Creative Arts Program Counselor

The Berkeley Carroll School is a Pre-K through grade 12 college-preparatory school of approximately 1,000 students located in the Park Slope section of New York City. Our vibrant intellectual community draws students from all over the city, admission to the school is competitive, and both our parents and students value achievement and community.

The Berkeley Carroll School is seeking a full‑time Counselor for its summer Creative Arts Program (CAP). Counselors provide support to campers and teachers throughout the day in this highly engaging and inspiring summer program for students entering grades three (3) through nine (9). They help oversee the safety and well‑being of CAP campers as they move through their daily schedule, and they provide support for CAP course instructors during class time.

• Supervise campers during the camp day
• Support all CAP programming, including arrival/dismissal, noontime (a daily talent/variety show), lunch, and CAP courses
• Provide support for teachers in assigned classes
• Provide mentorship for Counselors in Training (CIT’s) throughout the summer
• Assist the Instructors in daily administration of the summer programs, including but not limited to ensuring the well‑being and safety of all participants, assisting with courses, maintaining a fun and safe environment for the participants, keeping facilities clean, and assisting with signing participants in and out each day
• Report any incidents or accidents to appropriate program personnel
• Maintain awareness of participant allergies, medications and emergency contact information
• Perform other camp duties, as assigned

June 29 - July 31, 2026

M - F: 8:30am - 4:30pm

Counselors must be available to work the full summer and must be available the week of June 20 for mandatory staff orientation (specific dates and times to be determined).

• Must be at least a rising 12th grade high school student
• Must have a minimum of one of the following:
  • one season of previous experience at a children’s camp
  • one year of experience as a babysitter, nanny or child care provider
  • one year of experience working with children in an after school program or similar educational setting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to build positive relationships with campers, families, and team members
• Confident enforcing camp rules and upholding Berkeley Carroll’s values with kindness, fairness, and consistency
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems calmly and effectively, using sound judgment and appropriate decision-making
• Ability to mentor and support CIT’s, fostering a collaborative and positive team environment
• Energetic, enthusiastic, and adaptable

Berkeley Carroll is committed to creating an environment that includes a diversity of perspectives and to cultivating an equitable, inclusive learning community in which everyone has a true sense of belonging. Candidates with a demonstrated commitment to, and experience with, diversity, equity or inclusion work are especially encouraged to apply.

This is a seasonal position with a salary of $3,275/summer for incoming counselors and $3,375/summer for returning counselors.

Learn more about our Summer Program here !