Lead Summer Camp Counselor - San Mateo

Kidizens Summer Camp Counselor – Lead LEGO City-Building, Inspire Young Minds!

Are you a creative, high-energy individual who loves working with kids? Do you have a passion for teaching and want to make a lasting impact this summer? If yes, then Kidizens is the place for you!

Join Kidizens, an exciting and innovative summer camp where kids create their own LEGO city while learning about civics, leadership, and problem-solving. Kidizens is a unique, innovative enrichment program for 1st through 5th graders (ages 5-11) where “kid citizens” create an entire LEGO city over the course of the week while learning about civics, (city planning, government), entrepreneurship, economics, business, environment, and much more.

As a Lead Summer Camp Counselor, you’ll have the opportunity to work closely with children (ages 6-12), guiding them through fun, hands-on learning activities that combine LEGO building, city planning, and lessons on government, business, economics, and the environment. You’ll inspire the next generation of leaders while gaining valuable experience in project-based learning, teamwork, and educational leadership.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Lead a group of approximately 20-24 kids, helping them navigate city-building projects and educational activities.
• Collaborate with a dynamic team of assistant counselors and interns to deliver a high-quality, engaging camp experience.
• Deliver interactive lessons on civics, leadership, and sustainability through creative LEGO building challenges.
• Foster a fun, safe, and positive environment while encouraging critical thinking, teamwork, and creativity.

Ideal Candidate:

We look for educators, professionals, and ambitious college students with prior summer camp experience and/or political science, psychology, anthropology, environmental science, or arts degrees.

In addition, an ideal candidate is:

• Passionate about working with children and nurturing their creativity.
• A strong communicator who can keep kids engaged and excited.
• Able to manage a classroom and guide children through activities with confidence.
• A LEGO enthusiast? (Not required, but you’d be in good company!)
• Previous experience in camp or classroom settings.

Compensation Details:

• Competitive pay ($20-$23/hour, commensurate with experience)
• Hours: Minimum commitment of 34 - 40 hours per week
• Employment Dates: June 8th - August 21st
• Training: Last week of May / Early June depending on availability
• Locations all over the bay area
• Professional development opportunity – Work with a creative, passionate team in a fun, fast-paced, hands-on environment
• Educators - Unique opportunity to gain exposure to project-based learning teaching practices and an opportunity for longer-term position

Ready to inspire the next generation? Apply today!

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• In less than 100 words, what would you say is your biggest accomplishment?
• What do you think are the most important responsibilities a

summer camp counselor has? Even if you have limited teaching/classroom
experience so far, we would love to hear your overall philosophy!

• Check out our website (www.kidizens.com)! Based on what you see there, why do you think you would be a good fit to work at Kidizens?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person