French Immersion Camp Lead — Summer Leadership

Concordia College; Bemidji (MN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided during residential</n

Meals provided during residential</n

Paid training and orientation

Tuition discounts

Professional development

J-1 visa sponsorship

Job summary

Concordia Language Villages, a program of Concordia College, is seeking a Program Leadership team member for the French Voyageur Summer Camp. You will guide language immersion experiences, support staff, and collaborate with Village leadership to craft engaging cultural activities.

The role emphasizes mentoring, planning, and living in a camp community, with opportunities to advance leadership skills and contribute to a meaningful youth development program.

Qualifications

• Previous Concordia Language Villages experience (staff or participant).
• Bachelor’s degree or international equivalent.
• Ability to communicate effectively both in English and the target language with adults and children.

Responsibilities

• Speak the target language with villagers and staff as much as possible.
• Collaborate with the dean to develop pre-summer planning and preparation.
• Organize and supervise the proficiency-based villager placement process.
• Participate in all aspects of Village life including meals, song times, evening programs, cultural presentations, and staff meetings.
• Under the dean’s direction, supervise staff, assist with staff training and coaching.
• Be a positive role model for desired behaviors among villagers, including use of the target language.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Conflict resolution

Interpersonal skills

Staff mentoring

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree or international equivalent

English + target language proficiency

Driver’s license (preferred)

Job description

Concordia Language Villages, a program of Concordia College, is seeking a Program Leadership team member for the French Voyageur Summer Camp. You will guide language immersion experiences, support staff, and collaborate with Village leadership to craft engaging cultural activities.

The role emphasizes mentoring, planning, and living in a camp community, with opportunities to advance leadership skills and contribute to a meaningful youth development program.