Summer Camp Counselor or Junior Counselor

Oakhall; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Oakhall is looking for Summer Day Camp Counselors for its Summer Program in Gainesville, FL. Counselors will manage a small group of children, planning daily activities to ensure a fun and engaging summer experience. Candidates should be enthusiastic, possess leadership qualities, and be physically prepared for outdoor activities in varying conditions.

Qualifications

• Experience working with elementary-age children.
• Availability for all weeks & sessions of the camp program.
• Desire to work with children in a day camp setting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement daily lessons and activities.
• Maintain clean and safe activity site.
• Ensure accurate camper attendance.

Skills

Leadership

Sound Judgment

Enthusiasm

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

CPR/FA/AED Child/Adult Certification

Job description

Job Details

Level: Experienced

Job Location: 1700 SW 75TH ST., BUILDING B - GAINESVILLE, FL

Position Type: Seasonal

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $14.50 - $15.00 Hourly

Job Category: Education

Description

The Oak Hall Summer Program is pleased to announce that it has openings for summer camp positions listed below.

• Summer Day Camp Counselors in several specialty areas listed below. Counselor will be responsible for a group of approximately 8 kids (ages 3-12) daily including the planning and management of 4 daily activity classes. FT Hours would be 8:30-4:15 three times weekly, 7:30-4:15 one day weekly, and 8:30-6:00 one day weekly. Salary is $14.50/hour for Junior Counselor and $15.00/hour for the Counselor position. We are looking for people with expertise in arts & crafts, outdoor education, indoor & outdoor sports, and enrichment (2)

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate daily lessons and activities based on program objectives and mission (OHLS Counselors)
• Determine and submit supply orders - update supply inventory and needs on a weekly basis or as directed otherwise
• Maintain clean, safe, fun, and engaging activity site
• If applicable, integrate summer theme into daily lesson plans
• Maintain an accurate roster of camper attendance in group and class settings
• Work cooperatively with fellow camp staff
• Maintain and manage classroom property and supplies (includes all set up, clean up, and end of summer camp closing)
• Actively assist and participate, as directed, during extended camp care, recess, lunch, special events, etc
• Attend all staff meetings
• Attend all staff orientations (mandatory for employment)
• Wear appropriate camp attire and designated camp tee shirt as required
• Ride on school bus and attend all camp trips as required.
• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Previous experience working with elementary-age children
• Demonstrate leadership qualities and sound judgment
• Availability to work for all weeks & sessions of camp program
• Enthusiastic, mature, and flexible in terms of schedule and program delivery.
• Desire to work with children in a day camp setting
• CPR/FA/AED Child/Adult Certification

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Required to sit, talk, hear and visually intercept visitors.
• Both close and distance vision is required
• Works in a highly stressful environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts
• Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 obs.
• Work in a traditional climate controlled CLASSROOM environment
• Work primarily in outside weather conditions, including extreme heat
• Tasks involve the ability to exert heavy physical effort, including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials weighing 20 to 50 pounds.