Summer Literacy Camp Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY

The Edward Milne Community School Society is seeking one (perhaps two) Summer Literacy Camp Assistants for the Play & Learn Summer Camp. The camp helps children ages 6-9 improve their literacy skills in reading, writing, math, and physical literacy. This position aids Camp Coordinators in administering literacy activities and assessments to children who need assistance meeting grade level expectations.

TERMS

Contract: 210 hours
Anticipated Start: July 2, 2026
Full-Time: 35 hours/week (Monday to Friday)
Salary: $19.25/hour + 4% Vacation Pay

LINE OF RESPONSIBILITY

Reports to Camp Coordinators & Program Coordinator, Youth Engagement Coordinator

KEY PROJECT RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assist with preparation of learning materials and environment, daily lessons, and daily snack preparation.

2. Assist with the supervision of children on weekly field trips.

3. Collect and record quotes, stories, and pictures representing camp experiences.

4. Engage a diverse group of children in literacy activities including math, reading, and physical literacy, in small and large groups.

5. Work directly with camp instructors to deliver literacy programming and testing.

6. Assist the Program Coordinator, Youth Engagement with the planning and implementing summer activities for youth.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

· Enjoys reading, writing, math, and physical activity.

· Enthusiastic and energetic around children ages 6-9.

· Able to provide encouragement and support to children and peers.

· Open-minded and inclusive of cultural learning.

QUALIFICATIONS

· Must be between the ages of 15-29 (HRSDC funding requirement)

· Strong desire to help children ages 6-9 improve their literacy skills.

· Strong teamwork and communication skills with the ability to work with little supervision.

· Proven experience working with children and/or for literacy initiatives.

· Experience working with Aboriginal children.

· Experience leading and motivating children & youth.

· Experience with recreation/sport & arts/crafts.

· Must be willing to complete a criminal record & vulnerable sector check.

· Current First Aid & CPR Certification.

· Current Foodsafe Certification.

Applicants who have not previously been employed are encouraged to apply. Please reference any applicable transferable skills in your cover letter.

Please submit a resume and cover letter addressing your experience as it relates to the qualifications.

Application Deadline: Sunday, May 17th, 2026

The EMCS Society is an equal opportunity employer committed to establishing an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Recent immigrant and refugee youth, Indigenous youth, youth with disabilities, youth who have not completed high school, visible minorities, LGBTQ2 youth, and women in STEM are encouraged to apply.

We are committed to ensure that reasonable accommodations are made available to persons with disabilities during the recruitment cycle and will provide reasonable accommodations upon request. If you require assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email us with your request.

We thank you for your interest. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Any information obtained or provided will be used only for the recruitment process and not for any other purpose. This position is partially funded by HRSDC Canada Summer Jobs.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 weeks

Pay: $19.25 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• On-site parking

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Work Location: In person