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Page 1 - Staff Application

Thank you for your interest in working with us for summer 2025!
 
To apply, please complete and submit this form. You may save your progress if you are unable to complete it fully at this time by clicking 'Save my progress and resume later'.

This application asks for a variety of information, such as previous employment details, summer availability, and references. You should have all necessary information on hand.

This application will take approximately 20 minutes to complete, you should include as much detail as possible. When submitted, you'll receive an immediate email to confirm your submission.

Only completed and submitted applications will be reviewed and considered.

Note: Required fields have a red *
About You
(If Different)
General Information
MM/DD/YYYY

Page 2 - Contact Information, Education & Qualifications

Primary Address
Contact Info
Education
Teacher or Educator?
Qualifications & Skills
ALL staff must have First Aid and CPR certifications valid through August 2025.
 
Please check-off the certifications that you currently hold. If you do not have a necessary certification, you may obtain it upon being hired. If hired, you will be required to submit proof of these valid certifications.
 
Note: All staff on North American Volunteer and Global Adventure programs will drive participants in a Minivan/SUV and therefore require a valid drivers license. 

Certifications

Page 3

Staff Positions

Descriptions of the Positions:

Program Director
Program Directors (PD) have the highest level of responsibility while their program is in progress. PDs are responsible for overseeing every aspect of the program including, but not limited to, the health and safety of all participants, the enjoyment of each and every participant and the execution of the itinerary as planned and outlined by WCC. PDs are responsible for managing a staff team with whom they coach, supervise, and provide on-going feedback to. PDs serve as a representative of WCC on the road and act as our liaison to suppliers, outfitters and vendors. PDs are also responsible for regular communication with parents, company supervisors and the summer communication center. Minimum age of 23 years old by July 1, 2025.

Program Leader
Our Program Leaders (PL), known as Resident Advisors (RA) on Pre-College Enrichment Programs, serve as the backbone of our programs. Their primary responsibility includes monitoring the safety (physical, social and mental), well-being and enjoyment of all participants. Working with the PD, the PLs’ goal is to provide a positive group environment helping each teen experience the summer of a lifetime! We take pride in our staff, and expect you to operate as team players, approach the job with enthusiasm, respect others and strive to contribute to what makes Westcoast Connection a special summer for teens. All PLs have specialty roles that are assigned by the PD prior to departure (social media specialist, programmer, sports coordinator, etc.). Minimum age of 21 by July 1, 2025.

Lifeguard (an additional role to the above positions)
The lifeguard is responsible for lifeguarding during all water activities and overseeing the safety of all participants while in or around water. Additional compensation is offered to staff (PD or PL/RA) who are lifeguards. 

Qualification: Have a valid lifeguard certification through August 2025.

Communication Center Monitor
Communication Center Monitors (CCM) serve as the critical link between parents and staff on the road, as well as assist behind the scenes with logistical support and problem solving. They are the frontline of administrative operations while programs are in progress. This challenging and rewarding position provides excellent experience and professional development for teachers and educators, as well as those interested in careers in the hospitality industry or social work. CCMs work in our New York and Montreal offices with flexible contracts starting as early as May through the summer months. A limited number of positions are available that offer the best of both worlds, work in the Communication Center for the first half of the summer and serve as a Program Director or Leader on a late summer program.
Please review the descriptions of the positions above.
After reviewing our different divisions and types of programs HERE, please indicate your preference of program: *

Page 4 - Employment & Volunteer Experience

Note: The file must be in PDF format
Please list and elaborate on any paid or unpaid experience(s) you have that relate to the position(s) you're applying for, including but not limited to camp experience, volunteer work*, and any other experience working with youth that are not on your resume.
*If you're interested in working on a Volunteer program, please elaborate on your recent volunteer experiences.
Employment History
Position # 1:
Please include additional comments outlining your roles, responsibilities and the age groups you have worked with.
Reference Information:
Position # 2:
Please include additional comments outlining your roles, responsibilities and the age groups you have worked with.
Reference Information:
Position # 3:
Please include additional comments outlining your roles, responsibilities and the age groups you have worked with.
Reference Information:

References

Please list 2 references that can be contacted here.
Reference # 1
Reference # 2

Page 5 - Date Availability & Additional Questions

Training attendance (in person) for our summer staff is mandatory. See below for our training dates for the different roles.

Training Dates

Summer Availability

Our staff need to be flexible with their summer availability. If hired, you will most likely staff one program. Many of our programs require staff to start as early as June 17 and some to end as late as August 17 (note: most programs begin the last week of June). Please answer the following questions keeping these dates in mind.

Additional Questions








Page 6 - Reflection & Responses

Relationships are at the heart of what we do so we want to get a sense of who you are, where you're coming from, your personality, and perspective. Please respond to the following questions as if you were telling a friend - be yourself!

Response should be minimum 75 words.

Response should be minimum 75 words.

Response should be minimum 75 words.
Video should be a maximum of 30 seconds long. In the box, please provide a link to your video submission (Google Drive, iCloud, etc) and ensure the sharing permissions are public for others to view.

Page 7 - Terms & Conditions

Please confirm: *

Terms & Conditions

We thank you for taking the time to fill out this application form. If you do not have a valid letter of reference at this time, please ensure that you have one should you be chosen for an interview.

Westcoast Connection is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for our participants, leaders, and staff, regardless of their race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Accommodations during all phases of the hire process will be made wherever possible. Please advise us if any accommodations are required.

By submitting below, you are confirming that the information contained within this application is true and accurate. Further, you authorize Westcoast Connection to obtain information about any of the following: my employment history, criminal history, driving records, and/or educational records and release all concerned from any claims arising out of or relating to any such investigation. All Westcoast Connection employees will be required to submit a recent medical history in the spring of 2025.

 
By entering my electronic signature below, I affirm that I have read and agree to the terms and conditions in this application.



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