Employment Opportunities
Summer Camp Counsellors - Hiring Now!
SCOPE OF THE POSITION: Mulberry Summer Camp Directors are seeking Summer Camp Counsellors to oversee and support the daily operations of our Waldorf-inspired summer day camps, which will run from July 13 to August 14, 2026, a total of 5 weeks. The contract will begin in July 2025 with four training days prior to the start of camp (week of July 6), then full days (8:00am-4:30pm) throughout the duration of the 5 weeks, and one post-camp clean up day (Monday, August 18th).
We are looking for dedicated individuals who can commit to training, camp weeks, and 1 day of post-camp clean up to ensure smooth and consistent operations. Please include in your application if you are not available for all of those times. See below for an overview of the weeks, and for more detailed information on the weekly themes go to Summer Camp 2026 / Kingston - MULBERRY WALDORF SCHOOL.
Week 1 Theme: Ecosystems Week: Woodland Wonders (July 13-17th, 2026)
Week 2 Theme: Centre Stage Week: Music, Theatre, Movement, and Performance (July 20-24th, 2026)
Week 3 Theme: Cosmic Quest Week (July 27-31st, 2026)
Week 4 Theme: Time Travellers Week (August 4-7th, 2026)
Week 5 Theme: Mystery Week (August 10-14th, 2026)
Areas of responsibility and tasks include (but are not limited to):
First Aid/Safety
Scheduling/Programming
Parent/Guardian Relationships and Behaviour Management
The ideal candidates will:
ABOUT MULBERRY: Mulberry Waldorf School is an independent school and a not-for-profit, charitable organization, established in 1996. We offer programs from birth through Grade Eight. Our School is located within an active downtown community in historic Kingston, with access to local parks, waterfront, conservation areas and provincial parks. Our Board of Directors, teachers, administration and parents work collaboratively to sustain the operations of the School.
COMPENSATION: Each Camp Counsellor will be paid at an hourly rate of $19.49 per hour (this includes vacation pay). During the camp weeks, the estimated schedule will be from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with total break times equalling an hour each day (30min paid, 30min unpaid)
DEADLINE: We will accept complete applications of a cover letter, resumé, and contact information for two professional references by end of day on Sunday, March 22nd, sent to:
Summer Camp Director Team (Skylar Jordan & Sarah Davis)
Mulberry Waldorf School ([email protected])
Mulberry Waldorf School is committed to employment equity and welcomes diversity in the workplace. We will accept applications from qualified candidates who are legally authorized to work in Canada.
We are looking for dedicated individuals who can commit to training, camp weeks, and 1 day of post-camp clean up to ensure smooth and consistent operations. Please include in your application if you are not available for all of those times. See below for an overview of the weeks, and for more detailed information on the weekly themes go to Summer Camp 2026 / Kingston - MULBERRY WALDORF SCHOOL.
Week 1 Theme: Ecosystems Week: Woodland Wonders (July 13-17th, 2026)
Week 2 Theme: Centre Stage Week: Music, Theatre, Movement, and Performance (July 20-24th, 2026)
Week 3 Theme: Cosmic Quest Week (July 27-31st, 2026)
Week 4 Theme: Time Travellers Week (August 4-7th, 2026)
Week 5 Theme: Mystery Week (August 10-14th, 2026)
Areas of responsibility and tasks include (but are not limited to):
First Aid/Safety
- Ensure all safety standards & procedures are adhered to by self and others at all times.
- Administer First Aid if necessary and qualified.
- Be aware and vigilant of camper’s medications, dietary restrictions, and allergies and ensure that the meals/snacks and medications are correctly distributed to them.
Scheduling/Programming
- Implement the comprehensive weekly program created by the Camp Directors to run enriching activities according to the weekly themes.
- Implement daily schedules for each camper group (ages 4-6, 7-8, and 9-11).
- Lead/supervise field trips (campers, logistics, emergency materials, etc.) in collaboration with the Camp Directors.
- Organize and lead various small and large group activities while maintaining supervision of campers at all times.
- Assist in maintaining accurate program records, including incident reports, logbook documentation, and daily attendance.
- Assist in set-up and clean up of location each day.
Parent/Guardian Relationships and Behaviour Management
- Build strong relationships with campers, volunteers, and parents/guardians.
- Mediate camper conflicts/behavioural challenges, with assistance from Camp Directors as needed.
- Implement our Code of Conduct and expectations with campers, volunteers, and parents/guardians.
- Work to resolve issues and consult with Camp Directors and/or Administrative Head/Pedagogical Director if issues escalate.
The ideal candidates will:
- Be a minimum of 18 years of age.
- Be available for all 6 weeks (5 weeks of camp + 1 week of training) in the summer (please include in your application if you have limited availability).
- Have related childcare and/or summer camp work experience.
- Be qualified in Standard First Aid and CPR-C by the start of camp.
- Provide a vulnerable sector screening check (CPIC) by the start of camp.
