How to work at camp
Camp Ten Oaks is staffed by an amazing team. We look for folks who have extensive experience working with children and youth both in and outside of camp settings, specialized skills to enhance the programming offered at camp, and who are committed to working from anti-oppressive and anti-racist principles. We also want people who are camper-centred, supportive, enthusiastic, nurturing, respectful, dynamic, creative, and fun-loving!
All staff must participate in staff training in May and be available to work at camp (two weeks in July/August). We encourage anyone interested to apply while keeping in mind that plans and schedules may change. Further details about scheduling can be found in the position descriptions below. Our staff-to-camper ratio is a minimum of 1:3.
Application Process
All applicants are encouraged to read the job descriptions listed below to select the role(s) that is/are the best fit. Application instructions follow each role description, including the application form for 2024. Following selection, all staff must successfully complete an interview process, reference checks, and a police background check. Interviews will happen on a rolling basis beginning in late February, 2024.
Applications for the 2024 camp season are still open for some positions! You can find the application form here.
Applications for Assistant Director and Coordinator positions are now closed.
Applications for all other positions are open on a rolling basis.
Commitment to Equity
In keeping with the Ten Oaks Project’s commitment to equity, applicants are strongly encouraged to self-identify in their applications. Applicants are encouraged to share accessibility needs in the application process, and every attempt will be made to accommodate them.
All returning staff are asked to reapply every year, regardless of their previous roles at camp, by submitting a letter of intent outlining what role you are interested in taking on, any opportunities for growth you see for camp from within your role, as well as any personal goals you may seek to explore or accomplish while at camp this summer. We do this to ensure our commitment to disrupting historical patterns of power in the camping industry. You can submit your letter of intent through the application form or by email to [email protected].
remuneration
Camp Ten Oaks offers its staff members a weekly wage based on the role they are hired for. Check out the wages for each role in the position descriptions below.
Camp Ten Oaks Job Descriptions
Below are the position descriptions for each role at Ten Oaks. Any staff interested in learning about any roles are encouraged to reach out to the Programs Manager for more information at [email protected].
Camp Counsellor
Program Staff
Craft Centre Coordinator
Waterfront Programs Coordinator
Outdoor Adventure Coordinator
Oak Tree Coordinator
Healthcare Coordinator
Care Bear
Leadership Team Positions
Assistant Director of Operations
Assistant Director of Programming
Assistant Director of Staff
Assistant Director of Health
Assistant Director of Care