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Camp Counsellor, Arts – Culture Summer Camps Jobs in Mississauga, Canada at City of Mississauga
Position: Camp Counsellor, Arts – Culture Summer Camps 2026
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Vacancy Type:
Seasonal
Number of Positions: 40
Closing Date: 04/23/2026
Job Summary
Our team is actively seeking dynamic Leaders with an arts specialist background for our Summer Camp 2026 team. Specialty Arts Camp Counsellors will be responsible for the instruction of comprehensive drama, dance, music, visual arts digital design, and/or museum camp(s) as outlined by Culture Programs to meet the needs of participants and to ensure adequate safety while facilitating the activity.
We are hiring the following types of Specialty Arts Camp Counsellors:
- Crafts (includes Props, Set Design, Costumes)
- Music (Vocal – Musical Theatre, Guitar, Ukulele)
Applicants applying for these positions should be aware that Culture Specialty Arts Camps have the following characteristics:
- Camps are held at various locations across the City including community centres, museums and specialty arts facilities (Living Arts Centre, Maja Prentice Theatre, Meadowvale Theatre)
- Staff will be paid minimum wage on an hourly basis for attending required training or meetings.
- Employment Period is from June 29 – September 4, 2026. Candidates must be available for the entirety of the employment period. Time off requests will be assessed on a case by case situation, based on staffing needs.
- Camp hours are 9AM to 4PM (staff may be needed as early as 7:30 am and as late as 6:00pm with extended hours).
- Training for this position will start in June. All trainings are mandatory and will be held on various evenings and weekends.
- Interviews will be held late mid April – early May.
Please note:
Full-time hours are not guaranteed. Hours are dependent on sufficient program registration.
Also, please note that you will be completing a questionnaire as you submit your application. Please fill this out completely. You will receive a receipt via e-email confirming that your application has been successfully sent.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Support the objectives and philosophies of the camp program as established by the Recreation and Culture Division through quality instruction and excellent customer and staff relations.
- Plan and implement a comprehensive specialty arts camp(s) developed by the Recreation and Culture Division to meet the needs of all participants in the camp(s).
- Prepare and deliver lesson plans in the arts and heritage in a manner appropriate to the audience.
- Demonstrate and provide instruction to campers and ensure planning and preparation for all activities related to the camp program are carried out successfully.
- Ensure supervision of campers at all times and provide a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants by adhering to department safety standards and assisting with emergency procedures as required.
- Provide quality customer service and act as a knowledgeable resource to parents, participants, volunteers and staff.
- Communicate in an effective and timely manner in writing or voicemail with the Program Supervisor all aspects related to facilities, staffing, participants, equipment, supplies or anything that would impact the quality and safe delivery of the camp.
- Conduct safety checks of program equipment and allocated facilities daily.
- Clean-up of all supplies and equipment at the conclusion of the daily program.
- Incorporate and model the HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Childhood Development in program delivery where appropriate.
- Oversee the safe arrival and/or departure of participants. Maintain and oversee accurate attendance, and other administrative tasks for all participants.
- Maintain flexible work schedule during summer program to ensure supervision and continuity of program.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Skills and Qualifications
- Education / Training in the Arts including Digital Arts/Design, Digital Animation, Dance, Drama, Sewing, Fashion Design, Photography, Creative Writing, Music, Museum Studies/Heritage, and/or Visual Arts.
- For Digital Arts: advanced skills and expert knowledge of some or all of the following software GIMP or Adobe Creative Suite. Advanced level of experience working with technology to troubleshoot issues with program software or technology during camp time and own equipment for teaching demonstrations (laptop, digital camera etc.).
- For Visual Arts: advanced skills and expert knowledge in painting, drawing, photography, sewing and/or ceramics.
- For Literary Arts: advanced skills and expert knowledge in creative writing and/or scriptwriting.
- For Performing Arts: formal training in dance, drama, vocal music, instrumental music, and/or performance experience.
- Must have a knowledge of and experience in teaching children and/or youth.
- Must be confident teaching various age groups and skill levels.
- Experience developing detailed lesson plans.
- Excellent communication and organization skills required.
- Minimum 16 years of age or older at start of employment.
Title: Camp Counsellor, Arts – Culture Summer Camps
Company: City of Mississauga
Location: Mississauga, Canada
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