Summer Camp Aide

Archdiocese of St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 12,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a Part-Time Summer Camp Aide for their summer camp program. The role focuses on supporting student supervision and facilitating engaging activities while ensuring a safe and welcoming environment. Ideal candidates are energetic, dependable, and committed to the school’s mission. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on children's social and emotional development. If you are passionate about working with children and creating enjoyable experiences, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• At least 16 years of age or school-required minimum.
• Experience working with children in recreational settings preferred.
• Commitment to the mission and values of the academy.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Dep​endable, energetic, and patient with children.
• Commitment to supporting the mission and values of Holy Cross Academy.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supervising children during summer camp activities.
• Support implementation of age-appropriate activities.
• Help maintain a safe and organized camp environment.
• Assist camp leaders with preparation and cleanup of activities, materials, and shared spaces.
• Monitor student behavior and reinforce camp rules and expectations consistently.
• Ensure the safety and well‑being of campers at all times.
• Communicate respectfully and professionally with staff, administration, and families.
• Follow school policies, safety procedures, and supervision guidelines.
• Model positive behavior and contribute to a supportive camp culture.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

Dependable, energetic, and patient with children

Energetic with children

Education

Must be at least 16 years of age

Experience in camp or childcare setting (preferred)

Job description

St Louis, MO, US, 63123-2719

Job Summary

The Part-Time Summer Camp Aide at Holy Cross Academy supports the daily operations of the school’s summer camp program by assisting with student supervision, activities, and safety. This role helps create a positive, structured, and engaging environment that supports children’s social, emotional, and physical development while reflecting the values and mission of the school.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist in supervising children during summer camp activities, including indoor and outdoor play, field trips, and transitions.
• Support the implementation of age-appropriate activities that encourage teamwork, creativity, and positive behavior.
• Help maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming camp environment.
• Assist camp leaders with preparation and cleanup of activities, materials, and shared spaces.
• Monitor student behavior and reinforce camp rules and expectations consistently.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of campers at all times.
• Communicate respectfully and professionally with camp staff, administration, and families as directed.
• Follow all school policies, safety procedures, and child supervision guidelines.
• Model positive behavior and contribute to a supportive camp culture.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age (or school-required minimum age).
• Experience working with children in a camp, childcare, school, or recreational setting (preferred).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Dependable, energetic, and patient with children.
• Commitment to supporting the mission and values of Holy Cross Academy.

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.

Pre-Employment Screening

All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.