Summer Camp Group Leader: Lead Kids & Mentor Team

Camp Sewataro; Sudbury (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Camp Sewataro seeks a Group Leader to guide campers from preschool through middle school, supervise a team of assistant counselors, and foster a positive, developmental environment for each child.

You will lead activities, support behavior and social-emotional growth, and coach junior staff. This role emphasizes leadership, teamwork, and effective communication in a summer camp setting.

Qualifications

• Must be dependable and enthusiastic about working with children.
• CPR certification required.
• Previous experience in teaching, coaching, childcare, summer camps, or youth programs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily activities, games, swimming, and outdoor adventures.
• Support camper behavior, social-emotional learning, and positive group dynamics.
• Supervise and mentor assistant counselors, developing your team leadership and communication skills.
• Practice classroom management, conflict resolution, and age-appropriate behavior management strategies.
• Collaborate with supervisors to support each camper's growth and success.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Youth development

Communication

Problem-solving

Group management

Job description

Camp Sewataro seeks a Group Leader to guide campers from preschool through middle school, supervise a team of assistant counselors, and foster a positive, developmental environment for each child.

You will lead activities, support behavior and social-emotional growth, and coach junior staff. This role emphasizes leadership, teamwork, and effective communication in a summer camp setting.