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Hiring Unit:
Athletics and Recreation - Children's Programming

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the immediate supervisor, the Summer Sports Camp Instructor act as a role model and ambassador for McGill when demonstrating the benefits of a healthy and active lifestyle through a combination of participation and instruction of camp physical activities to children ranging from ages 5-15 years old.  

Duties 

Greet and welcome campers as they arrive at camp 

Liaise with campers’ parents in regard to campers’ specific needs and progress. 

Lead and supervise campers and facilitate their participation during activities (i.e. tag, dodgeball, soccer and other basic games) to create a positive and memorable experience for all participants 

Design, plan and coordinate activities to meet objectives within an established operating schedule 

Assist with specialist led activities (i.e. aquatics, tennis, marital arts, basketball) 

Know, enforce and follow all safety guidelines and understand all emergency procedures associated with the camp and communicate all issues requiring attention to Section Leaders immediately. 

Ensure safe movement of campers from one activity to another throughout the sports complex 

Monitor environment to ensure safety of campers and report any issues with campers and/or facilities to camp administration and report or contact the Winsor clinic staff in the event of any incidents requiring immediate medical attention 

Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities

High School Diploma with one year of relevant experience in the field of work. 

Currently enrolled in a McGill undergraduate or graduate program. 

Knowledge of French and English. McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. 

 

Selected candidates must successfully pass their criminal background check to be considered for this position. 

 

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level # (qualifier) on a scale of 0-4.

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Minimum Education and Experience:

High School Diploma 2 Years Related Experience

Hourly Salary:

(AMUSE C) $18.00

Estimated Number of Work Hours per Week:

40 (Full time)

Position Start Date:

2025-06-16

Position End Date:

2025-08-08

Deadline to Apply:

2025-03-30

This position is covered by the AMUSE collective agreement.

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.