Job Description

About Centre Camp

Centre Camp is the destination where children in the Greater Toronto community come together to explore, celebrate, and nurture their Jewish life and connection to Israel. Centre Camp is a place to foster independence and a true camp community while growing leaders of tomorrow within a classic summer camp environment.

Role Summary

The Program Coordinator is a key member of Centre Camp's leadership team. They are responsible for the design, coordination, and implementation of all camp programming. This includes creating camp-wide schedules that fit the needs of each camper group. The Program Coordinator oversees all camp Specialists and specialty areas (sports, science, art, etc.) They ensure that each program is high-quality, inclusive, and aligned with the camp's values and goals. This role includes organizing engaging theme days, special events, and camp-wide initiatives that bring the spirit of Centre Camp to life.

Job Details

Compensation:

Based on Experience

Dates:

Part Time: March 2, 2026 - May 31, 2026
Full Time: June 1, 2026 - August 21, 2026.

Perks:

Free JCC membership with access to on-site gym, fitness classes, and community programs

How to Apply:

Visit https://centrecamp.campbrainstaff.com/ and apply to the North Camp (Vaughan).

Key responsibilities:

Plan and organize daily camp programs and activities including special events including theme days, special guests and field trips Develop and maintain the daily master schedule, balancing activities on each schedule, ensuring campers can experience all their applicable programs Create the camp calendar, including theme days and special events Lead a team for Specialist staff, providing ongoing mentorship and performance feedback throughout the summer Work closely with the Activities and Operations Coordinator Supervise and support the Specialist team, ensuring they are ready and able to carry out all designated programs Foster new ideas from staff, and use knowledge of each individual to find opportunities for new programming at camp Develop and facilitate pre-camp training for Specialists and Counsellors Formally evaluate Specialists upon the completion of their contracts Provide ongoing constructive feedback to specialists

Key Requirements

Minimum 2 years of experience in program planning, or leadership in camp or childcare environment. Creative thinker with strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities. Strong leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Proficiency with computers and common software programs (e.g., Excel), with the ability to quickly learn and adapt to new programs Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to motivate and support a diverse staff team.
Job Type: Seasonal
Contract length: 5 months

Pay: $1,500.00-$2,000.00 per month

Benefits:

On-site gym On-site parking
Application question(s):

How many years of experience do you have working with children? Please list experience below. How many years of child/camp programming experience do you have?
Work Location: In person