Day Camp Counselor - Summer

United Parks & Resorts, Inc.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for enthusiastic individuals to join their team as Day Camp Counselors for the summer season. This exciting role involves facilitating camp activities for children, ensuring a fun and safe environment, and providing excellent guest service. You will play a key role in creating memorable experiences for campers aged Pre-K through 8th grade. If you are passionate about working with children and enjoy outdoor activities, this is the perfect opportunity to make a positive impact while enjoying the perks of free park admission and exclusive employee events. Join us and be part of a team that brings joy and excitement to families all summer long!

Benefits

FREE park admission

Discounts on park admission tickets

Park discounts on food and merchandise

Scholarship opportunities

Exclusive employee events and giveaways

Qualifications

• Must be at least 19 years old with a valid driver's license.
• Prior experience in childcare or similar fields preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate camp curriculum and activities for campers.
• Greet and welcome campers and parents at SeaWorld Camp.

Skills

Communication Skills

Guest Service Skills

Childcare Experience

CPR Certification

Organizational Skills

Education

One year of college experience

Job description

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SEASONAL POSITION

At SeaWorld, we're passionate about caring for animals. In fact, we've already rescued over 40,000 animals (and counting!). And we can save you from being stuck in just another job. Join us and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our Ambassadors. Join us and play an important part on our incredible team!

What you get to do

• Facilitate camp curriculum, including activities and crafts for campers Pre-K through 8th Grade.
• Utilize excellent communication and guest service skills (both oral and written).
• Organize and take inventory of program materials.
• Greet and welcome campers and parents who arrive for SeaWorld Camp programs.
• Maintain cleanliness of designated camp area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What it takes to succeed

• At least 19 years of age.
• Valid Driver's License with a good driving record and proof of insurance. Able to meet company driving guidelines.
• Ability to pass the CPR certification course.
• Ability to maintain full availability with no scheduling restrictions during the entire season.
• One (1) year of college experience preferred.
• At least six (6) months of prior experience working in childcare or similar fields.
• Able to stand and walk for an entire shift.
• Able to work indoors and outdoors, in varying weather, including extreme heat.
• Position engages in extensive walking and standing and climb/ascend heights. Climb ladders up to 6' and ascend stairways and reach above shoulders.
• Perform the following physical activities: kneeling, bending, squatting, bend floor-to-waist/waist-to-overhead, reach overhead, simple grasp and fine hand manipulation tasks (use of tools/keyboard/writing).
• Able to lift, push, and pull 25 pounds.
• Available to work varying shifts/hours based on business needs, including opening, mid, closing shifts, and holidays.

NOTE: Candidates must be available Monday thru Friday, May 19, 2025 thru August 15, 2025.

The perks of the position

• FREE park admission.
• Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends.
• Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
• Scholarship opportunities.
• Exclusive employee events and giveaways.

EEO Employer

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Temporary

Job function

• Other
• Industries: Individual and Family Services