Swim Instructor Assistant

Commonpoint Queens; Orangeburg (NY); On-site; USD 24,552 - 31,527; Part time

Job summary

Commonpoint Queens is seeking a Counselor for the Henry Kaufmann Campgrounds at Island Quest Day Camp in Orangeburg, NY. The role involves planning and implementing educational activities for campers and requires 1-3 years of childcare experience. Candidates should be rising high school seniors or older. This in-person position offers a competitive salary range of $2,200-$2,825, with a work schedule from June 29th to August 21st, Monday to Friday, 9:00 am - 3:30 pm. Join us to foster a nurturing environment for children.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of childcare experience required.
• Rising senior in high school or older.

Responsibilities

• Support assigned duties accurately and efficiently.
• Work effectively with supervisors and coworkers.
• Help deliver swim programs and assess camper abilities.

Skills

Childcare experience

Bilingual

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title

Counselor – Henry Kaufmann Campgrounds

Classification

14B – Swim Instructor Assistant

Salary Range: $2,200-$2,825 | Starting Salary: $2,200

About Commonpoint

At Commonpoint, community is at the heart of everything we do. With more than 90 program sites and flagship locations in Little Neck, Bayside, Forest Hills, East Elmhurst, and Jamaica, we proudly serve over 125,000 individuals each year. From early childhood to older adulthood, we support people from all walks of life on their journeys from crisis to stability and empowerment. Our wide range of programs, spanning social services, education, and recreation, reflects our mission to build a more connected, inclusive, and thriving community for all.

About the Role

Commonpoint is hiring a Counselor situated within Island Quest Day Camp. Island Quest Day Camp plays a vital role in providing a high quality camp experience. The individual hired as Counselor will be part of a group sharing in the planning and implementation of a nurturing, educational environment, which fosters optimum social, emotional, physical and intellectual development of each camper in the group. This role reports directly to their Group Leader.

Role Responsibilities

• Support agency initiatives by carrying out assigned duties accurately and efficiently, following established processes, contributing to data collection, reporting, or documentation as required.
• Use agency resources responsibly, following established procedures, safeguarding equipment and materials, and supporting cost‑effective operations.
• Work effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and cross‑department teams to ensure clear communication, timely task completion, and a positive, respectful work environment.
• Follow all safety protocols, policies, and procedures to maintain a safe work environment for staff, partners, and the public, and promptly report concerns or incidents.
• Attend all pre‑camp orientations on June 7th, June 14th, and June 28th.
• Work all days – Monday‑Friday 9:00 am‑3:30 pm June 29th to August 21st and reachable by phone until 6:30 pm.
• Help deliver a fun, engaging, and skill‑building swim program for campers.
• Help assess and monitor the swim abilities of campers and staff.
• Assist creative, progressive aquatics activities.

Qualifications & Key Attributes

Minimum Qualifications

• 1–3 years of childcare experience.
• Rising senior in high school or older.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Commonpoint role is a plus.
• Bilingual preferred.

Key Attributes

• Consistently shows up prepared, follows through on assigned responsibilities, and meets expectations within established timelines.
• Responds effectively to changing priorities, learns new tasks quickly, and applies feedback to improve performance.
• Adheres to safety protocols, policies, and ethical standards, and represents the agency professionally in all interactions.

Compensation & Benefits

Commonpoint offers competitive base salaries benchmarked against comparable nonprofit organizations in the New York metropolitan area. Salaries are determined based on internal and external equity, as well as each position’s scope, qualifications, and organizational impact. We believe in compensating staff fairly and consistently, ensuring that all salary decisions align with our mission‑driven commitment to equity and transparency.

To maintain fairness across the organization, salary offers are set according to established salary bands and are not subject to negotiation. New hires typically start near the beginning of the salary range to allow for growth based on performance, professional development, and tenure.

Working Conditions & Job Details

Working Conditions

• Outdoors – be prepared to do lots of walking.
• Exposures encountered such as loud noise or extreme heat.
• Essential physical requirements, such as climbing, standing, stooping, or swimming.
• Late nights or overnights will be needed and dependent on the group placement.
• Bus transportation from local hubs offered.

Job Details

Working schedule: Mon‑Fri, 8:30 am‑4 pm June 29th to Aug 20th.

Non‑Union Position.

In Person.

Commonpoint is an equal opportunity employer.