Summer Camp Language Counselor – Immersive Culture Leader

Concordia College; Bemidji (MN); On-site; USD 6,400 - 8,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided during residential-em

Meals provided during residential em

Paid training and orientation

Tuition discounts for participants

Professional development and intercocn

Job summary

Concordia Language Villages, a program of Concordia College, seeks a Summer Camp Junior Counselor to help create an immersive language experience for youth in Bemidji, MN. You will lead language-focused activities, support overnight supervision, and participate in all aspects of camp life, fostering a welcoming, culturally rich environment.

Ideal candidates are 16+ years old, with some language study, and a strong desire to develop leadership and teamwork skills in a dynamic summer camp setting.

Qualifications

• Two years of language study or equivalent; broad knowledge of the target language culture.
• Turned at least 16 years of age and completed junior year of high school.
• Eligible to work in United States.

Responsibilities

• Speak the target language with villagers and staff as much as possible.
• Co-teach language through activities with assistance from staff.
• Co-lead games, Cabin Council and other activities to create cabin community.
• Participate in all aspects of Village life, including meals, song times, and staff meetings.
• Live in a cabin with villagers and provide overnight supervision.
• Assist with light cleaning to maintain a safe, hygienic space.
• Be a positive role model for desired behaviors.

Skills

Speak target language with villagers

Co-teach language through activities

Co-lead games and activities

Live in cabin with villagers overnight

Be a positive role model

Strong interpersonal skills

Maturity and good judgment

Adaptability in changing situations

Education

Completed two years of language study or equivalent

Turned at least 16 years of age

Eligible to work in United States

Job description

Concordia Language Villages, a program of Concordia College, seeks a Summer Camp Junior Counselor to help create an immersive language experience for youth in Bemidji, MN. You will lead language-focused activities, support overnight supervision, and participate in all aspects of camp life, fostering a welcoming, culturally rich environment.

Ideal candidates are 16+ years old, with some language study, and a strong desire to develop leadership and teamwork skills in a dynamic summer camp setting.