Summer Camp Student Counselor

Position: Summer Camp Student Counselor 2026
Position Type:
Student Employment/Summer Camp Student Counselor

Date Posted:
3/26/2026

Location:
Hamtramck Public Schools
Position Summary

The Summer School Enrichment Camp Counselor supports the daily operations of the summer enrichment program by assisting staff, supervising students, and helping facilitate engaging educational and recreational activities. This role is designed to provide high school students with leadership experience and exposure to educational environments.

Summer Camp Counselor Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist teachers and program staff with organizing and implementing enrichment activities (arts, literacy, STEM, recreation, etc.)
• Supervise and engage with elementary or middle school students in a safe and supportive manner
• Lead small group activities and help maintain student participation and positive behavior
• Support transitions between activities, including setup and cleanup
• Serve as a positive role model for younger students
• Ensure adherence to program rules, safety procedures, and school policies
• Communicate effectively with staff regarding student needs or concerns

Essential Job Functions and Qualifications

• Current high school student in grades 10 12(as of June 22nd)
• Responsible, dependable, and punctual
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with peers and adults
• Interest in education, childcare, or leadership development preferred
• Prior experience working with children is a plus, but not required

Student Candidates

Interested and qualified students must apply submitting a letter of interest for the Summer Program along with a letter of recommendation from a teacher via Applitrack at

SALARY: Pay for these assignments will be $15 per hour.

Final date to receive applications: Friday, April 17, 2026 no later than 4:00 p.m.

The position may be funded through Summer Discovery

- AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
- It is the policy of Hamtramck Public Schools that no person shall on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, age, national origin or disability be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination, in employment in any of its programs or activities. Inquiries related to nondiscrimination should be related to the Title IX Coordinators;
Director of Human Resources, Hamtramck Public Schools 3201 Roosevelt, Hamtramck MI 48212 Phone  or Director of State and Federal Funding 9300 Conant, Hamtramck, MI 48212 Phone . Nondiscrimination inquiries related to disability should be directed to Section 504 Coordinator, Director of Student Services, 9300 Conant, Hamtramck, MI 48212 Phone .

James Larson-Shidler Interim Superintendent

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