Job Description

Important: For this specific job, current active recreation workers must apply to this posting. On-line Scheduling Forms will not be considered.

Arts Services delivers high-quality, inclusive arts programming, events and services, in collaboration with partners, artists and arts organizations that serve diverse communities outside of Toronto's core, including seasonal programs that meaningfully engage children and/or youth in creative expression, and arts-based skill building and learning.

Req ID 62218 Job Category Camps Job Type: Temporary, Part-time Hourly Rate: $ 21.16 Number of Positions: Talent pool for future vacancies Start Date: TBD Work Location: Cedar Ridge Creative Centre District: Scarborough Season: Summer Duration: TBD Shift Information: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week, shift TBD (8-4 or 9-5) Division: Economic Development & Culture Section: EDC Arts & Culture Services Posting End Date: 03/01/2026

Responsibilities:

• Plans, implements, delivers and instructs camp activities specializing in the arts
• Provides arts instruction in a variety of arts mediums which may include (Drawing & Painting, Recreation).
• Leads recreational programming during specialty arts camp.
• Delivers arts instruction to camp participants who are at various levels of arts skills and ages.
• Prepares lesson plans showing daily classroom activities and possible session art themes.
• Performs administrative tasks to support the program.
• Monitors classroom supplies effectively to ensure availability for camp purposes.
• Prepares a list of specialty supplies and items participants will be required to bring to camp.
• Organizes, leads and participates in camp games and events.
• Takes action to deal with incidents, problems and emergencies and comply with Divisional/City policies and procedures.
• Works as part of a team to organize, lead and participate in Special Events Day and in the creation and presentation of “Arts Revue” (Parents’ night) display.
• Attends to and reports participant or staff injuries, report unsafe conditions to Specialty Art Camp Coordinator.
• Adheres to all policy and safety guidelines as outlined in Policy and Procedure manuals.
• Establishes, writes, displays and enforces classroom and facility rules.
• Directs camp program participants at all times.
• Assists in general camp duties.
• Maintains studio cleanliness and organization.
• Attends and participates in meetings and training sessions.

Qualifications:

• Must be minimum 16 years of age.
• Education, strong interest, proven knowledge and skill in a specialized program area ( Drawing & Painting, Recreation).
• Prior experience working with children.
• Post-secondary education in chosen artistic medium an asset.
• Must be responsible, enthusiastic, flexible and self-motivated.
• Must have good communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Must possess a valid Emergency First Aid/CPR Certificate prior to the start date of camp.
• Candidates may be required to present portfolio of work upon request.
• A Police Reference Check will be required as a condition of employment for this position.
• You possess certification in Parks and Recreation Ontario's Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD). This is a mandatory course that will be provided to you at no cost upon obtaining a conditional offer of employment. You will be provided with course dates and details at that time.

Note: Must attend and successfully complete related mandatory and in-service training sessions.

Contact for additional information: Tina Harper at tina.harper@toronto.ca

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Accommodation: If you are an individual who requires accommodation, due to disability under the Ontario Human Rights Code, to apply for this position, please email us at recjobs@toronto.ca, quoting the Requisition ID and the job title. The City is committed to providing Code-protected accommodation throughout its hiring process. Please visit Hiring Policies and Statements (toronto.ca) for further details.

Vulnerable Sector Check: Vulnerable Sector Check: One of the requirements for working with children and vulnerable adults is applicants providing the results of a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC). Once a candidate completes online onboarding documentation, candidates that reside in the City of Toronto (postal code starts with "M") will be sent an email with a voucher code to complete an online VSC application with Toronto Police at no cost. Applicants who reside outside of the City of Toronto will need to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check from their local Police Service at their own cost. For further information on the vulnerable sector screening, please contact your local Police Service.