Winter Camp Counselor: Lead Kids & Build Skills

Jewish Community Center of San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Jewish Community Center of San Francisco is hiring camp counselors for winter sessions serving campers in grades K through 5. The role focuses on creating a safe, engaging environment and supervising a variety of age-appropriate activities inside and outside the classroom.

The position emphasizes leadership development and meaningful youth interaction during a two-week camp period. Responsibilities include guiding groups, supporting lesson plans, and maintaining positive behavior while

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 with a valid work permit.
• Commit to one to two weeks of camp; priority to those available for more weeks.
• Experience working with children ages 5–15, preferably in a camp setting.
• Warm, open, and able to respond sensitively to diverse groups of children.
• Able to plan and facilitate group activities, be imaginative at play.

Responsibilities

• Be the primary role model for a group of campers, grades K through 5.
• Create a safe, supportive environment for campers.
• Plan, organize and supervise age-appropriate activities.
• Help lead lesson plans and support indoor and outdoor programming.
• Set clear limits and address behavioral challenges with supervisor guidance.
• Take on additional responsibilities as required.

Skills

Team player

Leadership

Experience with children

Adaptability

Imaginative play

Job description

The Jewish Community Center of San Francisco is hiring camp counselors for winter sessions serving campers in grades K through 5. The role focuses on creating a safe, engaging environment and supervising a variety of age-appropriate activities inside and outside the classroom.

The position emphasizes leadership development and meaningful youth interaction during a two-week camp period. Responsibilities include guiding groups, supporting lesson plans, and maintaining positive behavior while