Are you a passionate nature enthusiast who loves working with kids? Wildsight Kimberley Cranbrook is looking to hire a Nature Day Camp Leader to work at our Camp Odyssey day camp that runs in Kimberley and Cranbrook.
Applicants should have extensive experience working with children and youth aged 5-12, experience working outdoors with environmental programming, and be available up to 7 weeks from June 22 through August 31, 2026. There is also a possibility of extension into fall for the right candidate.
This position is open until filled. Read on to learn more about this opportunity.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Nature Day Camp Leader will become part of the Wildsight Kimberley Cranbrook team as a contractor, working under the supervision of the Education Coordinator. The successful candidate will plan and lead each week’s varied activities with an environmental education focus, while ensuring a safe and responsible nature experience for all campers. More specifically they will:
- Plan weekly activities focused on environmental education, outdoor games and hiking.
- Be the lead instructor in the field.
- Supervise children aged 5-12 in varied outdoor locations, including the Kimberley Nature Park and Cranbrook Community Forest.
- Be aware of and uphold all Wildsight Kimberley Cranbrook and Camp Odyssey safety protocols.
- Attend training with the Education Coordinator.
- Assist in evaluating and reporting of camp activities.
- Maintain program equipment in good working condition.
- Supervise the Camp Assistant.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working with children and youth aged 5-12.
- Experience delivering outdoor/environmental programming.
- Comfortable leading groups in natural forested areas.
- Physically able to hike 6-10km carrying a load and/or pulling a wagon.
- Physically able to visually and audibly identify and respond to environmental hazards.
- First Aid/CPR certified or commitment to certify.
- Provide a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check.
- Possession of a valid Driver’s License and access to a vehicle.
- Able to work for the duration of the contract.
This is a contract position for 35 hrs per week for up to 7 weeks from June 22 through August 31, 2026 starting at an hourly rate of $26 per hour. Note there is a possibility of extension into the fall nature programs for the right candidate.
TO APPLY
Email a cover letter and resume to kimcran@wildsight.ca; applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Only successful applicants will be contacted.
About Wildsight Kimberley Cranbrook
Wildsight Kimberley/Cranbrook empowers environmentally responsible citizenry and strives to support a conscious local economy. We aim to provide consistent and ongoing leadership by engaging and listening to the concerns of the community, then responding with care, insight and innovation.
Check out the Camp Odyssey program here!