Job Title:
Summer Camp Counselor

Company: Amazing Athletes

Location: new york city, NY

Created: 2024-04-22

Job Type: Full Time

Job Description:

We are seeking dynamic, passionate, creative and responsible role models for our outdoor summer camp program located in downtown Manhattan. Must have experience working with children, preferably with an interestbackground inchild development or prior camp experience.Job Responsibilities:Supervising a group of 10-12 campers (in conjunction with other counselors)Plan outdoor activities or sports for groups of campersLeadengage group in daily activities including group games, arts and crafts, music fun and moreCoordinate with other staff on program implementationParticipate in all activities including support in vendorspecialist led programmingKeep campers safe at all timesFollow all camp guidelines, policies, safety plans and protocols completelySet a good example for campers and staff in terms of cleanliness, punctuality, manners, appropriate language, appropriate attire, etcAbout our summer camp:This is a super fun, super engaging outdoor weekly camp for ages 3 -12. Campers are divided into age-specific groups and enjoy a wide range of daily activities from sports and movement like soccer, volleyball, paddle tennis, flag football, fitness fun, yoga and more to interactive artscreative crafts and STEM programming, PLUS amazing outdoor adventures, water time, group games, musictheatre and so much more!Job Types: Temporary, Full-timeSalary: $600.00 per weekSchedule: 8 hour shift; Monday to FridayRequirementsRequired Experience:Group Childcare: 1 yearHigh School DiplomaMust be available from June 24th - August 30thMust Attend Pre-Camp Training DatesPreferred Experience:Calm, cool and collected disposition....with a smileProven experience as Camp Counselor or similar role working with childrenWorking knowledge of age-appropriate games or be ready to learn and leadMust be comfortable working mainly outdoors and moving about camp property on a daily basisMust be engaging, flexible and have the ability to pivot if need on a moments noticeAble to commit to full summer - June 26th - August 25th (No camp July 4th) 8:00 AM - 4:00 PMAttend mandatory training sessions week of June 19First AidCPR Certified or willing to be at onset of summerMust love working with kidsTeam Player, Awesome Energy, Ready for ALL!BenefitsCompetitive Pay, $16+ an hourYear-round working opportunities