Work at the Humber Arboretum Nature Camps
Are you looking for a position where you can have a positive impact on kids? Do you believe in the importance of nature connection? If the idea of spending your summer leading kids in outdoor adventures brings a smile to your face, working as Nature Camp Leader at the Humber Arboretum might be the perfect role for you!
About Nature Camp at the Humber Arboretum
The Humber Arboretum is a roughly 100 hectare public garden and conservation area connected to the Humber Polytechnic North Campus in Toronto.
Throughout July and August, the Arboretum runs Nature Day Camps that offer a fun, hands-on, nature-connection experience for ages 5 to 14. The camps are accredited by the Ontario Camps Association. Camp activities are based around weekly themes and supported by the year-round nature education staff from the Humber Arboretum.
There are a variety of summer employment opportunities available every year for enthusiastic individuals who are excited about nature and working with young people.
Status: Applications are now closed for 2025 Summer Camp Leaders
Applicants will be hearing back shortly
Benefits of Working at Nature Camp
Along with spending part of your summer helping kids have a positive experience connecting to nature, you will also
- Get to know your fellow camp leaders as you work as a team
- Learn more about the plants, animals, and ecosystems of Toronto
- Develop your leadership skills
- Enjoy free pizza on Fridays!
Nature Camp Leader
General Details
Employment Term: June 23, 2025 to August 29, 2025
Job Location: Humber Arboretum – Humber Polytechnic North Campus (205 Humber College Blvd)
Pay Rate: Starting at $17.20 per hour for up to 40 hours per week (8:00 am to 4:30 pm)
Application Deadline: February 28, 2025
Job Description
Nature camp is an amazing place to be. There are always places to explore and wonders to discover. Camp Leaders help and guide campers in their nature connection journey. Leaders will be assigned a specific group of campers each week, or will be assigned as a floater. Leaders will be involved in all aspects of camp activities, including prep, cleanup, facilitating, and supervising. There may be additional tasks or duties assigned throughout the camp week. Leaders provide first aid for campers and report any injuries or incidents to parents. You will also have the opportunity to meet people your own age and learn about nature all summer long.
Required Qualifications/Skills/Experience
- Have an enthusiasm for the natural world and be comfortable in working outdoors for extended periods of time
- Be enthusiastic/interested in working with children ages 5 to 12; previous (camp) experience an asset.
- Be able to think on the go; improvise, plan, and handle both planned and unplanned events and reactions; enter into positive interactions and use positive approaches to situations and campers
- Be able to take direction and efficiently and effectively complete duties, responsibilities, and additional assigned tasks
- Able to calmly, professionally, and empathetically conduct oneself in difficult situations with campers, parents, and/or coworkers
- Be punctual and reliable
- Be comfortable around water
- Have a clear criminal record check provided before camp begins
- Have a current certificate in Standard First Aid and CPR Level C before the start of camp
- Must be Canada Summer Jobs-eligible students (age 16 to 30 at time of hiring) or Humber Polytechnic/University of Guelph-Humber Work-Study Eligible
- Be fully available for June training sessions (June 23 to June 27, weekdays only)
- Be able to commit to 35 to 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday during the months of July and August
To Apply
Applicants will need to create an account to apply through CampBrain.
This applies to both new and returning applicants.
Applications are now closed.
For Humber Polytechnic/University of Guelph-Humber students, a Work Study Approval form can be uploaded to your application.
All positions are contingent on the condition that a clear Criminal Police Record Check and Standard First Aid (w/CPR C) certificate are provided to the Humber Arboretum before your start date.
Nature Camp Health Care Assistant
General Details
Employment Term: June 23, 2025 to August 29, 2025
Job Location: Humber Arboretum – Humber Polytechnic North Campus (205 Humber College Blvd)
Pay Rate: Starting at $17.20 per hour for up to 40 hours per week (8:00 am to 4:30 pm)
Application Deadline: February 28, 2025
Job Description
Camp Health Care Assistants are responsible for tracking and recording all incidents related to camper health and safety during camp sessions. Responsibilities are including but not limited to:
- Providing First Aid to ill or injured campers
- Ensuring incident reports are filled out for any camper injury or illness
- Assessing all camp programs for health and safety risk and proposing possible risk mitigation strategies
- Connecting with parents about camper injuries or illness when they occur
- Assisting Camp Coordinator in reviewing and presenting all health and safety related information during camp training
- Support camp programming, which could include set-up and materials prep, assisting in the facilitation of activities, and supervising campers during lunch break
Required Qualifications/Skills/Experience
- Post-Secondary Education related to Health care is mandatory
- Mental Health First Aid considered an asset
- Have an enthusiasm for the natural world and be comfortable working outdoors for extended periods of time
- Be enthusiastic/interested in working with children ages 5 to 12; previous (camp) experience an asset
- Be able to think on their feet; improvise, plan, and handle both planned and unplanned events and reactions; enter into positive interactions and use positive approaches to situations/campers
- Be able to take direction and efficiently, effectively complete duties, responsibilities, and additional assigned tasks
- Able to calmly, professionally, and empathetically conduct oneself in difficult situations with campers, parents, and/or coworkers
- Be comfortable around water
- Have a clear police record check
- Have a current certificate in Standard First Aid and CPR Level C
- Must be Canada Summer Jobs-eligible students (age 16 to 30 at time of hiring) or Humber Polytechnic/University of Guelph-Humber Work-Study Eligible
- Be fully available for June training sessions (June 23 to June 27, weekdays only)
- Be able to commit to 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday during the months of July and August
To Apply
Applicants will need to create an account to apply through CampBrain.
This applies to both new and returning applicants.
Applications are now closed.
For Humber Polytechnic/University of Guelph-Humber students, a Work Study Approval form can be uploaded to your application.
All positions are contingent on the condition that a clear Criminal Police Record Check and Standard First Aid (w/CPR C) certificate are provided to the Humber Arboretum before your start date.
Tips for Applicants
Before an interview or even before submitting your application, take some time to:
- Read about the weekly Nature Camp themes and the Junior Naturalist Camp themes for the coming year
- Watch the Nature Camp video playlist and Junior Naturalist Camp video on YouTube
- Get to know the Humber Arboretum grounds by visiting on your own or by attending a free event
- If you are a current student at Humber Polytechnic or the University of Guelph-Humber, apply for your summer work-study approval in advance so you can state your status in your application or interview
More Opportunities
If you don't think summer camp is right for you, students of Humber Polytechnic and University of Guelph-Humber may also be interested in applying for employment as a work-study Student Gardener during the summer or in volunteering as a Humber Arboretum Ambassador throughout the school year. Learn about all of the opportunities for students at the Humber Arboretum.
