Residential Japanese Language Camp Counselor

Concordia College; Bemidji (MN); On-site; USD 13,000 - 16,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Meals provided

Paid training

Tuition discounts

Professional development

Visa sponsorship (J-1)

Job summary

Concordia Language Villages, a program of Concordia College, seeks a Japanese Summer Camp Counselor to create immersive language and cultural experiences for youth. You’ll lead language activities, model the target language, and foster a welcoming camp community with a dedicated team of staff.

You’ll supervise residents in a cabin setting, participate in meals and evening programs, and support safety and inclusivity for villagers from diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Completed two years of language study or equivalent fluency.
• Broad knowledge of the culture and activities of the language.
• At least 18 years of age.
• One year experience working with children.
• Previous attendance or work at Concordia Language Villages or another summer camp.

Responsibilities

• Speak the target language with children (“villagers”) and other staff members as much as possible
• Teach language through activities (art, sports,traditional culture) and interactive lessons
• Participate in all aspects of Village life, including meals, song times,evening programs, cultural presentations, and staff meetings.
• Lead games, Cabin Council and other activities to create a cabincommunity.
• Live in a cabin with villagers, as part of a counseling team, to provide supervision.
• Assist with light cleaning of the Village site (including cabins,bathrooms, activity areas, etc.) with villagers and counseling team to ensure asafe, hygienic space for everyone.
• Be a positive role model for desired behaviors among villagers,including the use of target language.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Judgment

Adaptability

Education

Language study fluency

Culture knowledge

Age requirement 18+

One year experience with children

Previous CLV/camp experience

Job description

Concordia Language Villages, a program of Concordia College, seeks a Japanese Summer Camp Counselor to create immersive language and cultural experiences for youth. You’ll lead language activities, model the target language, and foster a welcoming camp community with a dedicated team of staff.

You’ll supervise residents in a cabin setting, participate in meals and evening programs, and support safety and inclusivity for villagers from diverse backgrounds.