French Summer Camp Counselor - Live Onsite & Immersive

Concordia College; Bemidji (MN); On-site; USD 7,500 - 9,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided during residential-em

Meals provided during residential-em

Paid training and orientation

Tuition discounts for CLV programs

Job summary

Concordia Language Villages in Bemidji, Minnesota invites applications for a Summer Camp Junior Counselor. This seasonal role supports immersive language experiences for youths aged 16–17, guiding language activities, games, and cultural programs while living with campers in residential housing.

You’ll gain hands-on leadership experience, work with a team of counselors, and contribute to a welcoming camp community during Summer 2027.

Qualifications

• Two years of language study or equivalent; broad knowledge of the culture and activities of the target language.
• Turned at least 16 years of age and completed junior year of high school.
• Eligible to work in United States.

Responsibilities

• Speak the target language with villagers and staff as much as possible.
• Co-teach language through activities with assistance from other staff members.
• Co-lead games, Cabin Council and other activities to create a cabin community.
• Participate in all aspects of Village life, including meals, song times, evening programs, cultural presentations, and staff meetings.
• Live in a cabin with villagers, with the counseling team, to provide overnight supervision.
• Assist with light cleaning of the Village site with villagers and counseling team to ensure a safe, hygienic space for everyone.
• Be a positive role model for desired behaviors among villagers, including the use of target language.

Skills

French language

Education

Two years of language study

Turned at least 16 years old

Eligible to work in United States

Job description

Concordia Language Villages in Bemidji, Minnesota invites applications for a Summer Camp Junior Counselor. This seasonal role supports immersive language experiences for youths aged 16–17, guiding language activities, games, and cultural programs while living with campers in residential housing.

You’ll gain hands-on leadership experience, work with a team of counselors, and contribute to a welcoming camp community during Summer 2027.