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Variety the Children''s Charity Ontario & Variety Village Job Posting Position Title: Head Instructor Reports to: Program Coordinator Job Type: Temporary Contract, Summer Hours: 35 hours per week Location: Variety Village, Scarborough ON Rate: $19.25-$19.75 per hour based on experience and qualifications Who we are: Located in southwestern Scarborough, Ontario, Variety Village is an inclusive, adaptive, and family friendly facility serving more than 30,000 individuals each year. Variety Village has had, and continues to have, a profound impact on the lives of people with disabilities and their families. Through adaptive sport and recreation programming, outreach and education, Variety promotes inclusion and healthy living through adapted physical activity. Summary: The Head Instructor leads the design, delivery, and supervision of integrated day camp programs at Variety Village. This role ensures high-quality, inclusive programming while mentoring and overseeing instructors and Junior Head staff. The Head Instructor supports campers with diverse abilities, implements behaviour strategies, manages group dynamics, coordinates emergency responses, and serves as a primary point of contact for families. This senior camp leadership role requires strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills to maintain a safe, engaging, and supportive environment for both campers and staff. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Create and implements lesson plans. Assist Camp Coordinator and Supervisors with instructor orientation. Oversee all instructors to ensure they are meeting their responsibilities. Conduct evaluations for all instructors throughout the summer. Support campers with diverse needs by applying behaviour strategies, adaptations, and inclusive practices. Lead a group through an activity in a way that is organized, fun, and keeps kids moving. Oversee and coordinate emergency situations. Provide excellent customer service for families and caregivers by building rapport and being able to comment on the child''s day. Maintain thorough knowledge of facility operations and program schedules to support staff and families. Attend weekly staff meetings to stay updated, discuss camper needs, share observations, and collaborate on planning and support strategies. Collaborate with Junior Head staff and support staff to ensure coverage and continuity when the Head Instructor is away (e.g., during breaks or absences). Assist Coordinator in mentoring and developing the skills of instructors. Coordinate with 1:1s to ensure understanding of the program, schedule, and important dates. Other duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational needs. Qualifications and Key Competencies: Previous experience in a Junior Head Instructor role or an equivalent leadership position in a camp, recreation, or youth leadership setting. Strong knowledge of disabilities and strategies to support participants and manage challenging behaviour. Experience in integrated programming and adapted sport/recreation. Knowledge of disability awareness, accessibility provisions, and use of adapted equipment. Valid certification in Standard First Aid with CPR-C. Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Demonstrated leadership abilities and experience supervising staff, co-op students, or volunteers. Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities is an asset. Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks. Dependable, reliable, and professional. Positive, proactive approach to work. Familiarity with facility operations and program schedules to effectively support staff, participants, and families. Interested applicants must complete an Application Form by January 23, 2026. Please note that selected applicants will be required to participate in a multi-step interview process. A criminal check will also be required. Application Form: Variety Village is committed to building an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity, values differences, and supports the full participation of all employees. We welcome applications from those who are passionate about contributing to a workplace culture where everyone feels valued and included. We welcome applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, 2S & LGBTQIA+ persons, and anyone who can add to the diversity of our team. We offer accommodation to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process, upon request. Vacancy and AI Disclosure: This position is a current, active vacancy. We are actively recruiting to fill this role. Variety Village does not use artificial intelligence (AI) in any part of our recruitment or hiring process. All applications, interviews, and notes are reviewed and conducted by our recruitment team. We thank all applicants in advance and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For more information visit