The Pumphouse Theatre is now accepting applications for four (4) full-time Camp Leader positions for our annual Summer Drama Day Camp.
Drama camp activities include the exploration of acting, improvisation, creative movement, voice, sound, storytelling, and playwriting. The goal of the program is to develop the social interaction and life skills of the young participants through the creative utilization of theatrical techniques. The Camp Leaders also facilitate their participants in developing a final presentation, which is performed for friends and family on the final day of camp. Pumphouse Theatre believes in drama education that encourages creativity, freedom, and a healthy sense of play in our youth.
The Camp Leaders will work under the guidance of the Programming Director to assist in program development and be responsible for the overall execution and creation of the curriculum. Camp Leaders will also work closely with the Camp Coordinator, and Pumphouse administrative and support staff.
The successful applicants will:
• Possess the ability to supervise and instruct young people between the ages of 7 – 14 and have had previous experience in this area.
• Have a solid understanding of the creative theatre process and have experience and/or education in this area
• Have had at least one term or semester of a Drama/Theatre class and/or Education class
• Display strong communicative and interpersonal skills
• Be committed to the creative development and the theatrical education of the participants
• Experience with working with people with ESL and people with Disabilities is an asset
• Some experience with the creative use/construction of props, costumes and sets is an asset.
• Know how to have fun!
Pumphouse Theatre is committed to building a culturally diverse environment and encourages applicants from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.
The time commitment is approximately 40 hours per week, for ten weeks, beginning June 22 and continuing through August 28, 2026 (Monday to Friday). Compensation will range from $18-$22 based on experience. For camp descriptions, please visit the Class & Camps section of our website at www.pumphousetheatre.ca.
Please respond with a cover letter and resume to Troy Couillard, Programming Coordinator, by mail or e-mail by May 1st, 2026. No phone calls, please. Suitable candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Please note that this job may be receiving Canada Summer Jobs funding which would come with additional hiring criteria. For more information, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Thank you in advance to all applicants. We look forward to meeting with you!
Troy Couillard
Facilities & Programming Coordinator
Pumphouse Theatre
2140 Pumphouse Avenue SW T3C 3P5
[email protected]
