Lcs Summer Academy - Lakefield, Canada - Lakefield College School

Lakefield College School

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Lakefield, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

LCS Summer Academy is currently recruiting for a Head of Waterfront to join our team.

Organizational Overview:

Founded in 1879, Lakefield College School is a leader among Canada's independent boarding and day schools and prides itself on its reputation for providing a strong, caring community, a well-rounded program, and a transformational student experience on one of the largest waterfront campuses in the country.

Of our total student population of 425, we have 280+ students who live on campus, coming from over 45 countries.

LCS is a coeducational high school committed to its mission of challenging and enabling students to reach their individual potential in mind, body, and spirit.

With 144 years of outdoor education experience, LCS Summer Academy provides fun and challenging programs for campers ages 6 to 18.

Each program is full of opportunities to learn in and through the outdoors on our 315-acre waterfront campus.

We believe strongly in nurturing the development of the whole person by focusing on community-minded leadership, character education, and environmental sustainability.

Position Summary:

Responsibilities:

Waterfront protocol development implementation and oversight alongside Coordinator of Athletics & Waterfront
Personnel training and oversight as it relates to waterfront activities alongside Coordinator of Athletics & Waterfront
Waterfront equipment oversight, maintenance, and repair in consultation with Manager, Outdoors Every Day
Regular student interaction and instruction at the waterfront

Qualifications and Education:

Completed or in final year of postsecondary education, or equivalent experience
Waterfront National Lifeguard Certification (NLS)
Previous experience working as a lifeguard (NLS certified)
Previous waterfront management experience
Ontario Pleasure Craft Operator's License
Current Certification for Standard First Aid & CPR C/AED
Ability to work with and instruct children and youth (ages 618)
Personal qualities: campercentred, collaborative, caring, enthusiastic, solutionoriented, strong interpersonal skills, strong organizational and communication skills

Each of the following certifications would be considered an asset:

Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross, or NLS Instructor Certification
Mental Health First Aid
Second language proficiency, ESL experience

Dates and schedule of contract:

June 19 to September 1, 202
Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, as well as some weekend responsibilities

How to apply:

Please complete your profile and submit your resume and cover letter through the Careers Section of our website
on or before February 15, 2023.

Lakefield College School is an inclusive, caring community. We believe in the dignity and worth of all individuals. We embrace diversity and practice equity. We lead with empathy to create a sense of belonging for all. We are committed to equal employment opportunities for persons of all cultures, colours, ancestries, religions, sexes, national origins, sexual orientations, ages, marital statuses, disabilities, gender identities and veteran statuses._
We respectfully acknowledge that Lakefield College School is located on the Treaty 20 Michi Saagiig territory and in the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Nations, collectively known as the Williams Treaties First Nations, which include: Curve Lake, Hiawatha, Alderville, Scugog Island, Rama, Beausoleil, and Georgina Island First Nations._
Lakefield College School respectfully acknowledges that the Williams Treaties First Nations are the stewards and caretakers of these lands and waters in perpetuity and that they continue to maintain this responsibility to ensure their health and integrity for generations to come._