Do you want a fun and rewarding outdoor job working with kids in Greater Victoria BC this summer? Get outside with WEA and teach kids valuable life skills on our Overnight, Hiking Camps, Mountain Bike Camps, Adventure X & Classic Camp programs. Every day is different and exciting with activities like canoeing, fire-building, survival skills, archery, swimming, nature exploration, forest ecology, hiking, extended day hiking, wilderness navigation, fishing, canoeing & more. Apply Now
WEA runs high-end, professional Vancouver Island & Victoria BC outdoor education programs primarily for kids. WE realizes how much passion people have for outdoor education jobs in Victoria and how challenging it can be to stay in the field for the long haul. That's why we pay above industry standard wages and are working hard to provide outdoor instructors with careers that are year-round and full-time, benefits and more. Looking for a rewarding career in the outdoors? Join our team working an outdoor education job and be a part of something great!
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Outdoor Education Instructor - Classic, Adventure X & Overnight Camps | Junior and Senior camp counsellor postions available for spring break 2023, summer 2023 and on-call. |
| Outdoor Education Instructor - Wild Paws Day Camps | Junior and Senior camp counsellor postions available in Victoria BC for summer 2023. |
| Outdoor Education Supervisor (Team Leader) - Classic, Adventure X & Overnight Camps | Summer camp supervisor postions available for spring break 2023, summer 2023 and on-call. |
| Outdoor Education Supervisor (Team Leader) - Wild Paws Day Camps | Summer camp supervisor postions available for summer 2023. |
| Outdoor Education & Mountain Bike Instructor - Mountain Bike Multi-Sport, Classic, Adventure X & Overnight Camps | Junior and Senior camp counsellor postions available in Victoria BC for summer 2023. |
| Outdoor Swimming Instructor (SI) | Local lakes and private pool swimming instructor positions in Greater Victoria, Sooke, Duncan & The Cowichan Valley. Summer 2023 and on-call during the school year. |
| Outdoor Swimming Instructor Supervisor (Team Leader) | Local lakes and private pool swimming instructor positions in Greater Victoria, Sooke, Duncan & The Cowichan Valley. Summer 2023 and on-call during the school year. |
| On-Call Bus Driver | On-call bus driver positions for our youth programs and bus charters. |
| Volunteer Opportunities | Volunteer opportunities for parents, high school students, etc. |
In order for your application to be considered, we require:
**Please note, as we are a small company, we do not offer employment sponsorships to out-of-country candidates. You must apply for a visa on your own. Your application will only be considered if you are already legally allowed to work in Canada at the time of application and for the enitre work term for which you are applying. We do not offer positions conditional to obtaining a visa.**
| TERM | TYPE |
|---|---|
| Spring Break 2023 | Full-Time, Seasonal |
| Summer Camps 2023 | Full-Time, Seasonal |
| Year Round | On-Call |
| POSITION | PAY |
| Junior Instructor | $141 - $155/day |
| Senior Instructor | $150 - $185/day |
| APPLICATION DEADLINE | NOTES |
| Feb 15, 2023 | Spring break applications |
| May 1, 2023 | Summer camp applications |
| TERM | TYPE |
|---|---|
| Summer Camps 2023 | Full-Time, Seasonal |
| POSITION | PAY |
| Junior Instructor | $141 - $147/day |
| Senior Instructor | $141 - $160/day |
| APPLICATION DEADLINE | NOTES |
| May 1, 2023 | Summer camp applications |
| TERM | TYPE | PAY |
|---|---|---|
| Spring Break 2023 | Full-Time | $155-$195/Day |
| Summer Camps 2023 | Full-Time | $155-$195/Day |
| Year Round | On-Call | $155-$195/Day |
| APPLICATION DEADLINE | NOTES | |
| Feb 15, 2023 | Spring break applications | |
| May 1, 2023 | Summer camp applications |
| TERM | TYPE | PAY |
|---|---|---|
| Summer Camps 2023 | Full-Time | $147.5-$175/Day |
| APPLICATION DEADLINE | NOTES | |
| May 1, 2023 | Summer camp applications |
| TERM | TYPE |
|---|---|
| Summer Camps 2023 | Full-Time or Single Week, Seasonal |
| POSITION | PAY |
| Junior Instructor | $141 - $150/day |
| Senior Instructor | $150 - $185/day |
| APPLICATION DEADLINE | NOTES |
| May 1, 2023 | Late applications may or may not be accepted |
| TERM | TYPE | PAY |
|---|---|---|
| Summer 2023 | Part-Time, Casual | $26-$34/Hour |
| APPLICATION DEADLINE | NOTES | |
| May 15, 2023 | Late applications may or may not be accepted |
| TERM | TYPE | PAY |
|---|---|---|
| Summer 2023 | Part-Time or Full-Time, Seasonal | $30-$36/Hour |
| APPLICATION DEADLINE | NOTES | |
| May 15, 2023 | Late applications may or may not be accepted |
| TERM | TYPE | PAY |
|---|---|---|
| Summer 2023 | Part-Time, Casual | $28-$31/Hour |
| APPLICATION DEADLINE | NOTES | |
| Ongoing | Late applications may or may not be accepted |
| POSITION | APPLICATION DEADLINE | NOTES |
|---|---|---|
| Spring Break | March 1, 2023 | Late applications may or may not be accepted |
| Summer Camps | June 1, 2023 | Late applications may or may not be accepted |
| Expeditions and One-Offs | None | Continually Accepted |
