Mission: Bring STEAM to life through hands-on science learning

experiences. Discovery Centre’s mandate is advanced through

the presentation of high-quality STEAM educational experiences.

Digital Discovery Camp Leader (Temporary Seasonal)

Department: Science Education

Supervisor: Manager of Science Education

Position Category: Full time, temporary seasonal contract

Wage: $18.25 per hour

Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week; 16 weeks

Start Date: May 11, 2026

Application Deadline: March 31, 2026

Applicants must be current students returning to post-secondary studies in Fall 2026 and

must meet any additional candidate eligibility criteria of the grant program(s) funding this

role. Applicants may be required to complete a pre-screening survey to determine if they

meet the eligibility criteria.

Position Summary:

For over 35 years, the Discovery Centre has developed a reputation for being Nova Scotia’s

leader in the delivery of exciting hands-on, minds-on science programming for youth.

Discovery Centre is committed to leveraging our facility, people, and programming to

create inclusive spaces that ignite a passion for science and discovery. We are also

committed to advancing diversity, inclusion, equity, and accessibility practices within our

workplace, public engagement spaces, and programming. Our Centre’s Board of Directors,

management, and staff believe diverse participation and representation are essential and

that our networks thrive when we create an inclusive and equitable culture where all

people can see themselves reflected, feel respected, and have their contributions valued.

The Digital Discovery Camp Leader will use their creativity and prior knowledge to plan and

develop engaging camp activities centered around coding, circuitry, and/or robotics for

youth ages 9-13 in partnership with Digital Nova Scotia. Digital camps are delivered at

Discovery Centre and free to various communities throughout the province.

The position provides experience working in a team setting, training staff, managing a

budget, coordinating and delivering educational and recreational programs, building

relationships with local community organizations, developing communication and

leadership skills, and mentoring junior camp counsellors, volunteers and youth.

The Digital Discovery Camp Leader will benefit from the opportunity of working in a

challenging and dynamic science themed program setting, providing significant

opportunity to improve upon their communication skills, organizational skills, budgeting

skills, knowledge of science, knowledge of educational practices, and ability to work with

the public and children.

Description of Tasks:

The Digital Discovery Camp Leader works in the Science Education department and reports

to the Manager of Science Education. The primary tasks of the position are:

 Working collaboratively with two Digital Discovery Camp Counsellors, Digital Nova

Scotia, and other community organizations to plan and develop hands-on learning

activities, games, special guest appearances, and field trips for Digital Discovery

Camp

 Leading camp programming (coding/circuits/ robotics etc.) for 15 – 20 youth

attending Digital Discovery Camps at Discovery Centre and across the province

 Training and working collaboratively with Digital Camp Counsellors in presenting

activities and games

 Providing guidance and direction to the Digital Discovery Camp Counsellors and

delegating daily tasks to the counsellors as needed to ensure smooth camp delivery

from activity prep, to camp facilitation, to cleanup

 Coordinating/purchasing supplies, working within the program budget.

 Preparing summary reports on each camp week and a final report on the program

 Liaising with parents or guardians to ensure campers needs are met and any

disciplinary issues are addressed

 Assisting, as needed, with Camp promotional activities

 Supporting daily camp sign in/out processes as needed

 Supporting other Discovery Centre camp groups with classroom support in the

event of camp staff absences.

Qualifications:

Education: Post-secondary studies in computer science, education, recreation, or a related

discipline

Experience: Experience working with children in an educational or recreational, museum,

or camp setting; experience supervising staff would be considered an asset; experience in

the fields of graphic design, digital animation, video production, or video game

development/design would be considered an asset

Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required; fluency in French strongly

preferred; additional languages considered an asset

Competencies:

 Exceptional communication skills

 Strong leadership skills

 Able to work independently and take initiative

 Able to work collaboratively as part of a team

 Highly organized

 High level of flexibility/adaptability to meet changing program needs

 Exceptional time management and reliability

Other Qualifications:

 Proficient in MS Office applications

 Experience with coding and open-source software

 Must pass a criminal record check or vulnerable sector check

 First Aid and WHMIS certification an asset

 Must possess a valid driver’s license; the ability to travel is necessary for camps

involving community outreach (Company vehicle, accommodations, and meal per

diems will be covered by Discovery Centre)

Working Conditions: This position requires travel and overnight stays within Nova Scotia.

Eligibility: Applicants must qualify for SKILL or the Student Work Placement Program in

order to be considered. A full commitment to the employment dates is also required.

Application:

Applications are to be emailed to recruitment@thediscoverycentre.ca. Applicants are to

submit their resume, cover letter, and references. Please note the position that you are

applying for in the subject line of your email application. All applications will be reviewed

but only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. All applicants are thanked in

advance for their interest. Please note: this position is dependent upon receipt of

funding.

Discovery Centre promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, and we

encourage applications from candidates who self-identify as a member of an

underrepresented group, including Indigenous people (especially Mi’kmaq), people of

Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), members of other racialized

groups, women, people with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. The

hiring process includes reviewing resumes that have been submitted, identifying which

resumes fit the qualifications for the position and interviewing each candidate that has

been selected from the interview process. Two (2) people conduct interviews with scoring

sheets as the method of tracking responses. The potential successful candidates’

references are the final step in the process. The successful candidate is selected and

contacted with the position offer.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting

with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the

evaluation process, please contact recruitment@thediscoverycentre.ca to request

specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be

kept confidential.