Seasonal, Monday June 22, 2026 – Thursday August 20, 2026

Compensation: $650 Weekly

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Appleby College’s Summer Boarding Programs welcome participants from around the world, representing diverse languages and backgrounds. Participants attend Appleby to improve their English language skills and to experience Canadian culture.

The Summer Boarding Program mirrors the Appleby College student experience, offering participants a glimpse of life as an Appleby student. Participants live in boarding, attend class, and take part in extracurricular activities and off-campus excursions. For more information, please visit: https://www.appleby.on.ca/boarding

The Evening Program Assistant, Summer Boarding Programs is responsible for the supervision, well-being, and safety of participants after the main program day, and into nighttime routines. Reporting to the Program Director, Summer Boarding Programs, this position supports the Summer Boarding Program’s mission to create an exceptional on-campus living experience.

This position is not an overnight role and is scheduled Monday to Thursday, with two Friday shifts during the contract period. Overnight stay on campus is required during the outlined training week.

WHAT MAKES THIS JOB AWESOME

• Actively supervise and lead participants during on-campus activities and scheduled leisure time.
• Establish strong communication with participants by being visible, approachable, and available to answer questions, provide guidance, mediate disputes, and maintain community standards.
• Facilitate and participate in meaningful recreation programming during evening activity periods.
• Assist with set-up and tear-down of all events and activities.
• Collaborate with Boarding Staff,  Assistant Program Director, Program Director, and the Assistant Director, Ancillary Boarding Programs to maintain open communication and a positive residence culture.
• Participate in daily check-ins with the Program Director prior to each shift.
• Support one off-campus excursions..
• Follow all summer program policies and procedures, including Appleby’s Mutual Respect Policy.
• Capture photos and videos of participants when members of the Communications Team are unavailable.

YOU WILL BE A GREAT FIT IF YOU:

• Are enrolled in post-secondary education.
• Have previous work or volunteer experience in boarding, recreation, or camps (an asset).

•Hold Bronze Cross and/or NLS lifeguarding certification (a strong asset).
• Can communicate effectively in a second or multiple languages (an asset).
• Are energetic, adaptable, and skilled at running group activities.
• Respond calmly and effectively in emergencies.
• Are reliable, professional, team-oriented, and creative.
• Hold valid Standard First Aid and CPR – C certification.
• Are open to occasional overtime.

WHAT WE OFFER TO MAKE THIS JOB AMAZING

• Competitive compensation for the industry.
• A welcoming, inclusive environment.
• Access to Appleby’s state-of-the-art fitness facility (including spin, yoga, and HIIT studios).

All meals provided to staff during contract hours
• Opportunities to network within the Appleby community.
• A beautiful campus and natural surroundings on the shore of Lake Ontario.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Training & Orientation: Overnight Stay required
  • June 22–24, 2026
• Program Session Dates & Hours
  • Monday–Thursday: 3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
  • Friday, July 24, 2026 – 3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
  • Friday, July 31, 2026 – 3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.

HOW TO APPLY

If you or someone you know wants to learn and grow this summer, please apply online by  Friday February 13, 2026.

Your application matters to us, and we will review it carefully. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

As a condition of employment, a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening is required.

We are committed to embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion principles as a foundational part of Appleby’s culture, and to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills — making us better together.

DO YOU NEED AN ACCOMMODATION?

Appleby College is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.

Revision Date: October 2025

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