Hamilton Craft Studios Summer Craft Camp is rooted in the values of creativity, community care, and accessible education. We believe every child deserves a safe, welcoming space to explore their imagination, build new skills, and connect with others through making.

Our camp is designed not just as a place to keep kids busy, but as an opportunity to nurture confidence, independence, and creative expression. Whether they’re building with wood, sculpting clay, or learning to sew, campers are supported by working artists, educators, and skilled facilitators who are deeply committed to inclusive, meaningful experiences.

Summer camp at HCS also directly supports our mission to provide affordable, equitable access to arts-based programming year-round. By choosing our camp, families help us expand access to the creative arts for more children, youth, and community members in Hamilton.

We're proud to offer a camp environment where curiosity is encouraged, kindness is practiced, and every child is met with care and respect.

Location: Hamilton Craft Studios
Type: Seasonal 4 weeks, Full-Time (Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:30pm)
Compensation: $18- $22 / hr

About the Role:

Senior Counsellors at HCS Summer Camp are responsible for leading the day-to-day programming, ensuring a safe, engaging, and joyful experience for all campers. This role involves supervision, creative facilitation, leadership, and stewardship of the studio environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and delivery of art and craft-based programming
• Supervise and support campers throughout the day
• Establish and enforce collaboratively developed community guidelines
• Facilitate tool and material use safely and effectively
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized studios
• Engage campers equitably and respectfully
• Mentor junior counsellors and model leadership and community care
• Report and document incidents following HCS protocol
  
  

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in camp or educational settings
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Familiarity with studio or craft-based environments is an asset
• CPR/First Aid certified (preferred)

Location: Hamilton Craft Studios
Type: Seasonal 4 weeks, Full-Time (Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:30pm), Part-Time (Monday-Friday, 8:00am-1:00pm or 12:30pm-5:30pm)

Compensation: $18-$20 / hr 

About the Role:
Junior Counsellors support senior staff and campers to ensure a smooth, safe, and vibrant day of programming. They model care, kindness, and teamwork in all tasks, from setup to cleanup.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the facilitation of craft-based programming
• Supervise campers with a focus on safety and engagement
• Support the maintenance of clean, organized studio spaces
• Monitor campers’ needs and provide assistance as required
• Encourage camper friendships and inclusive group dynamics
• Contribute to setting and upholding community rules
  
  

Qualifications:

• Enthusiastic and comfortable working with children
• Reliable, team-oriented, and a clear communicator
• Willingness to learn and take direction from senior staff
  
  
  

Summer Camp Instructor (Mornings) – HCS Summer Camp

Location: Hamilton Craft Studios
Type: Seasonal, Part-Time (Approx. 4 hours/day, mornings)
Compensation: $200/session 

About the Role:
HCS is looking for dynamic, multidisciplinary instructors to deliver engaging and age-appropriate sessions in craft-based disciplines. Ideal candidates are confident teaching hands-on projects and have experience working with children in studio environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver morning sessions in clay, woodworking, textiles, drawing, painting, and/or other related mediums
• Work with staff to ensure safety and clarity of instruction
• Adapt projects to different age levels as needed
• Support studio setup and cleanup alongside counsellors
• Bring positive energy and skill-sharing to the camp community
  
  

Qualifications:

• Strong background in one or more craft disciplines
• Teaching or facilitation experience with children (formal or informal)
• Flexible, communicative, and highly collaborative
• Excellent time management and planning skills