Science Camp Leader In Charge, Stay & Play

Temporary Part-Time

Position:         Science Camp Leader In Charge, Stay & Play 

Reports to:     Extracurricular Programs Manager, Science Camps                     

Science World is a mission-based, charitable organization that supports the development of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Design and Math) literacy across British Columbia. Our mission is to ignite wonder and empower dreams through science and nature and our purpose is Science for All.

Our Science for All strategy is to revitalize Science World with a substantial capital plan to replace critical infrastructure, enhance the visitor experience and develop new content across all our channels under the themes of Regeneration of the Planet, Human Health, and Inclusion. Our plan is to ensure that people throughout British Columbia, especially under-represented communities, have access to high quality, informal STEAM learning. Through our onsite, online and outreach programs, Science World seeks to spark curiosity and wonder in STEAM and support development of talent across communities in the province.

As part of our team, you will join a diverse community that acknowledges everyone’s unique talents and empowers people to do what is right for our visitors, our members, our volunteers and each other. You will work in an environment where we believe in developing our employees and growing their strengths, while focusing on our values: Curious, Playful, Inclusive, Relevant and Collaborative.

Position Description:

Our Science Camp programs run year-round for elementary school-aged students. Our new Stay & Play program runs after the Science Camp Day finishes. We deliver aftercare to campers and go on incredible adventures around Science World. As Camp In Charge (INCH), Stay & Play you will act in the operational role of camps supervisor to the Stay & Play Camp Leader team. In this position your energy sets the tone for the afternoon This duty will involve (but is not limited to) supporting with program delivery, supporting with camps logistics, responding to call-outs for behavior or emotional support of campers, supervising check-in and check-out, providing basic first aid to campers, Staff supervision and scheduling, parent communications and working closely with the Public Engagement team.

This role will also involve various administrative and operational duties that ensure the ongoing success and growth of the Science Camp and Stay & Play programs, including assisting with the supervision, support and evaluation of High-School aged volunteers as part of our Jr Camp Leader program. In the event of staff sickness or absence where other cover is not available, you may be required to fill in as a camp leader as per the operational needs of the camp.

As a facility, Science World is generally open to the public seven days a week, with some extended evening hours in the summer months. Typical office hours are Monday to Friday 8:00am – 5:30pm, with front-facing and operational teams also working a variety of shifts including weekends, holidays and evenings. Hours of work and other related requirements will be scheduled according to business needs, and this may include special events on evenings, weekends and holidays.

Important Availability Commitment:

Availability requirements vary based on seasons of camp. Winter Camps are 4 days long and run Monday to Thursday. Stay & Play runs after camp Monday to Wednesday. Camp Leader In Charge, Stay & Play shifts start at 2:00pm and finish at 5:30pm each day. Science Camps operate seasonally during school vacations, summer, spring and winter.

Winter Season     December 21-23, and December 28-30, 2026 

Camps do not take place during statutory holidays. 
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Learn a series of themed workshops and activities. Contribute your own style and ideas to enhance existing programming
• Assist in supporting and training of a team of Camp Leaders
• Operational camp duties, such as scheduling staff, coordinating meetings, and organizing/ordering supplies
• Communications with caregivers, including phone calls, emails and texts as appropriate
• Providing First Aid to campers (Level 2 – training will be provided) 
• Assist with emotional and behavioural support of campers as the first line of escalation to support the camp leaders in smooth classroom management and program delivery
• Assist with the set-up and take-down of lab spaces for program delivery 
• Ensure the safety of the campers by enforcing safety rules and regulations
• Modelling and adhering to the policies in our Communicable Disease Prevention Plan
• Responsibly manage camper data and ensure data compliance across camp groups.
• Support with registration enquiries and In-Person registration issues through our camp platform
• Support with operations and logistics of the Jr Camp Leader Program including onboarding
• Operate within the philosophy, culture and values of Science World
• Perform other related duties as required to fulfill any changing business needs of this role

Qualifications:

• Must enjoy working exclusively with children for prolonged time periods
• Proven ability to work with learners of various ages and ability levels, particularly students in grades K-7  
• Previous experience supporting children with neurodivergence (e.g. Autism or ADHD) 
• Preference for staff with strong customer service skills
• Individuals must have a keen interest in and good understanding of science
• Strong communication, leadership and teamwork skills are essential
• Must be responsible, reliable, self-motivated and organized 
• Previous experience working at Science World, Camp Leader or other INCH experience would be beneficial
• Previous experience delivering programming or workshops 
• Possession of a First Aid certificate required or will need to be obtained upon hiring   
• Satisfactory completion of a Vulnerable Sector Check will be required  
• Must be able to lift at least 12kgs   

This is a unionized position represented by CUPE 1004. The compensation rate is $24.81/hour.

After successfully completing probation, will be eligible to join the Voluntary RRSP/TFSA Plan and receive paid time off (sick, wellness days).

Do you feel you have not met every requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification in the job posting.

Science World is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment so we strongly encourage you to apply even if you do not believe you meet every single qualification outlined, as you may have transferable skills that would be an asset to our team. 

Please apply by Tuesday, November 3, 2026 

Please upload a cover letter and a copy of your resume as part of your application

- All offers are subject to satisfactory completion of reference and Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector Search –

We would like to thank all candidates. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.