Bronx, NY, USA Chicago, IL, USA Malibu, CA, USA Miami, FL, USA
Post Date: March 01, 2024
Salary: Depends on experience.
Housing Accommodations
We’re looking for camp counselors who will work as part of a team led by the camp manager, organizing recreational and sports activities, and accompanying students on day trips. Job duration is 2 - 7 weeks in June/July/August.
Job Responsibilities
Attending an orientation day.
Arriving before the first student arrivals to help with the preparation, planning and presentation of the program.
Working as part of a team with the Camp Manager and other counselors to help prepare a wide range of afternoon and evening activities, which may include sports, arts and crafts, music, drama, quizzes, themed discos, karaoke, talent shows and off-campus visits and excursions.
Helping set up, supervising, and participating in these planned activities.
Assisting with arrivals and departures of the students.
Accompanying students on full-day and half-day excursions and acting as a tour guide.
Helping supervise students during meals, lesson breaks and when in the halls of residence.
Being willing to help and assist in the event of emergency.
Being enthusiastic, and committed to the welfare and security of students and group leaders at all times.
Encouraging students to use English as much as possible.
Reading the Camp Counselors manual carefully and performing your duties as outlined therein.
Pro-actively encouraging and motivating the students, ensuring everyone is participating and most importantly having fun!
Residing on campus for the whole period of your employment.
Working 6 days a week including weekends, with one day off during the week.
Reporting to the Camp Manager and cooperating with the Camp Director and any senior activity staff.
Essential Requirements
Over 18 years of age.
Native or native level English speaker.
Based in the USA as you will be expected to attend an assessment day.
Ability, confidence, enthusiasm and energy to lead 11-17 year olds.
Approachable, friendly and ability to build a rapport with young people.
Strong leadership, communication and organizational skills.
Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team.
Flexible, creative and adaptable
Desirable Requirements:
First aid qualification.
Sports coaching qualifications.
Experience in leading/training a sports, leisure or similar team.
Previous experience as a Camp Counselors in a residential role.
Experience of working with children/teenagers in a similar environment.
