camp counselor intern

Scripps Ranch Swim and Racquet Club

About usScripps Ranch Swim and Racquet Club is a membership-based organization in San Diego, CA with two locations in Scripps Ranch. We operate day camps, licensed child care, swim lessons, fitness classes, and more! We are looking for energetic individuals to join our summer day camp team as camp counselors (staff 18+ years of age) or junior camp counselors (staff 16-17 years of age).Our various work environments include:<ul><li>Classroom setting</li><li>Outdoors</li><li>Indoors</li><li>The Day Camp Counselor works primarily outdoors</li></ul>We hire staff for the following departments and the day camp counselor may cross-train for other departments:<ul><li>Administrative and Member Services</li><li>Aquatics</li><li>Camps and Child Care</li><li>Fitness</li><li>Maintenance</li><li>Tennis</li></ul>Employee Use of Facilities:Employees have access to our facilities, which include indoor and outdoor workout areas, gym, group fitness classes, swimming pools and jacuzzis, athletic courts (tennis, pickleball, racquetball, basketball, and sand volleyball), miniature golf course, and more!Employee Discounts on Child Care and Camps:Year-round staff members may be eligible for discounted child care (before/after school program and preschool) and camps.DESCRIPTION: The Summer Day Camp Counselor will work at our main location at 9875 Aviary Drive, San Diego, CA 92131 within the Youth Programs Department. Camp Counselor supervises children in kindergarten - eighth grade, or entering kindergarten-eighth grade during camp activities, prepares and implements daily projects, games, activities, and snacks, and is responsible for following sign-in and sign-out procedures. The Camp Counselor may be responsible for transporting students using a company vehicle, supervising transportation in a company vehicle, and/or walking students to/from activity locations. This position may take on specialized tasks or roles within their position as needed within the department, and will assist in other departments as needed.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:<ul><li>Junior Camp Counselor: 16 years of age or older. Camp Counselor: 18 years of age or older and 21 years of age or older for positions requiring the operation of company vehicles.</li><li>No prior experience necessary. Experience coaching youth sports, babysitting, and leading groups of youth preferred.</li><li>Valid Adult/Pediatric CPR, First Aid, and AED from the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or another EMSA recognized provider</li><li>Strong written and oral communication skills, classroom management and behavior management techniques a plus.</li></ul>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:<ul><li>Ensures proper sign-in and sign-out procedures are followed</li><li>Maintains proper ratios according to American Camp Association and departmental requirements</li><li>Performs first aid, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation as needed, to the extent of certification and trained ability</li><li>Supervise program participants at all times</li><li>Uses proper recording in maintenance logs, vehicle mileage logs, incident reports, medication logs, and all other department and facility written documentation</li><li>Attends in-service training and meetings</li><li>General housekeeping of program space and food preparation</li><li>Communicate with parents, participants, peers, and supervisors effectively</li><li>Interact and engage with children in a consistent, fair, and positive manner, while treating them with dignity and respect</li><li>Perform work safely and follow all safety procedures outlined by the department and facility</li><li>Provide customer service to participants and parents, and handle concerns and complaints in a professional manner</li><li>Ability to work independently with limited supervision on assigned tasks and as part of a team</li><li>May drive an SRSRC vehicle to transport program participants (requires a valid CA driver&rsquo;s license and a clean driving record)</li><li>Assist in other departments and special events as needed</li></ul>PHYSICAL JOB DESCRIPTION:<ul><li>Variable weather conditions, may be exposed to cleaning chemicals, may be exposed to blood or other bodily fluids when rendering first aid or CPR, may be required to work mornings, afternoons, evenings, and holidays</li><li>Equipment used: Vacuum, basic food preparation equipment, leaf blower</li><li>Must have the mobility to climb, stoop, reach, and bend over, must have the visual and auditory ability to monitor participants and physical ability to respond in emergency situations, must be able to communicate verbally to participants to ensure safety, must be able to read and write proficiently to perform duties and reporting tasks, and must be able to perform work that may involve lifting children with or without assistance in emergency situations.</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, TemporaryPay: From $17.75 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Flexible schedule</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Summer Day Camp Counselor or Junior Counselor

YMCA

<div>The YMCA of Greater Erie is looking to hire a Seasonal Camp Counselor for our childcare program. Are you creative, energetic, and fun-loving? How would you like to spend you summer playing games outside with children? Do you want to have your weekends free? If so, please read on!
This position pays $10.98 - $13.73/hour. 
 
