Assistant Director, Camp Experience

Employment Terms: Full-Time, Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Join a dynamic and vibrant community where you're not just working, but are inspired to grow, create, and make a difference every step of the way! At Branksome Hall, a leading IB World School for girls in Toronto, you'll be surrounded by more than 900 bright students and 240 passionate colleagues, all in an atmosphere that thrives on innovation, collaboration and creativity. Each summer, Our core values — Sense of Community, Inclusiveness, Creativity, and Making a Difference — are firmly embedded in will ignite your passion, inspiring you to reach new professional heights.

Get ready to embark on a truly rewarding career where your impact will help shape a better, brighter future!

The Opportunity:

Reporting to the Director, Camps & Slingshot, the Assistant Director, Camp Experience plays a pivotal role in shaping and executing on the camp vision. In alignment with Branksome Camp’s mission and values, the Assistant Director collaborates closely with the Director and other stakeholders on key aspects of program planning, organization and execution, as well as the hiring, leadership and daily management of camp staff. This key member of our Senior Camps team will be front facing on engagement and collaboration with parents, staff and campers, to ensure an exceptional, quality camp experience.

Key Accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

• Camp Curriculum Planning and Development - collaborate with the Director, staff, internal and external partners to evaluate and enhance program curriculum;ensure alignment to annual objectives, maintain existing plans and lead new program development; work closely with Program Area Leads to ensure program success;, review key feedback data and identify areas of success, improvement, and opportunities for growth.

• Staff Support and Development - support the Director with staff recruitment including sourcing, interviewing, selection, and onboarding; lead the development and implementation of staff training; directly supervise the Program Area Leads and act as mentor for all staff; manage staff schedules and attendance, ensure staff adhere to all policies and procedures; oversee the staff feedback process and delivery of meaningful feedback, and lead staff appreciation initiatives, serve as a positive role model.

• Marketing - lead the planning, development, and execution of yearly marketing initiatives including events, website content, and social media campaigns; analyze marketing performance data and recommend strategic adjustments, collaborate with the Advancement and Community Engagement team as needed; supervise the Camp Photographer and Content Creator to ensure effective and strategic coverage of all programs for future marketing initiatives.

• Operational Support and Logistics - cultivate strong parent relationships through communication and visible presence in daily camp operations; partner with the Director to support risk management, strategic initiatives, and maintain industry accreditations; maintain incident reports, feedback forms, and parent communication to ensure data driven analysis and improvements; support the Director as needed with Slingshot Innovation Academy operation.

Candidate Profile:

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in education, recreation, social work or related field

• 4-6 years experience in a camp management role or in a setting similar in scope or responsibility (e.g. supervision or programming with children). Camp or other experience within a larger organization (independent school, YMCA etc) an asset.

• Current Standard First Aid/CPR certification; NL certification an asset

• Strong leadership skills developed through progressively responsible experience in a management role

• Experience/skills in various camp program areas (Arts, Sports, STEM, etc.)

• Training in behaviour management/emotional regulation/camper support a strong asset

• Working knowledge of Campbrain and Google suite an asset

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• High level of sound and independent judgment, reasoning, and discretion

• Ability to take charge, problem solve and motivate others

• Ability to work independently, as well as with a small and large team

• Ability to work with and lead a wide variety of ages and demographic groups

Why Join Branksome Hall:

Joining Branksome Hall will change your life. Along with highly collaborative, mission-driven colleagues and a stimulating environment, Branksome Hall offers the opportunity to:

• Earn a competitive salary and generous vacation, taxable lunch benefit, health & dental benefits and pension plans, including contributions to the Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan (OTPP) for eligible employees;

• Join a strong community with a commitment to students and to the growth and development of employees through ongoing professional development and mentorship;

• Opportunity for some hybrid work depending on the role.

• Engage with a network of internationally renowned industry experts, leaders and entrepreneurs;

• Access state-of-the-art facilities and resources to support wellness, such as the Athletics and Wellness Centre.

Target Hiring Range: $66,238 to $82,798

How to Apply:

Bring your vision, passion and creativity to Branksome Hall. Tell us about yourself and how you will make a difference in the lives of our campers by submitting your application to our careers page by November 23, 2026. The posting will remain active until the position is filled.

Please be advised that a closed AI system may be employed in our recruitment process to enhance efficiency and the review of all candidates. While this technology helps us assess qualifications, our team actively reviews outcomes to identify and address any potential assumptions or biases throughout the process.

Applications (resume and cover letter) can also be sent to:

Branksome Hall – Human Resources

10 Elm Avenue

Toronto, Ontario

M4W 1N4

Branksome Hall is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the position. Branksome Hall is strongly committed to diversity, equity and inclusion within its community and welcomes applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous/Aboriginal People of North America, persons with (dis)abilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas, and champion diversity in its broadest sense. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates engaging in all parts of the recruitment and selection process at Branksome Hall.

We thank all applicants in advance; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

To learn more about Branksome Hall, visit our website at: branksome.on.ca.