Summer Student

School District 72 operates throughout a large geographic area. Campbell River and Quadra Island schools and our school board office are located on the traditional territory of the Liǧʷiɫdaxʷ people. School District 72 also encompasses the traditional territory of the Klahoose (Cortes), K'ómoks (Sayward), and χʷɛmaɬkʷu (Bute Inlet) First Nations.

SUPPORT STAFF

Position:  Summer Student ( 4-6 positions available)

Posting Number: SY2627-RA-002

Term of Employment:  Temporary: July 6, 2026 – August 14, 2026 

Hours/Day/FTE:  6.00 Hours/day

Wage/Salary:  $22.00/Hour

Deadline to Apply:  4:00 PM on June 17, 2026

Join Our Team

School District 72 is looking for Summer Students to support a Specialized Summer Program, Summerside Express. to join our team of professionals who strive to bring the district's childcare philosophy to life. Summerside Express is a specialized summer program designed for neurodiverse children and youth.

School District 72 (Campbell River) is located on the east coast of central Vancouver Island, extending north to Sayward and south to Oyster River. The district also includes the outer islands of Read, Cortes, and Quadra. The district out-of-school care program has 144 childcare spaces between six locations. We provide childcare for children in kindergarten and up to grade five.

The district respects and values the relationships with all First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples who reside in these territories. It is with respectful consideration that the programs and services provided to students and staff acknowledge their histories, cultural contributions, and contemporary concerns.

About the Role

Specific Responsibilities

• Implement activities for summer in accordance with daily schedules and program objectives.
• Guide and assist participants in daily activities while fostering and encouraging positive social interactions among participants.
• Establish positive relationships with participants, staff, community partners, families.
• Ensure all accidents/incidents are recorded and reported in a timely manner.
• Ensure confidentiality of privileged information.
• Adhere to policies and procedures, including safety requirements and emergency preparedness.
• Reenforce reasonable behaviour expectations consistent with program objectives.
• May prepare or facilitate snack time for the participants.
• Assist in general housekeeping requirements.
• Understand and act in accordance with relevant policies and procedures from the School District, Ministry of Education, and WorkSafeBC.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Bring your Expertise

• Completion of grade 12 diploma and currently enrolled in post secondary program (or recent graduate).
• Responsible Adult Course would be considered an asset.
• A valid Emergency First Aid–Community Care certificate is an asset.

Contribute to Our Success

The Campbell River School District proudly developed a strategic plan for 2024-2028 that prioritized the following:

• Honour Indigenous World Views and Perspectives
• Student-Centred Learning Environments
• Evolving for Tomorrow

The following commitments are essential to all positions within the Campbell River School District:

• Commitment and adherence to workplace policies, procedures & practices.
• Commitment to standards of conduct, including behaving in a manner that is: respectful, professional, team-oriented, collegial, collaborative, ethical, honest, and trustworthy.
• Commitment to understand and implement the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action and the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act.

Join Our Community

Campbell River is a scenic, oceanfront community framed by extensive waterfront, west coast forests and snow-capped mountains. The area is renowned for its natural beauty and recreational opportunities such as skiing, kayaking, fishing, mountain biking, hiking, golf, and endless opportunities to experience nature. The moderate climate allows residents to participate in numerous outdoor activities on a year-round basis.

Employment Equity

We value diversity of people to best represent the students and communities we serve as an equitable and inclusive employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, demographics and life experiences.

School District 72 is also committed to creating and maintaining an accessible work environment for all members of its workforce. Within this hiring process we will make efforts to create an accessible process for all applicants (including but not limited to people with disabilities). Confidential accommodation is available on request.

How to Apply

Please submit applications through the School District 72 Job Connect Portal . We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to complete a criminal record check.

Please ensure your application includes a cover letter stating the posting number, an updated resume and references, including most recent supervisor(s).