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Location: Port Carling, MuskokaSchedule: Every Sunday, June 29 August 24, 2025Hours: 7:00 AM 3:00 PM (August 3: extended to 11:00 PM)Pay: $28/hour (includes paid training on June 29)Application Deadline: RollingAbout Sunday HouseEvery Sunday this summer, our familys lakeside home in Port Carling becomes something more. It becomes Sunday House.Each Sunday morning from June 29 to August 24, begins with a ritual. We hang an orange towel over the railing at 8:00 AM. Its our quiet signal to friends, neighbors, and guests that the house is open, the espresso machine is on, and the day has begun. That towel is a symbol of warmth, welcome, and a certain kind of Muskoka magic, the kind you dont find just anywhere.Sunday House is our way of creating an intentional summer community. We host a morning of swimming, paddling, and play, followed by an afternoon of shared food and connection. The experience is designed with care and fueled by unreasonable hospitality: knowing names, remembering the little things, and making guests feel truly at home.About the RoleWere hiring a small team of Recreational Program Associates to anchor our Sunday programming. Youll rotate through roles; including lifeguarding, teaching swimming, leading paddling sessions, coordinating outdoor games, and supporting overall guest experience.This isnt your average waterfront job. Youll be helping kids learn to swim, guiding canoes with nervous beginners, remembering families by name, and offering sunscreen before being asked. Youll play a key part in making Sunday House feel safe, warm, and unforgettable.Responsibilities:Rotate duties with fellow associates each Sunday (lifeguarding, swim instruction, paddling, games, guest support)Lead individual and small-group swim lessons for children aged 116Supervise waterfront activity zones, ensuring open-water safetyInstruct guests in basic canoeing and kayaking, with a focus on beginner comfort and safetyFacilitate dryland games and creative activities for kids and familiesSupport hospitality efforts: welcoming guests, assisting with lunch, helping with setup or transitionsParticipate in paid training/setup day on Sunday, June 29Work extended hours on Sunday, August 3 for a signature midsummer event (7:00 AM 11:00 PM)Required QualificationsNational Lifeguard Certification (Canada)Experience canoeing and kayakingDemonstrated experience working with children in aquatic or recreational settingsConfidence in open-water environments (lake setting)Friendly, proactive presence and strong communication skillsHave local accommodation and reliable transportation to and from Sunday House (Port Carling) each weekPreferred / Asset QualificationsSwim Instructor CertificationPleasure Craft Operator Card (motor boat license)Smart Serve certificationExperience teaching yoga or other structured movement/creative activities to children or adultsPrior experience in camp, community, or hospitality environmentsLogisticsLocation: #14-1211 Foreman Road, Port Carling, OntarioWeekly Shift Start: 7:00 AM sharp for team setupTeam Breakfast: 7:30 AM lakeside each Sunday (before guests arrive)Breaks: One 30-minute unpaid break per regular Sunday; two 30-minute breaks on August 3Training Day: Sunday, June 29 (paid)Extended Day: Sunday, August 3 (7:00 AM 11:00 PM)What Makes This Role SpecialAt Sunday House, we believe small touches make a big difference. Whether its hanging the orange towel to start the day, remembering which kids are nervous in the water, or offering a warm welcome to a new familyyoull help create a space where everyone feels seen and cared for.You wont be alone. Youll be part of a thoughtful, joyful team that shares responsibilities and values presence, initiative, and hospitality in everything we do.This role is ideal for someone who wants to spend their summer by the lake doing meaningful work with real people in a one-of-a-kind setting.How to ApplyBefore applying, please take time to explore what makes Sunday House special:Start by reading the information at SundayHouse.caFor bonus points, check out the book Unreasonable Hospitality and its core principles, its at the heart of everything we do.Once youve decided this role is for you, send an email to . Think of this email as your first act of hospitality, a chance to show us you understand what it means to pay attention to the details.In your message, please include:Which role youre applying forWho you areWhat certifications and experience you bringWhy this role speaks to youOne idea for something you could do to make Sunday House extra special for a guestWe cant wait to hear from you.