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Craftshop Director

Craftshop Director

Ontario Camps Association • Toronto, ON, CA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
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Craftshop Director

CRAFTSHOP DIRECTOR

Role Overview

The Craftshop Director leads the camp’s woodworking and creative arts department. This role balances technical shop management with the mentorship of campers & staff, ensuring a safe environment where participants of all levels experience a genuine sense of achievement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Program Leadership: Design and execute daily programs and special events. Focus on projects that complement our rustic setting (e.g., paddle carving, woodburning, and wilderness-based crafts).
  • Staff Management: Supervise, train, and evaluate Craftshop Assistants; provide “staff-only” shop hours to foster community and skill-building.
  • Safety & Compliance: Enforce strict shop safety protocols. Maintain all equipment to professional standards and manage inventory/budgeting in coordination with the Business & Camp Directors.
  • Instruction: Lead hands-on teaching for diverse age groups. Maintain instructional records and provide an end-of-season evaluation with equipment recommendations.
  • Camp Community: Participate in leadership meetings, assist with camp-wide activities, and maintain professional communication with directors and parents.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Technical Expertise: Proven experience in woodworking and various crafts. (A portfolio is an asset)
  • Education: Trades certificate in woodworking or Wood shop teacher experience an asset
  • Leadership: Demonstrated ability to supervise staff and manage a workshop.
  • Safety Certification: Must hold (or be willing to obtain) current Standard First Aid and CPR certifications and demonstrate mastery of shop-specific safety protocols.
  • Character: High integrity, adaptability, and an understanding attitude.
  • Logistics: Ability to commit to the full summer schedule and attend pre-season leadership training.
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