Lead Guitar Instructor

Camp Manitou is hiring a Lead Rock Music Instructor for Summer 2026, an exciting opportunity for a passionate musician to spend the summer outdoors teaching, mentoring and sharing their love of music with campers aged 7 to 16.

This is more than simply teaching music. It is about helping campers find confidence, creativity and joy through performance, collaboration and self-expression. From jam sessions and skill development to band projects and special performances, you’ll help bring one of camp’s most exciting creative spaces to life.

For the right person, this is far more than a summer job. It is an opportunity to lead, inspire and be part of a vibrant camp community in one of Ontario’s most beautiful summer settings.

Why Join Manitou?

• Room, board and all meals included
• Meaningful leadership and hands-on teaching experience
• Opportunity to mentor young musicians and help grow a creative program
• Evening staff socials, recreation and community events
• Access to camp activities during downtime including swimming, rock climbing, waterskiing, tubing and more
• A close-knit staff team from around the world
• An unforgettable summer experience that will stay with you for life

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and lead engaging daily rock music classes for campers aged 7 to 16
• Teach and support campers in areas such as guitar, drums, piano, bass and vocals (you do NOT need to be able to teach in all these areas)
• Help campers develop musical skills, confidence and creativity through collaborative music-making
• Support special projects, performances and camp-wide programming
• Supervise and mentor a small team of staff within the music area
• Ensure a safe, welcoming and encouraging environment for all campers
• Bring energy, creativity and passion to one of camp’s most exciting activity areas

What We’re Looking For

• Strong musical background with proficiency in one or more of the following: guitar, drums, piano, bass or vocals
• Passion for music and enthusiasm for sharing it with young people
• Leadership skills and comfort supervising a small staff team
• Experience working with children is a strong asset
• Collaborative, energetic and positive attitude
• Comfortable accepting guidance, feedback and supervision
• Ability to live on site for the duration of the contract (June 18 - August 13)
• Legally eligible to work in Canada

How to Apply

Apply directly through Indeed or through our staff portal at www.manitoucamp.campbrainstaff.com.

Have questions about the role? Reach out to Alec Amato, Assistant Director, at alec@manitoucamp.com

Job Types: Seasonal, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 8 weeks

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Discounted or free food
• Housing allowance
• On-site gym
• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• Will you be turning at least 20 years old prior to the end of 2026?
• Are you comfortable living in a congregate group environment (cabin with other staff members)?
• Are you willing to live on site for the duration of the contract (June 18th - August 13th)?

Work Location: In person