Summer Camp Jobs in Ontario at Sparrow Lake Camp
Sparrow Lake Camp is a smaller camp with about 50 staff and 120 campers. For our staff, that means a family atmosphere, and being able to get to know people more easily. For our campers, it means making close connections with staff who have a lasting impact on their lives.
While many staff return to Sparrow year after year, we are always on the lookout for new friends and folks who want to make a positive impact on the lives of our campers. Some of the summer jobs we have available each year are:
Counsellors
The friend-makers of camp. Counsellors work with kids to create connections, make rainy days sunny, laugh a lot, and make sure everyone stays happy and safe. Part fun uncle or aunt, part mentor, part shoulder to lean on, being a Cabin Counsellor is one of the most rewarding summer jobs available.
Most Counsellors also spend time as activity instructors during the day. So they get to know many of the campers in Sparrow Lake’s family atmosphere.
Activity Instructors
Activity Instructor - The fun-makers at camp. From the top of the Adventure Zone ropes course, to the waterfront, and creative spaces, our Instructors share their passion for each activity with our campers in a fun and engaging manner every summer.
Depending on the role, some instructors require special certifications to teach certain activities. All waterfront staff must have up to date lifesaving certifications (LSS Bronze Cross or above)
Administrative Staff
The camp-makers. Our Admin team, and Leadership Staff are working away making camp happen. Whether they’re organizing busses, creating activity schedules for campers, delivering the mail, or on a town-run for more water-balloons, these people do it all for the rest of the staff and campers.
Kitchen Staff
You guessed it - these fine folks make the amazing food we get to eat each day! While every member of the camp team is vital to our success, the people who work in our kitchen each summer keep everyone on their feet. With 3 meals and 2 snacks each day, the kitchen is a busy place during the summer!
Site Maintenance Staff
With many of our historic buildings nearing 100 years old, there’s always something that needs doing to keep one of the world’s oldest summer camps running and in good repair. Our Maintenance staff take pride in being the stewards of a rich history of camping in Ontario, and bring skills and an eagerness to learn to this proud team.
Medical Staff
Our healers, surrogate parents, and healthy-living guides! The nursing staff at Sparrow Lake Camp is always there to support our campers and staff when they need it. Each summer, we hire one nurse per session, and oftentimes our nurses will volunteer their time in exchange for camp scholarships for their own kids. It a great way to get out of the city in the summer, and experience the fun, sun, and happiness of camp!
