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Day Camp Counselor (full-time position; 8 hrs/day) - Two Positions Available
THIS POSITION SHOULD BE OF INTEREST TO ANY STUDENT WITH PADDLING EXPERIENCE, LIVING OR COTTAGING IN THE MUSKOKA AREA.
Full Time
July 6 to August 29, 2020. Additional administrative hours may be available in May and June.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Camp Director and Program director; supervise a group of youth ages 8 -12. Teach the youth canoe and kayak paddling skills, paddle games on the water to develop balance, safety, arts & craft skills, lead environmental hikes, and how to safely carry and move Club crafts and equipment. Communicate with parents and problem solve conflicts between youth.
Required Experience
Graduate of or be willing to take the one-day Canoe Kids Day Camp counselor course. Current CPR First Aid, proof of swimming and paddling skills, previous experience working with youth, demonstrated communication skills. Vulnerable sector criminal record check.
Additional Preferred Experience
ELCC Level 1 coaching certification with Canoe Kayak Stream. Pleasure Craft Operator Card, Bronze Cross or Swim Instructor Certification. You will be able to take the ELCC course in late May--register early online. There are 2 short online pre-requisite courses.
Please forward you cover letter and resumé to the attention of Rick Mroz at: muskokapaddleclub@gmail.com by April 30, 2020
*BOTH POSITIONS WILL WORK AT THE CLUB HOUSE & FENCED COMPOUND IN KELVIN GROVE PARK, BRACEBRIDGE BAY ON ECCELSTONE DR. IN DOWNTOWN BRACEBRIDGE.
SPRINT CANOE AND KAYAK COACH (evening programs)
The Muskoka Paddle Club (MPC) is accepting applications for the position of a sprint racing coach. Experience in war canoe, north canoe and marathon racing would be an asset. MPC is located in Kelvin Grove Park in downtown Bracebridge on the main branch of the Muskoka River. Start date is July 6, 2020 (or earlier) to August 29, 2020. Anticipated hours are expected to be from 12:30 pm to 8:30 pm daily, Monday to Friday. Additional hours will be available in May and June to recruit youth at elementary and high schools in Bracebridge. Rate of pay is negotiable based on experience.
Responsibilities
Teaching youth and adults safe boat handling ~ enjoy and be comfortable with a wide age range
On-water and on-land supervision and sprint racing instruction (kayak/canoe)
Demonstrating and teaching proper paddle techniques in both craft
Occasionally assist with boat and equipment sign out to members before the evening programs begin
Requirements
Community Coach Certification
ELCC Level 1 or 2 Coach with Canoe Kayak Stream preferred, or you are prepared to take it this spring (weekend course). ORCKA or other certification would be considered
Strong competitive paddling background
Ability to work with paddlers of all ages and abilities
CPR and First Aid certification
Pleasure Craft Operator Card
Vulnerable sector criminal record check
Minimum age 16 to maximum age 30 for staffing grant purposes. This would be the ideal position for an experienced sprint or marathon paddler who summers, or lives, in Muskoka.
Please forward your cover letter and resumé to Rick Mroz, muskokapaddleclub@gmail.com
Application deadline
April 30, 2020 or earlier
THIS POSITION SHOULD BE OF INTEREST TO ANY STUDENT WITH PADDLING EXPERIENCE, LIVING OR COTTAGING IN THE MUSKOKA AREA.
Full Time
July 6 to August 29, 2020. Additional administrative hours may be available in May and June.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Camp Director and Program director; supervise a group of youth ages 8 -12. Teach the youth canoe and kayak paddling skills, paddle games on the water to develop balance, safety, arts & craft skills, lead environmental hikes, and how to safely carry and move Club crafts and equipment. Communicate with parents and problem solve conflicts between youth.
Required Experience
Graduate of or be willing to take the one-day Canoe Kids Day Camp counselor course. Current CPR First Aid, proof of swimming and paddling skills, previous experience working with youth, demonstrated communication skills. Vulnerable sector criminal record check.
Additional Preferred Experience
ELCC Level 1 coaching certification with Canoe Kayak Stream. Pleasure Craft Operator Card, Bronze Cross or Swim Instructor Certification. You will be able to take the ELCC course in late May--register early online. There are 2 short online pre-requisite courses.
Please forward you cover letter and resumé to the attention of Rick Mroz at: muskokapaddleclub@gmail.com by April 30, 2020
*BOTH POSITIONS WILL WORK AT THE CLUB HOUSE & FENCED COMPOUND IN KELVIN GROVE PARK, BRACEBRIDGE BAY ON ECCELSTONE DR. IN DOWNTOWN BRACEBRIDGE.
SPRINT CANOE AND KAYAK COACH (evening programs)
The Muskoka Paddle Club (MPC) is accepting applications for the position of a sprint racing coach. Experience in war canoe, north canoe and marathon racing would be an asset. MPC is located in Kelvin Grove Park in downtown Bracebridge on the main branch of the Muskoka River. Start date is July 6, 2020 (or earlier) to August 29, 2020. Anticipated hours are expected to be from 12:30 pm to 8:30 pm daily, Monday to Friday. Additional hours will be available in May and June to recruit youth at elementary and high schools in Bracebridge. Rate of pay is negotiable based on experience.
Responsibilities
Teaching youth and adults safe boat handling ~ enjoy and be comfortable with a wide age range
On-water and on-land supervision and sprint racing instruction (kayak/canoe)
Demonstrating and teaching proper paddle techniques in both craft
Occasionally assist with boat and equipment sign out to members before the evening programs begin
Requirements
Community Coach Certification
ELCC Level 1 or 2 Coach with Canoe Kayak Stream preferred, or you are prepared to take it this spring (weekend course). ORCKA or other certification would be considered
Strong competitive paddling background
Ability to work with paddlers of all ages and abilities
CPR and First Aid certification
Pleasure Craft Operator Card
Vulnerable sector criminal record check
Minimum age 16 to maximum age 30 for staffing grant purposes. This would be the ideal position for an experienced sprint or marathon paddler who summers, or lives, in Muskoka.
Please forward your cover letter and resumé to Rick Mroz, muskokapaddleclub@gmail.com
Application deadline
April 30, 2020 or earlier
