Summer Camp Counselor-NCE

Newton Public Schools; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic Summer Camp Counselors to supervise and engage children aged 5-14 in various activities. This role requires excellent communication and problem-solving skills, along with a passion for creating memorable experiences for campers. Counselors will work under the guidance of class instructors, ensuring a safe and enjoyable environment while participating in activities like arts, crafts, and sports. Join a dedicated team committed to fostering an inclusive community and making a positive impact on youth. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to children's growth during the summer months.

Qualifications

• Experience in a recreational setting with children is preferred.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to maintain high energy.

Responsibilities

• Create a fun and safe environment for campers.
• Participate actively in camp activities like STEM and arts.
• Communicate incidents and accidents promptly.

Skills

Experience working with children

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Reliability and punctuality

Ability to maintain energy

Job description

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About Our Counselors

NCE counselors are responsible for supervising and guiding children, ages 5-14, under the direction of their class instructors or coaches with activities such as arts, crafts, sports, games, and STEM. They are passionate about kids' experiences at camp; organized, flexible and able to problem-solve; calm under pressure; effective communicators with adults, fellow counselors and campers; and have experience working with children. Counselors are ultimately supervised by the Enrichment or Full Day Sports Camp Director.

About Newton Community Education

Our mission is to build a strong, inclusive community through learning, enrichment, and connection. We are a self-sustaining arm of the Newton Public Schools, dedicated to lifelong learning and committed to providing access for all youth of all abilities, races, language backgrounds, genders, and income levels.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience working with children, preferably in a recreational setting
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Able to receive and implement feedback from NCE staff members
• Positive, collaborative, and flexible
• Ability to commit to full duration of work
• Consistent, reliable and punctual
• Able to maintain attention and a high level of energy or excitement for extended periods of time
• Clean CORI/SORI/fingerprint background check

Essential Job Duties

• Participate in mandatory NCE summer staff orientation on Saturday, June 21, 2025, and other planning meetings
• Create a fun, engaging, and safe space for campers
• Participate actively in camp activities (e.g., STEM, sports, arts)
• Arrive 15 minutes before camp (8:15 am) and stay 15 minutes after (3:45 pm) if needed
• Follow camp regulations and policies, including check-in, drop-off, attendance, and lunch protocols
• Model adherence to cell phone rules; NCE is a phone-free camp
• Communicate incidents and accidents promptly
• Oversee respectful use of facilities

Pay Rate

$15-19/hour, based on experience and skill set. Camp hours are 8:15 am - 3:45 pm. Payment is based on attendance; breaks and lunch are paid. The final hourly rate will be communicated by the Summer Program Coordinator.

Newton Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and actively recruit qualified minority staff. Assistance in applying is available through the district HR office.