- Review and sign off on all Mulberry Summer Camp policies and procedures by the start of camp.
- Have strong verbal communication skills.
- Be friendly, personable and flexible - modeling appropriate behaviour and positive interactions.
- Be creative and imaginative in bringing the weekly themes to life.
ABOUT MULBERRY: Mulberry Waldorf School is an independent school and a not-for-profit, charitable organization, established in 1996. We offer programs from birth through Grade Eight. Our School is located within an active downtown community in historic Kingston, with access to local parks, waterfront, conservation areas and provincial parks. Our Board of Directors, teachers, administration and parents work collaboratively to sustain the operations of the School.
COMPENSATION: Each Camp Counsellor will be paid at an hourly rate of $19.49 per hour (this includes vacation pay). During the camp weeks, the estimated schedule will be from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with total break times equalling an hour each day (30min paid, 30min unpaid)
DEADLINE: We will accept complete applications of a cover letter, resumé, and contact information for two professional references by end of day on Sunday, March 22nd, sent to:
Summer Camp Director Team (Skylar Jordan & Sarah Davis)
Mulberry Waldorf School ([email protected])
Mulberry Waldorf School is committed to employment equity and welcomes diversity in the workplace. We will accept applications from qualified candidates who are legally authorized to work in Canada.
Supply Teachers
Mulberry Waldorf School is seeking Lead, Assistant, and Specialty Subject supply teachers for preschool, Kindergarten, and Grades 1 to 8.
SCOPE OF THE POSITION: Supply Teachers in the upper grades or specialty subjects (French, Music, Physical Education, Handwork) will be leading a class and Supply Teachers in the Early Childhood and lower grades will be assisting. Ideally, the class teacher will provide detailed lesson plans for the day. Otherwise, the Supply Teacher may use work from the Supply Teacher Binder to replace the typical daily work. Supply teaching may be arranged in advance by individual teachers, or on the morning of the day needed (after 6:30 AM). Generally, teachers will be asking for half-day or full day coverage.
KEY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION: The ideal candidates will have a passion for holistic education, and experience in Waldorf education and/or experience working with young children. We are looking for candidates with the following skills/certification:
COMPENSATION: The rates for Supply Teaching are:
Lead and Specialty Subject Teacher Coverage: $20.97/hour inc. 4% vacation pay
Assistant Teacher Coverage: $19.49/hour inc. 4% vacation pay
ABOUT MULBERRY: Mulberry Waldorf School, established in 1996, offers programs for students and their parents from birth through Grade Eight. We are located within an active downtown community in beautiful and historic Kingston, with access to local parks, waterfront, conservation areas and provincial parks. Our teachers, administration, parents and a Board of Directors sustain the operations of the School.
APPLICATION: We invite interested applicants to send a cover letter, resumé, and contact information (email and phone number) for two professional references to the Human Resources Committee at [email protected]
SCOPE OF THE POSITION: Supply Teachers in the upper grades or specialty subjects (French, Music, Physical Education, Handwork) will be leading a class and Supply Teachers in the Early Childhood and lower grades will be assisting. Ideally, the class teacher will provide detailed lesson plans for the day. Otherwise, the Supply Teacher may use work from the Supply Teacher Binder to replace the typical daily work. Supply teaching may be arranged in advance by individual teachers, or on the morning of the day needed (after 6:30 AM). Generally, teachers will be asking for half-day or full day coverage.
KEY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION: The ideal candidates will have a passion for holistic education, and experience in Waldorf education and/or experience working with young children. We are looking for candidates with the following skills/certification:
- Waldorf Teaching Certificate and/or B.Ed. degree and/or Early Childhood Education Diploma and/or Educational Assistant Diploma and/or other relevant experience working with children (e.g. summer camp, coaching, theatre, tutoring, etc.).
- Current Police Check, including the Vulnerable Sector Check
- Current Standard First Aid Certification (preschool only)
- Immunization record (preschool only)
- Demonstrated ability to create a warm, gentle, and supportive environment
- Experience and confidence with positive behaviour management
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues
- Strong initiative and work ethic
- Musical and artistic abilities
COMPENSATION: The rates for Supply Teaching are:
Lead and Specialty Subject Teacher Coverage: $20.97/hour inc. 4% vacation pay
Assistant Teacher Coverage: $19.49/hour inc. 4% vacation pay
ABOUT MULBERRY: Mulberry Waldorf School, established in 1996, offers programs for students and their parents from birth through Grade Eight. We are located within an active downtown community in beautiful and historic Kingston, with access to local parks, waterfront, conservation areas and provincial parks. Our teachers, administration, parents and a Board of Directors sustain the operations of the School.
APPLICATION: We invite interested applicants to send a cover letter, resumé, and contact information (email and phone number) for two professional references to the Human Resources Committee at [email protected]
We are hiring supply teachers for our Early Childhood and Grade School.
Please review our posting and contact us with any questions.
Please review our posting and contact us with any questions.
