Summer Camp Support Staff (Neurodiverse Learning Environment)

Nanaimo

Seasonal / Part-time Summer Camp June 29th - July 10th

or Full-time (July–August, with potential for ongoing work)

About Us

We are a learning centre dedicated to supporting neurodiverse children in a way that honours who they are—not who the world expects them to be. Our environment is calm, relationship-based, and rooted in emotional safety, connection, and individualized support.

This is not a typical summer camp.

The Role

As part of our summer team, you’ll be working closely with neurodiverse children in a small-group setting. This role is about building trust, supporting regulation, and creating an environment where each child feels safe to be themselves.

You’ll spend your days:

• Supporting children through activities at their own pace
• Helping co-regulate during moments of overwhelm
• Encouraging connection, confidence, and independence
• Working alongside a team that values patience and presence

Who This Is For

This role is a strong fit for someone who:

• Leads with empathy, patience, and curiosity
• Feels drawn to supporting neurodiverse children
• Is calm, grounded, and emotionally aware
• Values connection over control
• Is studying or experienced in education, psychology, child & youth care—or has relevant lived experience

What to Expect

• A supportive, values-aligned team environment
• Small group sizes
• Meaningful, relationship-based work
• Opportunities to grow within the centre

This work can be deeply rewarding—but it also requires emotional presence, flexibility, and genuine care.

Requirements

• Experience working with children (professional or personal)
• Criminal record check (or willingness to obtain)
• First Aid/CPR (or willingness to obtain)

How to Apply

Instead of a traditional cover letter, we invite you to share a short message answering:

“Why does this kind of work matter to you?”

Apply through Indeed or send your response to: tayleedawn@icloud.com

We are looking for people who don’t just want a summer job—but who feel called to create a space where children feel understood.