Lead Teacher

Country Life Kids Camp; Medina (OH); On-site; USD 7,935,000 - 11,021,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Make a lasting impact

Creative outdoor teaching

Supportive mission-driven team

Purposeful and fun summer experience

Job summary

A summer camp organization in Medina, Ohio seeks a Lead Teacher to guide campers ages 6-13 in an engaging, faith-based environment. Responsibilities include leading daily activities, teaching hands-on lessons, and fostering positive relationships. Ideal candidates will have experience with children, strong leadership skills, and a passion for youth development. The role is seasonal (June–August), Monday–Friday, with flexible part-time scheduling. A background check is required; valid driver's license needed. Competitive pay based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in a classroom, camp, or youth setting.
• Ability to obtain First Aid/CPR certification.
• Must pass a background check.
• Comfortable working outdoors for extended periods.
• Commitment to faith-based instruction and values.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to obtain First Aid/CPR certification.
• Successful completion of a background check.
• Seasonal summer position (June–August).
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; AM/PM options; no weekends.
• 1099 Sub-Contractor role.
• Pay negotiable based on experience.
• Residency within 20 miles of Medina; on-site at Country Life Kids Camp.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise 15–20 campers each day.
• Teach hands-on lessons and activities.
• Model positive character and Christian values.
• Communicate with families during daily drop‑off and pickup
• Maintain a safe, engaging, and structured camp environment
• Collaborate with camp leadership and support daily operations

Skills

Experience working with children

Strong leadership and classroom management

Passion for teaching and youth development

Comfortable working outdoors

Background check clearance

Faith-based instruction

Job description

Country Life Kids Camp is hiring a Lead Teacher to guide a group of campers ages 6–13 through a fun, structured, and faith-based summer camp experience. This role is ideal for educators and youth leaders who love teaching, being outdoors, and building meaningful relationships with children.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a group of 15–20 campers each day
• Teach and facilitate hands‑on lessons, games, and activities
• Model positive character, leadership, and Christian values
• Communicate with families during daily drop‑off and pickup
• Maintain a safe, engaging, and structured camp environment
• Collaborate with camp leadership and support daily operations

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a classroom, camp, or youth setting
• Strong leadership and classroom management skills
• Passion for teaching, mentoring, and youth development
• Comfortable working outdoors for extended periods
• Commitment to faith‑based instruction and values
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Ability to obtain First Aid/CPR certification
• Successful completion of a background check
• Seasonal summer position (June–August)
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Weekday schedule set by the Camp Director, and the position offers flexibility with an AM or PM part‑time schedule. No weekends
• 1099 Sub‑Contractor role
• Pay negotiable based on experience
• Applicants must reside within 20 miles of Medina, as this role will be on‑site at Country Life Kids Camp

Why Join Us

• Make a lasting impact on children
• Teach creatively in an outdoor, hands‑on environment
• Be part of a supportive, mission‑driven team
• Enjoy a summer filled with purpose and fun