Boarding Activity Leader

Boarding Activity Leader

Temporary

Internal/External Posting

Posting Date: January 30, 2026

Closing Date: February 15, 2026

Posting # 2026011

Hours
16 hours per week
This is a temporary position from February 2026-June 12, 2026.

Salary

This is a bargaining unit position in the Professional Employees Association
Wage per hour $21.48 per hour 

All candidates must be legally able to work in Canada

Summary

St. Margaret’s School (SMS) is Western Canada’s only girl-centered, independent day and boarding school located in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada on the unceded traditional territories of the Esquimalt Nations, Songhees Nations, and W̱SÁNEĆ Nations. Founded in 1908, SMS is an international centre for girl-centered learning and leadership development, providing empowering education for girls from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12 (boarding grades 7–12). St. Margaret’s School is an International Baccalaureate (IB) School offering the Diploma Program.

The Boarding Activity Leader supports the wellbeing of boarding students by creating a fun, nurturing, and engaging activity programme. Working closely with boarding staff, the role enhances educational and recreational experiences through after-school, evening, and weekend activities that encourage participation, and develop diverse interests and skills. The Boarding Activity Leader contributes to the overall school experience by accompanying students on activities, ensuring their safety, and providing appropriate resources.

Core Competencies

• Integrity & Trust


• Service Orientation


• Adaptability


• Innovation


• Resilience


• Professional Knowledge


• Communication & Collaboration

Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement and deliver activity programs in collaboration with Manager, Student Engagement, Manager, Boarding Operations


• Engage and excite students to try new things, and participate in activities in the boarding houses, school, and local community


• Focus on student participation


• Communicate with students to find appropriate activities to enhance the day and boarding experience


• Participate in school meetings, activities, and events as required


• Assess activities and ask for feedback to help improve programs that include all students


• Provide extra staffing including weekend trips, as needed


• Provide support to the overall program, and to the staff in the boarding houses as necessary
  
  

Education and Experience

• Certificate in Education, Youth Care, Recreation, or a related field

• Current First Aid/CPR Certification


• Minimum of 3 years of recent, relevant experience working in youth care, education or recreational environment

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Energetic self-starter able to take initiative under minimal supervision


• Creativity and flexibility to cater to individual needs and interests


• Ability to work successfully in a team environment


• Strong interpersonal skills, conflict management, and communication skills


• Ability to organize and participate in physical activities with students


• Demonstrated cultural proficiency and inclusivity.


• Exceptional risk management skills, including preventative strategies for guiding youth


• Demonstrate strong organizational skills, open-mindedness and personal initiative to ensure a high-quality program 

Work Conditions

• This role requires regular evenings and weekend work

Valued Benefits
A career with St. Margaret’s School will offer you the opportunity to be part of dedicated team of professionals in a dynamic and rewarding educational environment. This position is located on the school campus, with access to rapid transit, on-site gym, and other amenities. 

St. Margaret's School emphasizes a dedication to equity, diversity, and inclusion across living, learning, and work environments. The school aims to have its workforce mirror the diversity of students and the community. Actively encouraging applications from groups facing historical or current equity barriers, the institution is committed to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive community. Employees needing employment support, technical aids, or accommodations, are encouraged to contact Human Resources [email protected].

Interested candidates are invited to submit an application package, including a covering letter, curriculum vitae and professional references, through Bamboo HR, by February 15, 2026