Application Deadline: January 25, 2026
Harbourfront Centre is a leading cultural institution in Toronto, celebrated for its vibrant arts, culture, community and recreational programs. As a not-for-profit organization, we are committed to enriching the lives of diverse communities through creativity, innovation, connection and excellence. Currently, exciting seasonal employment opportunities exist in Harbourfront Centre Camps, one of Toronto’s largest, most diverse and creative day camps!
We are seeking a passionate, creative, and skilled Visual Arts Specialist, Camps to lead engaging, high-quality art workshops for campers. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in a variety of artistic mediums, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to fostering a safe, inclusive, and inspiring environment. This role is an exciting opportunity to share a love of visual arts, support campers in their creative exploration, and collaborate with camp staff to deliver an exceptional summer camp experience.
Position Title: Visual Arts Specialist, Camps
Department: Education, Camps
Number of Vacancies: 1
Type of Employment: Seasonal contract, from early May to end of August 2026
Hours Of Work: 10-25 hours per week, based on need and program registration
Rate of Pay: $26.25 per hour
Work Location: On-site at our waterfront campus in Toronto
Duties
- Plan, prepare and deliver visual arts programming in designated camps.
- Manage supplies by tracking inventory and communicating needs to the Assistant Manager, Camps.
- Teach a variety of visual arts workshops to a diverse range of campers (ages 4-15).
- Prepare, monitor and reset camp spaces for each visual arts session.
- Monitor camper progress, provide assistance and encouragement, and pace workshops to meet camper needs and abilities, ensuring inclusion of all campers remains a priority.
- Engage and collaborate with camp staff, including Supervisors, Program Leads, Counsellors, and Co-op Students.
- Collaborate with Program Leads on programming.
- Perform other duties of a similar nature as assigned to deliver a meaningful and enjoyable camp experience.
Requirements
- Relevant experience leading programming/workshops for children and youth (4-15) of all abilities, with the capacity to create enriching and inclusive workshops that prioritize safety, participation, and creative expression.
- Demonstrated independence in managing all aspects of programming, including setup, cleanup, and supply management.
- Skilled at motivating and engaging campers throughout workshops.
- Brings a positive attitude and enthusiasm to each day.
- Strong organizational skills to manage setup, cleanup, timing, and required materials.
- Proficiency in leading workshops in a variety of art mediums (drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, textile arts, clay, etc.).
- A passion for the arts and a commitment to artistic exploration through personal practice is valued.
- Training in education and/or child development (B.Ed., E.C.E, artists in the community or equivalent) is an asset.
- Post-secondary education or training in the arts (B.F.A., diploma or equivalent) is an asset.
- As a condition of employment, a Criminal Background Check (with Vulnerable Sector Check) is required of the successful candidate. The cost of this screening is to be covered by the incumbent.
- Must be legally eligible to work in Canada for the duration of the seasonal contract.
- This role is based in Toronto. The candidate must be able to work on site at our lakeside campus
Our Values
At Harbourfront Centre, our values—Open, Brave, Rigorous, and Kind—reflect our commitment to inclusivity, imaginative risk-taking, excellence, and respect, ensuring enriching experiences for all.
How To Apply
Harbourfront Centre’s Camps team is dedicated to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are passionate about supporting participants of all ages and abilities in their growth and development. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, regardless of race, ancestry, ethnic origin, place of origin, color, age, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, creed, citizenship, or disability. We are committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and invite applicants to request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.
We invite qualified applicants to submit their cover letter and resume through the Harbourfront Centre Camps Recruitment Portal at https://harbourfrontcentre.campbrainstaff.com/ by January 25, 2026. You will be asked to create a profile and proceed to the application selection page.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.