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Funding for this position is through the Canada Summer Jobs program. Candidates must meet all eligibility requirements of the grant program to be considered for employment. Please note that as per the grant requirements, international students are not eligible.
Position: Temporary Full-time Vacation Bible School Camp Director
Work Location: Erie Tri-County Catholic Family of Parishes, 51 Venison St West, Tillsonburg, ON
Commitment: For a maximum of 180 hours to end no later than August 29, 2026.
Compensation: $ 17.60 per hour. 4% vacation pay per hour worked.
Posting Date: April 29, 2026
Closing Date: May 13, 2026
Vacancy: This position is expected to start in early June.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Vacation Bible School (VBS) Camp Director leads the church’s children's outreach program. The VBS Camp Director is responsible for the planning, volunteer recruitment, budgeting, daily operations and overall management for the VBS Camp. The VBS Camp Director is also accountable for curriculum selection, facility scheduling, safety protocols. The VBS Camp Director is the primary organizer responsible for the creation and delivery of an engaging, fun, educational and evangelistic week long vacation bible school.
SUMMARY OF DUTIES:- Oversees the implementation of a Vacation Bible School curriculum that is appropriate and engaging for children between the ages of 4 - 12
- Coordinates and trains adult and youth volunteers
- Completes administrative tasks, including but not limited to: processing registrations, setting volunteer schedules, providing reports
- Maintains and works within a given budget
- Ensures the smooth operations for the daily routine of camp
- Effectively problem solves any difficulties as required
- Completes all assigned tasks in a timely and organized manner
- Ensures the ongoing safety of all participants
- Completes other duties of a similar nature as assigned and/or required
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:- Post secondary education (completed or in the process of) in religious studies
- Knowledge of the Roman Catholic Church and its teachings
- Prior experience working with children between the ages of 4-12
- Proven leadership and teamwork
- Professional communication skills – both oral and written
- Strong organizational and administrative skills
- Proficiency on MS Office and Windows 11 programs
- Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to multitask.
- Professional representative of the Diocese of London at all times with an understanding of and desire to support and promote the mission of the Diocese of London.
A police record check as deemed suitable by the Diocese of London will be required of the successful candidate.
Please note: All new staff are required to complete on-line mandatory training available in English or French. Basic computer and reading proficiency to successfully complete this education is required.
Please submit your resume along with a cover letter outlining your relevant experiences and skills to [email protected]. Reference the job title in the subject line of your email.
We thank all who apply to this position for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Diocese of London is an equal opportunity employer, and we value the importance of diversity and dignity in the workplace. In keeping with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, we are committed to providing suitable accommodation throughout the recruitment process. If you are contacted for an interview and require accommodation to participate in the recruitment and selection processes, please make your needs known at that time.