Summer Camp Counselor- Ranch House

Description

• Full-Time, Weekdays Only – Enjoy a 40-hour workweek, Monday-Friday. No weekends!
• Training & Development – Gain leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Make an Impact – Mentor and inspire campers through outdoor adventures, games, and activities
• Potential for advancement and returning in future seasons.
• Fun & Active Environment – Lead exciting activities, go on field trips, and work in a supportive, active environment.
• Seasonal Employee Benefits - Retirement Savings: Seasonal employees contribute 6.2%, matched by the District.
  Free access to outdoor pools, an indoor fitness center, and open space trails.

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Staff Training: May 26-29, June 19 (required)

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First Day of Camp: June 1, 2026

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Last Day of Camp: August 7, 2026

Campers enjoy active games, science, art, cooking, team building and more! Weekly schedules include swimming, tennis lessons, nature walks, and field trips to local and metro-area attractions, including zoos, candy factories, trampoline parks, and more. The Summer Camp Counselors get to lead campers through the activities and go on all the field trips with them, you get paid to have fun!

Under the direction of the Recreation Coordinator and leadership of the Lead Summer Camp Counselor, the Summer Camp Counselor is responsible for the daily instruction, activity facilitation, supervision, safety, and well‑being of the campers during the summer camp program.

• Implements fun, engaging and hands‑on age‑specific group activities (games, hikes, etc.) for 10 to 30 school‑age students in collaboration with the other counselors in both indoor and outdoor settings
• Maintains a safe environment for program participants and ensure that proper safety precautions are being followed during program, field trips, and all excursions
• Communicates effectively, professionally, and regularly with the supervisor, teammates, and families through verbal and written communication
• Transports students utilizing a District 14‑passenger minibus (if qualified, see below)
• Cultivates an inviting and nurturing environment for every child
• Attends staff meetings, training, and other applicable activities and meets all deadlines; keeps up to date with all required certification
• Follows the District’s philosophy of behavior management which includes positive reinforcement and redirection
• Consistently promotes a positive, professional image of the District and provide excellent customer service at all times

• Must be at least 18 years old and have at least three months of verified experience working with school age students (Group leader or teacher‑licensure certification a plus, but not required)
• Flexible and positive in an intense, dynamic, and sometimes stressful environment
• Enjoy working and playing outdoors with energetic people and children (including swimming)
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• Must exercise excellent judgment, diplomacy and sensitivity to all participants
• Desire to work and play hard in the sun each and every day!
• Availability to work for the full camp season listed above (time off policy is no more than 5 days requested)

• Be willing and qualified to drive a District 14‑passenger mini bus with passengers (minimum qualification is to be at least 20 years of age, have a valid driver's license, and pass an MVR)
• Must have excellent communication skills to build open and trusting relationships with children, parents, and other team members