Part-Time Summer Camp Counselor

Part-Time Summer Camp Counselor (June – August 2026) Position Description

Aspire After school Learning is seeking Instructors for our Learning ROCKS Summer Camp to provide daily holistic and academic support to historically underserved upper elementary school students in South Arlington, VA. Our summer camp is a fun and interactive experience that also prevents summer learning loss, which year-over-year can make it more difficult for them to catch up with their peers. The ideal applicant will have a passion and skill for supporting students most impacted by the educational opportunity gap and helping them succeed in their learning.

Join our team and use your talents and skills to guide students as they explore a camp theme unique to this summer. Last year, students explored the theme of mythical realms. They learned about different types of mythologies from all over the world including ancient mythology, fairy realms, creatures of the sea, outer space, legendary beasts, and medieval lore. This year, our theme is the World Cup, and we’ll be exploring different ideas and cultures through that lens.

This highly interactive and student‑facing position will be responsible for implementing lesson plans and activities, providing daily direct academic and social‑emotional instruction and support to students, and interacting professionally with program volunteers, community partners, and parents. You will be committed to ensuring Aspire students make gains in their learning while being part of an integral team commitment to students’ growth and organizational excellence.

This position is great for someone interested in working with 3rd – 8th grade students, considering a career in education, giving back to their community, gaining professional experience, or earning money for school.

Aspire After school Learning (formerly Greenbrier Learning Center) is a non‑profit organization based in South Arlington, VA. Aspire provides robust, comprehensive, and high‑quality after school and summer academic enrichment and is committed to improving the academic standing of children by supporting them in developing the skills and confidence needed to reach their academic and personal goals. This will equip them to pursue opportunities that align with their aptitude and interests, thus providing them with a number of options for their future.

Our programs support and connect students, families, schools, and communities while using evidence‑based methods to achieve results for upper elementary school students so our students have access to resources vital to their growth and development. Over 90% of our students improve their reading levels each year with our support.

The Summer Camp Learning ROCKS Instructor reports to the Program Manager & Coordinator. Working closely with our small Program Team, you will:

• Co‑lead lessons and activities while providing direct support to approximately 20 students each day, including appropriate supervision and assistance during classroom and recreational activities.
• Provide meaningful guidance and support for volunteers.
• Supplement existing lesson plans and implement lessons, activities, guest speakers, and field trips in collaboration with program staff.
• Interact and communicate with parents, volunteers, visitors, and community organizations in accordance with Aspire’s values.
• Support program staff in collecting and maintaining program data.
• Assist in the daily maintenance of the Aspire classrooms.
• Comply with all applicable rules, regulations, and agreements of the organization.

• Passionate about investing in the growth and potential of Aspire students
• Committed to service
• Looking to gain marketable, hands‑on experience in the nonprofit, education, and/or childcare fields
• Self‑motivated, independent, flexible, and resourceful
• Able to communicate and interact with children, parents, teachers, volunteers, and program staff in a way that is consistent with Aspire’s values
• Good at managing your time and projects
• Able to support students in the classroom and while at local parks and on field trips and supervise students outside during the summer
• Comfortable and…