OakQuest - Summer Camp Leader

OakQuest Camp Leader

Seasonal Position - likely June to August

About InnovOak School
InnovOak School is a Ministry inspected private school serving students from Preschool through Grade 12. The school operates under its own proprietary Everstone+ curriculum framework that integrates Ontario curriculum expectations with Cambridge content, Singapore Math, and InnovOaks LifeREADY competencies. This framework emphasizes dynamic and positive learning environments, clear expectations, and the development of independent, capable students prepared for academic and life success by becoming a well-rounded person.

About OakQuest
OakQuest is InnovOak Schools summer extension of its co curricular and club based programming. The program is designed first and foremost to be fun, engaging, and memorable for students, while being delivered through intentional planning, clear structure, and strong supervision. We want to reimagine the idea of a camp experience similarly to how we have reinvented private school!

Programming is summer focused and similar to our clubs rather than what some would call traditionally academically rigorous. This does not mean there is no learning, but activities emphasize exploration, creativity, teamwork, movement, and skill building in ways that feel enjoyable and accessible to students. Programming may include academic readiness elements designed to keep core skills sharp, delivered through games, projects, and experiential activities rather than formal lessons, worksheets, or assessment.

OakQuest is a camp experience not summer school

OakQuest reflects InnovOak Schools commitment to well-rounded development by providing students with new opportunities to try unfamiliar activities, build confidence, and develop social and leadership skills in a supportive environment.

Reporting Structure

• Reports to the OakQuest Director and supported by our OakQuest board
  
• Works directly with Camp Counsellors
  
• Oversight provided by the Administrative Team and Principal

Position Overview
OakQuest Camp Leaders provide daily leadership for summer programming and counselling staff. Camp Leaders supervise campers, guide and support Camp Counsellors, and ensure programming is delivered safely, consistently, and in alignment with InnovOak expectations. This role requires maturity, sound judgement, and the ability to lead peers while managing groups of children in an active summer environment. Since this role begins during the school year, it is best suited for university and college students looking to add work experiences offered through a school placement

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily OakQuest programming including games, sports, crafts, outdoor activities, creativeprojects, and themed experiences
  
• Provide clear direction, guidance, and coaching to Camp Counsellors during all program activities and transitions
  
• Ensure consistent supervision of campers during arrival, dismissal, washroom breaks, transitions, and allprogramming blocks
  
• Support counsellors in planning and delivering age appropriate, engaging activities
  
• Maintain behavioural expectations and respond to incidents using established procedures
  
• Serve as the primary on site support for counsellors when managing camper needs, group dynamics, or emerging concerns
  
• Communicate camper progress, incidents, and operational concerns to the OakQuest Director and administration
  
• Complete required documentation including attendance records, incident reports, and daily readiness checks
  
• Maintain safe, organized, and accessible program spaces and ensure proper use of equipment and materials
  
• Attend all required planning sessions, meetings, and program related events
  
• Model professionalism, reliability, and positive leadership at all times

Planning and Program Design

• Work in conjunction with the OakQuest Board, comprised of the Camp Director and experienced former Camp Directors, to plan, enact, and refine a well structured summer program
  
• Collaborate with the Director to apply proven camp leadership experience and operational insight to the design of purposeful, well-defined programming that goes beyond average camp experiences
  
• Creatively and enthusiastically contribute to the development of weekly themes, activity frameworks, and enrichment opportunities aligned with OakQuest goals
  
• Ensure all programming is completed and ready for daily camping experiences
• apply and manage good programming that helps engage campers
• Provide leadership with the Camp Director to counselors and support situations needing support
• Model effective leadership skills and appropriate councilor habits at all time (professional, on time etc)
• Support the translation of program plans into clear daily schedules, routines, and staff assignments
• Provide ongoing feedback to the OakQuest Director based on observations of camper engagement, program flow, and staffing needs

Preferred Experience and Educational Pathway
This role is intended for candidates at the university or college level or beyond.

Preference will be given to candidates who:

• Have prior experience working as camp counsellors, assistant leaders, or youth program staff
• Are currently enrolled in or have completed post secondary education
• Pursuing or intending to pursue careers in education or related fields, including Concurrent B.Ed programs, Bachelor of Education, Early Childhood Education, Child and Youth Care, Recreation, or similar disciplines

While OakQuest is not an academic program, it is operated by a school. Candidates interested in education or youth development will find this role aligned with the development of professional skills relevant to working in a school environment

Certifications and Conditions of Employment

• Standard First Aid is required
• High Five Principles of Healthy Child Development is preferred
• Successful completion of a Police Vulnerable Sector Check
• Proof of current and valid certifications and qualifications