Spend your fall outside, leading students through low ropes, games, and team challenges.
Green Acres Outdoor Education Centre is hiring 4 to 6 seasonal instructors for Fall 2026. If you are taking a gap year, studying education or recreation, or simply want real experience leading groups of young people, this is a strong fit.
You will spend your days outdoors with school groups in Grades 3 to 12, leading:
- Low ropes and hands on challenge elements
- Cooperative games that get a whole class working together
- Team building programs built around problem solving and communication
What we are looking for
Leaders. You will have a full class in front of you, so we want people who can hold a group's attention, keep the energy up, and stay calm when a plan needs to change. Previous experience with elementary or secondary students is an asset. Preference given to Teacher's College, Education, Kinesiology, Outdoor Recreation, or ECE students and graduates.
Position details
- Employment dates: September 4 to October 9, 2026, Monday to Friday, dependent on school bookings
- Paid training: Wednesday, September 2 and Tuesday, September 8, 10am to 2pm. Attendance is mandatory.
- Hours: Approximately 8:30am to 2:00pm. Full week availability preferred, individual day availability will be considered.
- Pay: $20.00 per hour, including paid training
- Location: 11123 Kennedy Road, north Markham
- Transportation: You must be able to drive yourself or arrange a ride each day. There is no public transit to our location and no camp buses are available.
Why it is worth your fall
- Paid training and real reps in group management, behaviour guidance, and program delivery, which are exactly what Teacher's College interviews and hiring principals ask you about
- A reference from a director who has actually watched you run a class
- Six weeks outside instead of six weeks behind a desk
To apply
Apply through Indeed with your resume and your availability for the September 4 to October 9 period. Please note any days you are unavailable.
Job Types: Fixed term contract, Seasonal
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Markham, ON L6C 1P2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Are you able to provide your own transportation to and from the camp location at 11123 Kennedy Road in Markham? There is no public transportation available.
Work Location: In person
