SUMMER CAMPS
Our team features Armbrae Students, Alumni, Community Partners, and other camp enthusiasts with a shared passion for caring for children. When hiring, we look for people with experience supporting all types of kids and those who follow our school's mission "Be Kind. Work Hard."
Our staff are trained in First Aid and CPR and are screened through a Police Record Check and Child Abuse Registry.
Sarah: Camps Coordinator
Sarah brings over 10 years of experience running camps with a focus in Not for Profit work and STEM programming. Her favourite part about camp is building confidence and excitement in others and being a part of that moment when someone overcomes a challenge.
Sarah has a Bachelor of Science from the University of Guelph with a focus in Mathematics, Physics, and Studio Arts and a Bachelor of Education from Queen's University. She was the Physics and Science Teacher at Armbrae for the 2024/25 school year and is excited to be in this new role.
Claire: Camp Leader
Hello!
My name is Claire, and this is my fourth year working at Armbrae! I’m currently in my fourth year at Dalhousie University, where I study French and Spanish. I plan to become a teacher and hope to teach abroad in the future.
Some of my favourite hobbies include running, painting, lifting weights, and crocheting. I love spending time outdoors—whether that’s at Point Pleasant Park or in the woods behind Armbrae.
I’m so excited to see all your smiling faces and to make this an amazing year of fun!
Hannah: Admin Assistant
Hi! My name is Hannah. I graduated from Armbrae Academy in 2024 and am currently attending Mount Allison University, where I am on their varsity swim team. This will be my fourth summer working at Armbrae Summer Camps, and I’m excited for another amazing summer filled with fun activities! In my free time, I love spending time with my friends and swimming at the lake.
Zoe: Camp Leader
Hi! I’m Zoe and I’m currently a student at Armbrae Academy. This will be my first year as a counsellor at Armbrae. I’ve been working with kids of all ages for a few years now whether in the Armbrae Community or outside of school. I play Volleyball, love to hike, and read. When I graduate I want to go into medicine.
I’m really excited to be joining the Armbrae team this year, I cannot wait to meet everyone!
Noah: Camp Leader
I'm currently a student at the University of King's College pursuing an Honour's Bachelor of Arts in Contemporary Studies and English. I'm so excited to be back for my fourth year at Armbrae, where I've worked with the afterschool program, tutoring, and camps. In addition to working at Armbrae, I have been a Day Camp Coordinator in my hometown of Troy, Michigan. This past summer, I also had the privilege of traveling to Kangiqsujuaq, a village in Nunavik, Inuit Nunangat, where I worked as a Summer Literacy Counsellor. Outside of work and school, I love to play my guitar, read, and explore hikes around Halifax.
Leah: Camp Leader
Leah is thrilled to be working at Armbrae Academy Osprey Camps! She is passionate about creating a welcoming, fun, and memorable experience for every camper. Outside of camp, Leah is in her fourth year of studying Neuroscience and Law at Dalhousie University. She'd been involved in camps for ten years and is most excited about creating bonds and memories!
Stratos: Camp Leader
My name is Stratos Karountzos and have attended Armbrae Academy since 2014. I am excited to lead, engage and help create a fun environment. I love to ski and play many sports , but particular skiing is my favourite. I have my coaching certification and my instructors. In the summer I like to play soccer with my three brothers and take family vacations to Greece to enjoy family and sun.
Will: Camp Leader
I will be a grade 11 student at Armbrae in the fall. I enjoy playing basketball, soccer, and guitar. I have been a part of the Armbrae Junior Leaders Summer Camp Program for the last two years, and I look forward to helping to make summer fun for our campers. (There is no place to upload photo so I will email it to you)
Reuben: Educational Program Coordinator
My name is Reuben, and I have been working at armbrae camps since 2023. I enjoy meeting all the new camp members and seeing returning campers. I enjoy playing soccer in the playground and am a big Arsenal fan. I am looking forward to this summer!
Robert: Camp Leader
Hi I am Robert Petrie, I go to Armbrae Academy, and have worked at the camps before as a junior leader. This is my first summer as a camp leader! I play on the school soccer team, and in the city soccer league. I also swim competitively for the Halifax Trojans. Looking forward to an awesome summer with all the campers!
Lucas: Camp Leader
I am a Grade 10 student at Armbrae. I enjoyed volunteering at the camp last year so decided to do it again. I am a referee for Soccer Nova Scotia and play AAA soccer with Suburban FC. My favorite subject at school is Science.
Lily: Camp Leader
This will be my 3rd summer working at Osprey camps, I attend Cape Breton university where I play on the women’s basketball team.
Ava: Camp Leader
Hi campers and families! My name is Ava and I'm so excited to be returning for my third summer at camp! I am currently studying neuroscience at Dalhousie going into my third year, with the longterm goal of becoming a paediatrician! In my spare time I sing and play guitar and piano. In the summer I love hiking, beach days, road trips, and spending time with friends and family! I can't wait to share the summer with you all!
Will: Camp Leader
My name is Will, I’ve gone to armbrae my whole life and this is my third year working here at Osprey Camps. In my free time I like to play basketball and go explore new places with friends.
Robert: Camp Leader
Robert is a Grade 10 student at Armbrae Academy. He is a competitive soccer player for Halifax City FC, U18 AA. He has worked at Halifax Alta Gymnastics as a children’s coach for almost 2 years.
Anna: Camp Leader
My name is Anna, and this is will be my first year working at Armbrae! I have a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology & Immunology from Dalhousie University and will be starting my Bachelor of Education at MSVU this September. I spend most of my free time travelling or outside and love trying out new Halifax restaurants. I am looking forward to an awesome summer!