Job Title: S.R. Day Camp Instructor
Reports To: Activity Director/Activity Coordinator/Day Camp Coordinator
Number of Positions Available: 4
South River (SR) Day Camp Instructors work directly with local children who are bused to HOC each day, providing a dynamic and engaging day camp experience. The SR Day Camp Program runs Monday to Friday from 8:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m., featuring a variety of activities such as arts and crafts, land sports, low organizational games, water activities, theme days, and overnight camping experiences.
Instructors are qualified, trained, and experienced leaders who deliver safe, engaging, and skill-focused programming that reflects HOC’s core principles of Community, Leadership, Accountability, and Performance. They follow established skill progressions supported by HOC’s awards system to help campers grow and succeed.
Instructors are expected to deliver age-appropriate, productive, and fun programs while remaining adaptable to changing weather conditions, including rainy-day schedules. In addition to their daytime responsibilities, SR Day Camp Instructors contribute to evening programming, engaging with overnight campers to strengthen community connections across camp.
Beyond instruction, Instructors complete personal evaluations for each camper they teach, offering meaningful feedback on progress and participation. As active members of the broader camp community, they also participate in all-camp activities throughout the week, including meals, section events, free swims, campfires, and other programs as assigned, to help create a positive, inclusive, and memorable camp experience for every participant.
DAILY / WEEKLY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead and supervise SR Day Campers (ages 5–13), Monday–Friday, 8:45 a.m.–3:45 p.m.
- Participate in daily Program Development & Maintenance Time (1 hour) to organize lessons, maintain equipment, and prepare program areas.
- Lead evening activities twice per week (Monday and Tuesday, 1 hour each).
- Provide cabin coverage one evening per week (Tuesday or Wednesday) to support counsellors during their night off.
- Assist with Sunday Camper Registration, including set-up, work brigades, check-in, and Discover HOC programming.
- Support Saturday Camper Check-Out (approximately 3 hours, as scheduled).
- Complete camper evaluations each Thursday, providing detailed feedback on skill development and participation.
- Attend all weekly staff and team meetings as scheduled.
- Prepare and deliver alternative “Rainy Day” programs when required.
- Work one Holdover Weekend, providing evening cabin supervision (Friday if required) and leading programming for campers staying multiple weeks (Saturday and Sunday).
- Perform additional classes, supervision, or duties as assigned.
ALL STAFF RESPONSIBILITIES
- All Activity staff are required to attend a Spring Training Weekend.
- All staff are required to deliver every day our Brand Promise, “Best Summer Of Your Life”, in each camper and staff interaction. Guided by our four core principles: Community, Leadership, Accountability, and Performance.
- All staff are expected to abide by and enforce the camp guidelines of respect. These are the rules and expectations of behaviour implemented to maintain a fun and safe camp environment.
- All staff are responsible for the safety and security of each camper in their care. Staff are to follow prescribed program standards and lesson plans to ensure the highest level of care and instruction.
- Attendance for all staff at the June orientation week training is mandatory. This training period is where each staff member will receive essential employment information and training for a successful summer experience.
- Participation in camp-wide special events (All Camps, Friday Finale, Evening Programs) and weekly meetings is an expectation of all staff members.
- The dynamic nature of summer camp demands that each staff member understand that additional duties may be assigned as required.
SUMMER BENEFITS AND TIME OFF
- Room & Board Provided.
- Weekly Staff Hockey & Water Skiing.
- Staff working a full eight-week contract period are entitled to one weekend off (Friday after daily duties to Sunday Discover HOC).
- Time off weekly - evenings excluding Sunday night.
- Time off daily - depending on weekly schedule.
- Access to program and recreation equipment.
- The chance to work in a close-knit, supportive community that values staff health and wellness, creativity, and employee success.
- The opportunity to develop life skills applicable to multi-faceted career opportunities.
- An experience that will last a lifetime.
EMPLOYMENT PERIOD
Staff Orientation / Training: TBD
Employment Period: June 28, 2026 – August 22, 2026
Optional Employment: Week #9 August 23 – 29, 2026
Wages: Summer wages vary depending on age, qualifications and experience of applicants. Room and board are included.
QUALIFICATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS
Qualifications:
- Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent education.
- Strong communication, teaching, and group management skills.
- Enthusiastic, energetic, and positive attitude.
- Willing to participate in all camp-related activities.
Certifications:
- Bronze Cross (NL preferred).
- Emergency First Aid & CPR.
- Respect in Sport certification.