Summer Students - Secondary (Early Childhood Development)

Position Summary 

Seabird Island is committed to culturally enriched learning experiences. We are dedicated to creating a culturally safe and inclusive environment that respects and values Indigenous knowledge, traditions, and ways of being. We are seeking Summer Students to join our team in delivering a fun and engaging Summer Program for children aged 6–12.

Under the direction of the Middle Years and Childcare Services Team Lead, Summer Students will provide guidance, and support to children participating in the program. Responsibilities include leading recreational activities, promoting safety, and serving as positive role models. The program includes field trips, outdoor play, and learning. This is an exciting opportunity for secondary students to build leadership skills while making a meaningful impact in the community.

This is a 7-week term contract for secondary students looking for summer employment. This position has a start date of late June. 

What you'll do 

•  Support the delivery of activities and experiences that reflect the needs of the children.
• Assist in creating a safe, healthy, and inclusive environment—emotionally and physically—by contributing to flexible routines, accurate record keeping, family engagement, and the planning of developmentally appropriate programming.
• Participate in daily operational tasks such as meal preparation, cleaning, and general program setup and takedown.
• Adhere to center procedures for maintaining health records and administering medication, under supervision.
• Promptly report all accidents, injuries, or illnesses to the Supervisor and document incidents according to established procedures.
• Follow reporting protocols for suspected cases of child abuse or neglect, in alignment with the center’s policies and in collaboration with the Supervisor.
• Support the coordination and supervision of field trips and special daily events to ensure safety and enjoyment for all participants.

Other Duties

• Additional responsibilities as needed to support the community and uphold our shared values.

What you Bring 

Qualifications

• Enrolled in fulltime High School during 2025-2026 and returning fulltime in September 2026.
• First Aid, Babysitting, Food Safe, certificates would be an asset
• Good communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience working with children.
• Ability to work as a member of a team, as well as the ability to effectively interact with children.
• Will be responsible for child safety and may be required to lift children alone or in pairs.
• Indigenous, status/non-status, on/off reserve who resides within the SASET catchment area
  
• Must be willing to participate in physical activities.
• Participants must be a minimum of 15 years old and have a SIN Number.
• Must have a Bank account and a BC Services Card. 

Working / Special Conditions

• Initial and ongoing employment is subject to submission of a clear Criminal Record Check to ensure the safety and trust of the communities we serve. This check will be conducted every five years.
  
• Initial and ongoing commitment to the values and guidelines of Sq'éwqel (Seabird Island Band), including our policies, procedures, standards of practice, and laws, is essential. This commitment supports our collective work, the community, and the responsibilities of this role.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter. Please include references that can speak to your experience and skills.

Have a question about this position before you apply? Email careers@seabirdisland.ca.

Employment is conditional upon completing pre-employment screening to ensure a safe and secure work environment in which students, staff, members, families, community, as well as resources, and assets are protected. All background checks, reference checks and criminal record checks are performed in accordance with Seabird Island Human Resources Policy Manual, protecting the integrity and confidentiality of information gathered during the evaluation.

Pre-employment screening 

Seabird Island is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. We recognize and value the unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions that Indigenous people bring to our team. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous people. Pursuant to S. 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants of First Nations, Métis, or Inuit heritage. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in Canada; however, we are not able to sponsor visas.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.