Summer Camp Counselor, Hourly Employee

Charlottesville Waldorf School; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a vibrant summer camp team as a Camp Counselor, where your love for the outdoors and working with children will shine. In this role, you'll lead campers in various activities, ensuring their safety and enjoyment while fostering a nurturing environment. You'll collaborate with fellow counselors, plan engaging programs, and serve as a positive role model. This position offers a unique opportunity to inspire young minds and create memorable experiences in a beautiful natural setting. If you're energetic, creative, and passionate about childhood development, this is the perfect summer role for you!

Benefits

50% camp remission for up to 2 children

Outdoor work environment

Team collaboration

Leadership experience

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old, with experience working with children.
• Prior experience in outdoor education or informal education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in a day camp program and guide campers in activities.
• Ensure camper safety and maintain high energy levels throughout the day.

Skills

Experience working with children

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Creativity

Energy and enthusiasm

First Aid and CPR Certification

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Title: Summer Camp Counselor, Hourly Employee

Work Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday through Friday

Areas of Responsibility:

The summer staff counselors are to provide a leadership role in a day camp program. Counselors should express a true love and appreciation for outdoors and natural creation, and be able to work in an outdoor environment for long periods of time. He/she must have the ability to lift and carry equipment up to 35 pounds (cooler, program equipment, etc.), have the ability to observe and assess camper safety in all situations, and maintain high energy levels and enthusiasm for prolonged periods throughout the day. All staff members must be able to complete orientation and training, and complete a background check prior to the start of camp. The counselor should seek to understand the campers he/she works with and use the uniqueness of the camp setting and program to help fulfill the Summer at Waldorf mission which states: Our mission is to provide children with a summer camp experience that celebrates childhood, nature, artistic expression, and friendship.

Specific Duties:

• Assist in program planning based on pre-arranged educational/recreational themes.
• Guide campers in participation of all activities.
• Supervision of campers and activities at all times.
• Adapting programs to include all campers.
• Providing emotional support and encouragement to campers.
• Work as part of a team.
• Assist in tidying up after activities.
• Be familiar with the special needs, medical conditions, dietary concerns, etc., and act according to directions provided by the Camp Coordinator/parent or guardian.
• Be familiar with the Camp Code of Conduct and procedures for reporting behavioral-related incidents.
• Be a positive role model to campers and available to them at all times.
• Ensure that safety standards are maintained at all times.
• Report any accidents/incidents to the Camp Coordinator (incident reports).
• Other duties as required.

Required Meeting Attendance:

• One planning meeting in advance of camp schedule.
• Weekly meetings with Camp Coordinator and other counselors.

Guidelines for Faculty/Staff Conduct and Responsibility:

–are described in the CWS Faculty Handbook. These should be reviewed by applicants before employment is accepted.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age (16 to work as an aide).
• Experience in working with children.
• Prior experience in outdoor education, informal education, or classroom settings.
• Valid First Aid and CPR Certificates are a plus, but not required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be creative and energetic.

Remuneration:

Wage/Salary: $28/hour

• Tuition reduction: 50% camp remission for up to 2 children.

Charlottesville Waldorf School does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin in its hiring practices.