Student Programmer, Museum (Seasonal)
Division: Culture & Events
Wage rate: $18.90 per hour (2025 Rate)
Hours of Work: Normal hours of work are thirty-five (35) hours per week, usually Monday through Friday; normal shifts are seven (7) hours plus a one (1) hour unpaid meal break.
Work Period: May to August 2026
Vacancy Status: Two (2) existing vacancies
Location: on-site
A career at the Town of Collingwood is more than a job; it's a pathway to thrive. Here, you'll be part of a leading-edge team working together to provide excellent services, progressive and accountable decision-making, collaboration and advocacy based on our values of leadership, integrity, respect, excellence, and financial stewardship.
If this resonates with you and you're passionate about creating meaningful community impact, then read on!
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Museum Supervisor, the Student Programmer, Museum provides care, supervision and program facilitation of summer programs with a historic focus for children ages 6 to 12. The position develops, promotes, and implements crafts, games, storytelling, and travels to other sites through effective leadership and programming, enabling children to develop skills, learn, socialize, and build self-esteem.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Enrolled in a post-secondary Early Childhood Education, Teachers program or related discipline.
- Six (6) months of related experience in a day camp setting. Participating in leadership programs or related experiences considered an asset.
- Demonstrated ability to work with children ages 6 to 12. Experience with historical research and craft-based activities considered an asset.
- Ability to observe/assess participant behaviours, enforce safety regulations and emergency procedures and apply appropriate behaviour-management techniques.
- Good administrative, communication, interpersonal, organizational, time management, and public relations skills, together with the ability to use tact and discretion and to deal courteously and effectively with the public and fellow staff members.
- Ability to multi-task, cope with interruptions and work under pressure to meet multiple deadlines, exercise discretion and good judgment particularly when handling highly confidential/sensitive information. Possess initiative and integrity.
- Working knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office applications and office equipment.
- Physically capable of participating in programs and wearing the applicable personal protective equipment.
- Valid Class “G” driver’s license and ability and willingness to travel within the community as required.
- Possess a current Vulnerable Sector Check (Level 2) with results satisfactory to the employer, and a valid standard first aid & CPR/AED Level C certification.
If building a stronger, more connected community inspires you, we want to hear from you! Please submit your cover letter and resume in Word or PDF format to jobs@collingwood.ca, with the subject line, “Student Programmer, Museum Job # 2026-03” to ensure it is reviewed promptly.
In the event you require an alternate method of submitting your application, please contact the Customer Service team by calling 705-445-1030. For more information on this position, please review the attached job description below.
We thank all applicants for showing interest in joining our team. Please note only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly. We look forward to your application!
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As an equal opportunity employer, The Town of Collingwood abides by all current legislation relating to individuals’ rights to employment under the Human Rights Code and Accessibility Standards.
The Town of Collingwood is committed to making our interview process fully accessible to people of all abilities. Accommodation will be provided upon request, to support candidates’ participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. If you are selected for an interview, please let us know if you require accessibility accommodation.