Activity Coordinator

Tbha; California (MO); On-site; USD 60,060 - 61,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full room and board

Paid training

Experience with diverse cultures

Job summary

A summer education program is seeking an Activity Coordinator to lead students on tours and engage in various campus activities. This seasonal, full-time position requires strong communication and interpersonal skills to foster a positive environment for international students. Responsibilities include ensuring safety during activities, organizing events, and facilitating conversations. Candidates must be 18 years or older and have a high school diploma, with preference for customer service and summer camp experience. Full room and board provided for the duration.

Qualifications

• Authorization to work in the U.S. required.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Customer service experience strongly preferred.
• Summer camp or minors experience strongly preferred.
• Athletic, musical, theatrical, or artistic talent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead guided tours and campus activities.
• Interact with students professionally and enthusiastically.
• Ensure safety and emergency preparedness.
• Deliver contextual information during off-campus activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Customer service experience

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Overview

The Activity Coordinator position is the heart of our summer program at Brook Hill – blending all the best parts of being a summer camp counselor, tour guide, and resident assistant while meeting people from all over the world and helping them have the best summer vacation ever!

Who We’re Looking For

• A natural role model who is genuinely excited about the opportunity to meet people from around the world and learn about different cultures?
• Comfortable being silly in front of large groups and eager to have just as much fun as the students you are leading?
• An initiative‑taker who is able to be calm, collected, and flexible when things don’t go as planned?
• Confident in making decisions when appropriate and just as confident in asking for help when needed?
• Energetic and passionate about bringing positivity and care into every student interaction?
• If this sounds like you, we think you would enjoy and succeed in the Activity Coordinator role!

Position Details

This is a seasonal, full‑time, salaried, and in‑person position. Activity Coordinators lead students on guided tours, engage with them, lead campus activities, and assist with program logistics. Residing on campus is a requirement of the position.

Full room and board are provided for the duration of employment.

About Us

At The Brook Hill Alliance (formerly PLUS), we operate international education programs including Brook Hill Study Tours, an English language study and travel program for international high school students across North America. We are dedicated to creating vibrant, inclusive, and safe opportunities for students to grow academically, culturally, and personally.

Time Commitment

• Employment period ranges from 2 to 8 weeks during summer (mid‑June to early August), typically 4–6 weeks.
• Irregular and significant working hours, including nights and weekends. No vacation time during employment.
• One full day off per calendar week.
• Approximately 8 hours of paid online training before arrival.

Travel

• Regional travel required; all work‑related travel covered by Brook Hill.
• Residential employees cover travel to/from campus.

Compensation

• Wages $1,320–$1,360 per week.
• Housing and meals (full board) for the duration.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Standard Expectations:
  • Interact with participants professionally and enthusiastically.
  • Ensure safety and emergency preparedness.
  • Communicate policies clearly and respectfully.
  • Maintain discretion with sensitive information.
  • Assist as assigned.
• Off‑Campus Activities (Excursions):
  • Lead student and chaperone tours of local sights.
  • Deliver contextual information.
  • Ensure safety on site and during transit.
  • Coordinate logistics with drivers, hotels, etc.
  • Provide entertainment and respond to emergencies.
• On‑Campus Activities:
  • Organize and deliver orientation, talent shows, graduation ceremonies.
  • Plan and supervise recreational and sporting events.
• Student Engagement & Wellbeing:
  • Interact with students and chaperones daily.
  • Encourage English conversation practice.
  • Facilitate evening activities and supervise residence halls.
  • Participate in night duty on rotating basis.
• Office, Campus & Miscellaneous:
  • Attend staff meetings daily.
  • Assist with check‑in/check‑out and administrative tasks.
  • Create social media content.
  • Track expenses and provide guidance.

Qualifications and Desired Skills

• Authorization to work in the U.S. required.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• High school diploma required.
• Customer service experience strongly preferred.
• Summer camp or minors experience strongly preferred.
• International experience preferred.
• Athletic, musical, theatrical or artistic talent preferred.

Physical Demands

• Lifting 25 lbs.
• Standing, walking up stairs, stretching, and bending required.

Application Notes

We welcome a cover letter expressing your interest and outlining your strengths. The role requires strong interpersonal, communication, customer service, problem‑solving, and self‑motivation skills.