Activity Leader, Sheridan College, ON

Join International Study & Vacation () for Summer 2026 and help international high school students discover while they improve their English. Based at Sheridan College Oakville Ontario youll live on campus lead excursions run evening activities and serve as a mentor for students aged 13 to 21 (primarily Italian). You report to the Activity Manager on site.

Sheridan Colleges Trafalgar Campus is in Oakville a quiet and safe residential area on the shores of Lake Ontario about 30 minutes from downtown Toronto and just over an hour from Niagara Falls. Youll have access to modern facilities for educational and social activities and stay in on-campus dorm rooms.

Available Sessions Session 1: Jul 12 to Jul 30

Excursions Youll Lead Private bus transport is provided for all trips featuring:

• Ripleys Aquarium and CN Tower
  

• Toronto Island Park
  

• Art Gallery of Ontario
  

• Niagara Falls cruise and Clifton Hill
  

• Canadas Wonderland
  

• Royal Ontario Museum and Eaton Center
  

• Included dinner at Hard Rock Café Niagara
  

• 5 lunches and 5 dinners in the city included
  

Campus Evening Activities

• Disco parties karaoke and sports events
  

• Weekly American BBQ and social activities
  

Your Responsibilities

• Assist with center preparation and student arrivals or departures
  

• Accompany students on full-day and half-day excursions leading local tours
  

• Set up run and supervise planned campus activities and evening events
  

• Socialize and build genuine rapport with students and group leaders
  

• Provide support guidance and motivation to students throughout their stay
  

• Encourage students to speak English and participate in all activities
  

• Supervise students during meals lesson breaks and in residential halls
  

• Commit to the welfare safety and security of students at all times
  

Requirements

• US citizen 18 years of age or older
  

• Valid bank account able to complete I-9 and W-4 forms
  

• Availability covering all program session dates
  

• Ideally based in New York or New Jersey
  

• Responsible for own travel to and from campus for move-in and move-out
  

What Were Looking For

• Excellent communication and organizational skills
  

• Confident leading groups with enthusiasm and warmth
  

• Creative thinker who can problem-solve on the spot
  

• Team player prepared to collaborate and contribute ideas
  

• Adaptable and flexible no two days are the same
  

• Strong conflict resolution skills and calm under pressure
  

Desired but not required

• Previous experience as a camp counselor or working with teenagers
  

• Sports coaching or PE qualifications
  

• First Aid or CPR certification
  

• Second language skills
  

Benefits