Great Adventures Lead Counselor

Congo Camp; Falls Church (VA); Presencial; USD 17 000 - 21 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Great Adventures is seeking a dedicated Camp Counselor to support daily activities for rising JK and Kindergarten campers. You will follow the program director's plan, supervise groups, and help maintain a warm, inclusive environment.

You will prepare materials, assist with transitions, and ensure safety and confidentiality while collaborating with junior counselors and camp leadership throughout the season.

Qualificações

• Experience with early childhood groups (ages 4-6) in camp, classroom, childcare or recreation settings.
• Clear, patient communicator and team collaborator; calm and responsive under pressure.
• Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification or ability to obtain before season and maintain throughout employment.

Responsabilidades

• Facilitate daily GA activity blocks (morning meeting, centers, crafts, indoor/outdoor play, story time, rest/quiet time).
• Maintain constant supervision and positive group management; model routines and social-emotional skills.
• Prepare classroom materials, set up/clean up activity areas, and keep spaces organized and sanitized.
• Monitor safety (playground and classroom); report hazards or maintenance issues; complete incident/accident reports as directed.
• Communicate promptly with the GA Program Director and camp leadership; maintain confidentiality.
• Coordinate with assigned Junior Counselors for smooth transitions and inclusive participation.
• Support arrival/dismissal, snack/lunch, and transitions as per GA procedures.
• Meet or exceed ACA practices and Virginia child day program licensing standards.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality; be punctual, prepared, and flexible; perform other duties as assigned.

Conhecimentos

Early childhood exp.

Team collaboration

Clear communication

Calm under pressure

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the role

Great Adventures (GA) serves rising Junior Kindergarten and Kindergarten campers in a classroom-based setting. GA Counselors deliver daily routines and activities planned by the Great Adventures Program Director, focusing on warm, developmentally appropriate care, smooth transitions, and a playful, inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate daily GA activity blocks as directed by the GA Program Director (morning meeting, centers, crafts, indoor/outdoor play, story time, rest/quiet time).


• Maintain constant supervision and positive group management; model routines and social-emotional skills.


• Prepare classroom materials, set up/clean up activity areas, and keep spaces organized and sanitized.


• Monitor safety (playground and classroom); identify and report hazards or maintenance issues; complete incident/accident reports as directed.


• Communicate promptly and professionally with the GA Program Director and camp leadership; maintain confidentiality.


• Coordinate with assigned Junior Counselors for smooth transitions, role clarity, and inclusive participation.


• Support arrival/dismissal, snack/lunch procedures, and indoor/ outdoor transitions per GA procedures.


• Meet or exceed ACA practices and Virginia child day program licensing standards.


• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality; be punctual, prepared, and flexible; perform other duties as assigned by the Camp Director or designee.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with early childhood groups (ages 4-6) in camp, classroom, childcare, or recreation settings.


• Clear, patient communicator and team collaborator; calm and responsive under pressure.


• Pediatric First Aid/CPR (or able to obtain before the season and maintain throughout employment).


• Organized and safety-minded; comfortable indoors/outdoors and moving classroom/play equipment.

Eligibility:

Must be at least 18 years old by the first day of employment and able to pass required background/screening checks per School and Virginia regulations.