Assistant Director, Lcs Summer Academy And Ancillary Programs

Founded in 1879, Lakefield College School (LCS) is a leader among Canada’s independent boarding and day schools and prides itself on its reputation for providing a strong, caring community, a well-rounded program, and a transformational student experience.

At LCS, we believe in the dignity and worth of all individuals. With roughly 430 students joining us from over 40 countries, we believe young people learn and mature best when they are encouraged to embrace their individuality within a richly diverse and supportive community. We believe that our community is strengthened by this diversity of perspectives.

With 145 years of outdoor education experience, LCS Summer Academy provides fun and challenging programs for campers ages 4 to 18. Each program is full of opportunities to learn in and through the outdoors on our 315-acre waterfront campus. We believe strongly in nurturing the development of the whole person by focusing on community-minded leadership, character education, and environmental sustainability.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director, LCS Summer Academy & Ancillary Programs, the Assistant Director, will help lead LCS’s Junior Day Camp, Summer Academy, and 3rd Party Summer Camps. The candidate will liaise with 3rd Party Camp Directors, offering high-quality service that enables them to operate their camps effectively. They will support camp staff in planning fun, safe, and engaging activities, as well as offering mentoring and feedback to counsellors and coordinators. The Assistant Director will also be responsible for supporting 24-hour emergency on-call for LCS campers and staff during July and August as a full-time resident of our campus.

The role of Assistant Director, LCS Summer Camp & Ancillary Programs will begin their contract on or about MAY 15, 2024 in order to provide support in program preparation and planning for a successful summer season.

Position Responsibilities:Summer/Program Preparation

• Program Development - Review, develop, and update activity lesson plans and curriculum created by Counselors & Camp Coordinators. Propose (and develop if approved) new programming opportunities. Work with the Director in advance of and during the summer to ensure the program outlined meets expectations
• Staff - Recruitment and Onboarding. Assist the Director with interviewing and appointment of camp staff. Assist with organization and oversight of staff training and certification courses.
• 3rd Party Bookings - Liaise with 3rd Party Camp Directors for pre-summer meetings, tours, and support
• Program Equipment - Create summer equipment inventories & wish lists for purchasing

Summer/Program Responsibilities

• 3rd Party Programs and Facility Rentals - Supports with coordination of 3rd Party Programs (on-the-ground hosting and facility preparation)
• Manage the House Life Coordinators, Head of Waterfront, & Camp Program Specialists
• Camp Programming & Curriculum - Create a calendar of special events for July and August and oversee the implementation of special events (e.g., Theme Days, Regatta Days, Community Events, Alumni Family Camp, etc.). Plan and oversee delivery with core staff. Work with Camp Program Specialists and Head of Waterfront to develop activity programming. Coordinate ORCKA and other certifications before the end of each program. Enter swim, ORCKA, trips, and other camper data at the end of summer.
• Program Safety - Support with the 24-hour emergency on-call in addition to the Director and Associate Director. Help organize and oversee emergency procedures. Monitor and assess camper safety at all program areas
• Other - Assist with the arrival/departure of students/campers. Attend and participate in all director and senior staff meetings.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience working in summer camps and/or overnight settings (e.g., summer camps, boarding school, etc.)
• Completed undergraduate degree or Diploma
• Current Certification for Standard First Aid & CPR C
• Mental Health First Aid
• Ability to work with and instruct teenagers
• Personal qualities: camper-centred, collaborative, caring, enthusiastic, solution-oriented, strong interpersonal skills, strong organizational and communication skills
• Full “G” class license, over the age of 25, and ability to drive a large van

Additional Qualifications or Experience that would be considered an asset:

• Bronze Cross or NLS
• Ontario Pleasure Craft Operator’s License
• Second language proficiency and ESL experience

How to Apply:

Please complete your profile and submit your resume information through the Careers Section of our website on or before February 26, 2024. Be sure to indicate which Camp Coordinator role you are applying for in your cover letter. (This is an ongoing recruitment process and we will be connecting with candidates as we receive applications and arranging for interviews).

Please Note: LCS is committed to providing accommodation for persons with disabilities. Please visit our Accessibility page for further details or contact our Human Resources department, hr@lcs.on.ca, for any information in an alternate format.

Lakefield College School is an inclusive, caring community. We believe in the dignity and worth of all individuals. We embrace diversity and practice equity. We lead with empathy to create a sense of belonging for all. We are committed to equal employment opportunities for persons of all cultures, colours, ancestries, religions, sexes, national origins, sexual orientations, ages, marital statuses, disabilities, gender identities and veteran statuses.

We respectfully acknowledge that Lakefield College School is located on the Treaty 20 Michi Saagiig territory and in the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Nations, collectively known as the Williams Treaties First Nations, which include: Curve Lake, Hiawatha, Alderville, Scugog Island, Rama, Beausoleil, and Georgina Island First Nations.

Lakefield College School respectfully acknowledges that the Williams Treaties First Nations are the stewards and caretakers of these lands and waters in perpetuity and that they continue to maintain this responsibility to ensure their health and integrity for generations to come.