Web Developer - HTML & JavaScript

Web Developer (HTML / JavaScript) – Casual / Part-Time / Contract – Remote

Join Western Educational Adventures (WEA), a small, family-run business, for casual, part-time, or contract web development work. This role involves maintaining and building our websites and online program pages, with potential for a long-term, ongoing position.

WEA operates bus charters, outdoor adventure camps, and youth leadership programs on Vancouver Island. We manage our websites in-house and seek assistance with technical website development, including page building, content updates, and creating signup/trip registration pages using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

We encourage you to review this job description and our website before applying.

Remuneration

• $25–$100 per hour, depending on experience and skill level
• Pay rate may vary based on work complexity
• Additional administrative or technical work may be available at a different rate

Hours

This is a casual, as-needed position, starting at approximately 2–12 hours per month. We are looking for someone interested in ongoing work rather than a one-time project.

• Website development: Hours vary depending on current projects.
• Program page updates: Regular updates are required throughout the year as trips, camps, and programs are added.
• Optional technical projects: Additional work may be available for small tools, signup pages, or system improvements.

Expectations

• Strong HTML and CSS skills
• Comfortable working with JavaScript
• Ability to work without page builders or WordPress themes
• Able to follow existing code structure
• Reliable and responsive
• Maintain a high standard of professionalism, including meeting deadlines
• Able to problem solve and work independently

Responsibilities

• Build and edit HTML pages
• Create and update trip and program pages
• Assist with signup / registration / payment pages
• Maintain existing websites
• Help troubleshoot website issues
• Provide constructive feedback on improvements when appropriate

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience working with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Basic understanding of how websites are hosted and published

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with PHP, Node.js, or other backend languages
• Experience with payment systems such as Stripe or Square
• Experience working with custom-built or static websites
• Experience working with small businesses or youth programs

Application Instructions

To apply, complete the online application and submit the required documents.

Submit the online application form

Visit: https://westernadventures.ca/western-educational-adventures-careers.htm
Click the “Apply Now” button and follow the instructions. You may apply under either the School-Year Programs or Summer Camps season.

Upload required documents

After submitting the application form, log back into the application system. The upload section will appear once the application is submitted.

Required documents:

• Resume
• Cover letter or short description of your experience
• Links to websites or projects you have built (if available)
• References

Reference requirements:

A minimum of three references is required (2–3 employer references and a maximum of one personal reference not related to you). Please include both email addresses and phone numbers for each reference. Applicants should notify their references in advance to avoid delays.

Thank you for your interest in working for WEA.

Job Types: Permanent, Casual
Pay: $25.00-$100.00 per hour
Expected hours: 1 – 8 per week
Work Location: Remote