Summer Field Trip Camp Counselor - Montclair

Steve and Kate's Camps; Montclair (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at an innovative camp where you will guide children through exciting field trips and activities. This role is perfect for energetic individuals who enjoy working with kids and want to foster their independence and creativity. You'll have the chance to collaborate with like-minded peers while developing your leadership skills in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and ready to embrace fun and play, this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old and have experience working with children.
• First Aid & CPR certification required before the start of camp.

Responsibilities

• Chaperoning field trips and ensuring camper safety.
• Supervising campers and reporting any concerns.

Skills

Child Supervision

Team Collaboration

Leadership

Safety Monitoring

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Location: 155 Lorraine Ave., Montclair, NJ 07043

Field Trip Dates: 8/4/2025 (Mon) - 8/22/2025 (Fri)

Field Trip Hours: 8:45 am - 5:15 pm (actual shifts may vary)

Hourly Wage: $16.00 - $18.50 (determined using prior experience)

At Steve & Kate's, we put radical trust in kids so that they learn to trust themselves. Our Field Trip program honors that philosophy by exposing campers to activities and spaces that awaken their curiosity and passions. We value empowering our staff to be their whole authentic selves because everyone in our community needs to feel included! Sound like something you can get behind? If so, we're looking for team members who are motivated babysitters, teachers, coaches, students, athletes, artists, and anyone ready to play hard and be goofy. As a Steve & Kate's staff member, you'll sharpen your inherent leadership skills, learn some new ones, and collaborate with interesting people, all while immersing yourself in creativity and play.

Job Responsibilities:

Staff members will be responsible for chaperoning field trips, making connections, and monitoring safety and wellness.You'll travel by bus to multiple stops, all while having fun with kids.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Actively supervising campers
• Ensure compliance with Camp Policies
• Reporting & Recording details of notable concerns or incidents, and of injuries to campers, other staff members, or self
• Keeping track and being aware of camper allergies and dietary restrictions

How do you know if you're the right candidate?

• Does the idea of guiding kids while they make decisions for themselves excite you?
• Are you calm under pressure and able to calm those around you?
• Are you comfortable leading groups of kids on your own while still collaborating with a team?
• Are you passionate about sharing your knowledge & learning something new (even if a third grader is doing the teaching)?

Job Requirements:

• At least 16 years of age
• Minimum of 2 months experience working with camp-age children, with 1 year preferred, in either a professional, personal or volunteer setting.
• First Aid & CPR certified prior to Day 1 of Camp (some locations may require additional certifications)
• By applying and accepting an offer you are giving Steve & Kate's permission or email or text you