Summer Day Camp Head Instructor/Camp Counselor
Listed on 2026-06-12
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Education / Teaching
Summer Seasonal, Child Development/Support, Youth Development, Education Administration
Summer Day Camp 2026 Head Instructor/Camp Counselor
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 2 years.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval.
Position InformationJob Title:
Summer Day Camp 2026 Head Instructor/Camp Counselor
Appointment Type:
Student Employee
Pay Method:
Hourly
Pay Period: 16th - 15th of the following month
Pay Date:
Last working day of the month
Remote or Hybrid option?:
Min Hourly Rate: $15.05 (Standard); $14.05 (Non-Urban); $16.30 (Portland Metro)
Max Hourly Rate: $21.50 (Standard); $21.00 (Non-Urban); $22.00 (Portland Metro)
Position SummaryThis recruitment will be used to fill multiple part-time (a maximum of 20 hours per week during academic terms and up to 40 hours per week during academic breaks and summer) Student Outreach Assistant positions for the Kid Spirit Program in the Division of Extension and Engagement at Oregon State University (OSU).
The Youth Program Instructor (Summer Day Camp Lead Instructor including but not limited to Sports, Art, Science, Swimming, Archery and Camp Counselors) is responsible for delivering high‑quality instruction and support to youth while fostering a safe, supportive, and growth‑oriented environment. The position requires strong communication, critical thinking, teamwork, and a commitment to ongoing professional development. Responsibilities include lesson planning, safety response, equipment management, program promotion, and effective collaboration with staff, families, and supervisors.
This posting is for those applicants interested in applying to be a camp counselor or head instructor.
Weekly work hours are a maximum of 40 hours per week during the summer based on student’s summer school enrollment. There are part time opportunities at 20 hours per week.
Kid Spirit’s goal is to provide a quality and safe environment for all campers, parents, and staff. Employees should always be prepared and willing to respond to the unexpected.
The Youth Program Instructor (Summer Day Camp Lead Instructor including but not limited to Sports, Art, Science, Swimming, Archery, theater, dance and Camp Counselors) is responsible for delivering high‑quality instruction and support to youth while fostering a safe, supportive, and growth‑oriented environment. The position requires strong communication, critical thinking, teamwork, and a commitment to ongoing professional development. Responsibilities include lesson planning, safety response, equipment management, program promotion, and effective collaboration with staff, families, and supervisors.
Kid Spirit prides itself in challenging its employees to grow as individuals while gaining professional experience.
The Division of Extension and Engagement (Division) is core to Oregon State University’s mission. The Division helps create real solutions and positive impact across Oregon and beyond. The Division is aligned under the leadership of the Vice Provost for Extension and Engagement. To learn more about our division and its core units and initiatives, please visit our website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Kid Spirit is a unit within the Division of Extension and Engagement.
The mission of Kid Spirit is to be a leader in providing young people with intentional, high-quality, equitable learning experiences that promote positive interactions among adults and peers.
This posting is for those applicants interested in applying to be a camp counselor or head instructor.
Transferable Skill DevelopmentOSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are…
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