Job Description

Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre is located in Midland Ontario and is managed by the Friends of Wye Marsh Inc., a not-for-profit charitable organization. The Centre is open 362 days a year and provides school and public programs for over 30,000 visitors annually. Friends of Wye Marsh Inc. is governed by both federal and provincial regulations for all activities and land use.

The successful applicant will conduct daily educational, recreational, and special interpretive programs for campers at the Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre. This is a full-time contract position from June 25 2026 to August 27th 2026 with a maximum of forty (40) hours per week.

Responsibilities

Report to the Camp Director

Ensure 100% supervision of campers at all times

Prepare program resources for any activities or events

Conduct and implement a wide variety experiential, environmental, and educational programs, activities and special events for a variety of age groups at Wye Marsh

Adapt programs to meet the needs of the audience

Represent Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre and uphold our mission statement and objectives

Assist with daily sign in and sign out of campers

Work with a diverse group of staff in a fast-paced environment

Guide short canoe tours for campers

Maintain work area and repair program equipment in coordination with other members of the staff

Assist in any other duties as required by the Camp Director or Executive Director

Provide excellent customer service

Skills

Proven initiative and self-motivation

Willingness to learn a wide variety of materials related to nature-based Day Camp activities

Able to work independently and in a group setting (skilled team player)

Enjoy working with youth in an outdoor setting in various weather conditions

Possess an understanding of ecological concepts

Excellent interpersonal skills, with an understanding of group management techniques

Excellent planning, organizational, time management and customer service skills

Effective oral and written communicate skills

Requirements

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Must be between 16 and 29 years of age at the start of employment

Must be available for training days June 25 - June 27 2026

Emergency First-aid and CPR certification preferred

Bronze Medallion certification preferred

Police criminal records check, including vulnerable sector (if you are 18 years of age or older)

Experience working with children age 4 - 14 in an outdoor setting

ORCKA paddle certification preferred

Bilingual (French/English) is an asset

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 11 weeks

Pay: $17.60 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress On-site parking Store discount
Education:

Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:

Childcare: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person