels a sense of belonging.  We are a vibrant community of passionate educators and learners, dedicated to excellence and continuous improvement. We live our values of courage, curiosity and community to be in service of others and who are inspired by our mission to inspire and support young people for meaningful lives. Be part of inspiring students to pursue their passions for a better world.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring a barrier-free work environment. We welcome applications from all qualified job seekers, including BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour), persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ (persons of all sexual orientations and genders). If you are an applicant with a disability, we will work with you to make reasonable workplace accommodations you may need for your best work performance.

Collingwood School also offers remarkable Day Camps during the summer. We provide high-quality, comprehensive programming for 200 campers/week aged 4 to 14, spanning Arts + Media, Sports + Adventure, Nature + Wellness and Science + Discovery. As part of our camp team, you will make a difference by creating opportunities for fun, friendships, and skill development!

We’re looking for passionate Signature Camp Counsellors to join our team! Camp Counsellors support the daily operations of our Signature Camp program by providing attentive supervision, engagement, and care for campers. This position is responsible for fostering a safe, positive, and inclusive environment while actively participating in all scheduled camp activities. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a level of responsibility, dedication, good judgement and enthusiasm to ensure a safe and fun environment for all members of our community.

Mandatory Training Dates: June 23, 24, 25, 2026 8:30am-4:00pm (7.5 hours/day)
Contract Dates: June 29 – August 7, 2026 *preference given to candidates who can work all weeks
Hours: 8:15am – 4:00pm (7.75 hours/day) from Monday-Friday

Responsibilities, but not limited to:

• Camper Safety & Supervision
  Actively supervise and be attentive to the physical and emotional safety of all campers throughout the day, including during activities, transitions, and high-traffic times (drop-off/pick-up, lunch).
• Program Leadership & Delivery
  Lead assigned activities, assist with program setup and clean up, and foster communication, inclusion, skill-building, and fair play between campers and the group as a whole. Activities may include arts + crafts, sports, games, outdoor play, STEM challenges and performing arts. Provide Before and/or After Care during assigned shifts.
• Communication
  Maintain open and proactive communication with colleagues, and families if needed. Assist in maintaining accurate records (attendance, incident reports), and be quick with reporting any concerns or incidents.
• Collaboration & Teamwork
  Attend all scheduled meetings/training, be punctual, organized, and ready to support all camp staff and campers; be able to adjust as duties may change based on camp needs. Contribute to an energetic camp culture that promotes teamwork, personal growth and enjoyment!
• Professional Conduct & Compliance
  Serve as a positive role model, uphold all camp policies, values, and safety procedures, and maintain a clean, safe, and fun camp environment.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 16 years of age
• Previous camp experience or related experience working with school-aged children is preferred
• Skills, education or relevant experience in the desired program area
• Current Standard First Aid/CPR certification required before start of camp 
• Criminal Reference Check including a Vulnerable Sector Check (working with children) is required for staff 16 years of age or older, and will be completed by Collingwood
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to problem solve effectively and work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to work as part of a team with a wide variety of ages and demographic groups
• Demonstrated reliability, responsibility, and positive attitude
• Proof of legal entitlement to work in Canada 

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:  

• Able to work in an outdoor environment in all weather conditions (i.e.: heat)
• Participate and engage in all types of outdoor & indoor activities, including but not limited to running around, sitting on the ground, etc.
• Lifting and moving camp equipment and supplies from one location to another
• Walking and/or standing for long periods of time (3+ hours at a time, 7+ hours per day)

Our “Must Haves”:

• Respect, dignity and inclusion for all members of the community
• Collaborative mind-set and courageous approach to adversity
• Demonstrated communications skills (oral and written)
• Creative “out-of-the-box” thinker
• Flexible and adaptable and embraces change
• Proven work ethic with utmost integrity
• Enthusiasm, eagerness and genuine interest in all aspects of the school camp’s success
• Self-awareness, with a desire for constant self improvement (goal-oriented)

The hourly pay rate is $20/hr. This job opportunity offers mentorship from the Camps Leadership Team, and; an amazing summer with a supportive team, filled with fun opportunities of leadership development and growth with weekly fun staff social events.

Futures start here. If this role is a good fit, we would love to hear from you!  Please submit a cover letter detailing your suitability for the position along with your resume, including three employment references by February 27, 2026 to https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/cws/CANDIDATEPORTAL/jobs/2664

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until all positions are filled. This job posting is for an existing vacancy. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please visit our website for more information about our school or the summer camps program.