LOCATIONS CURRENTLY HIRING
Downtown YMCA 31 W 10th St., Erie, PA
Glenwood Childcare 3727 Cherry St., Erie, PA
Eastside Childcare 2101 Nagle Rd., Harborcreek, PA
Waterford YMCA 112 West Third St., Waterford, PA
County YMCA 12285 YMCA Dr., Edinboro, PA
Camp Sherwin 8600 West Lake Rd., Lake City, PA 
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A CAMP COUNSELOR
As a Seasonal Camp Counselor at one of our locations, you assist the camp program director in ensuring a positive and enriching experience for all children involved. Always alert, you provide proper supervision and discipline for the children as you &quot;see, hear, direct, and assess.&quot; You are careful to act as a role model for the children at all times!
You are friendly and patient as you assist with the enrollment of new children and facilitate the onboarding of each child and his/her parents into the Y Program. As a key liaison between children, their parents, and the Camp Program Director, you keep this good rapport going as you communicate with parents on a daily basis. Parents feel good about leaving their children in your loving and capable hands.
With enthusiasm, you help implement lesson plans based on child development principles and keep the classroom clean and in order. You are also conscientious about keeping classroom records up to date and accurate and ensuring compliance with YMCA standards and government regulations. As someone who loves your job, you happily participate in program activities with the children. 
QUALIFICATIONS FOR A CAMP COUNSELOR<ul><li>
At least 18 years of age</li><li>
High school diploma or equivalent</li><li>
Currently enrolled in Secondary Education or 2500 hours of documented experience (i.e. Babysitting, Etc)</li><li>
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Negative TB test</li><li>
Love for children</li></ul>
Are you a people person who especially enjoys interacting with children? Are you patient and able to remain calm when stressed? Do you enjoy being outside? If so, you might just be perfect for this Camp Counselor position! 
SEASONAL WORK SCHEDULE
This typical schedule for this camp counselor position is 20+ hours per week, Monday - Friday. 
ABOUT YMCA OF GREATER ERIE
We are a nonprofit organization with a focus on healthy living, social responsibility, and youth development. Our cause is to strengthen the community. We serve a diverse population of men, women, and children with an emphasis on families. Our membership is 21 million strong and spread across more than 2,600 Y associations nationwide. Here, locally, our four membership branches, outdoor recreation center, nine early and school-age education program centers, and community outreach programs serve more than 35,000.
We value our people. Working for us means you'll enjoy a great work-life balance and be treated with respect. We offer competitive wage and benefit packages for our employees. We truly believe that the YMCA is for all people, and that shows in our staffing. Here, you will be able to put your experiences, abilities, and energy to work as you impact the lives of those around you.
Some of the benefits that we offer, depending on your position and schedule, include health &amp; dental insurance, disability and life insurance, a funded retirement plan, paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), a free YMCA membership, discounted program fees including childcare, and a flexible work schedule. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you to use and expand your child development knowledge, apply today! 
READY TO JOIN OUR CHILDCARE TEAM?
If you feel that you would be right for this seasonal position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!
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Camp Counselor - Seasonal

Birch Trail Camp

Birch Trail Camp for Girls Minong, WI June 7th - August 8th, 2026Cabin Counselor &ndash; Birch Trail Camp for GirlsMinong, WI June 7 &ndash; August 8, 2026Spend Your Summer Making a Lasting ImpactBirch Trail is a traditional overnight camp for girls ages 7&ndash;15, located in the Northwoods of Wisconsin. Our campers unplug from screens and reconnect with themselves, each other, and the outdoors&mdash;building confidence, independence, and lifelong friendships.As a counselor, you&rsquo;re not just leading activities&mdash;you&rsquo;re helping shape a child&rsquo;s summer (and often, their life).What Camp Looks LikeEach day is filled with a wide variety of activities, including:Canoeing Sailing Swimming Tennis Water Skiing Climbing Land Sports Horseback Riding Arts &amp; Crafts Dance Yoga DramaSee camp in action: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fE-JTSKRYTQWhy Work at Birch Trail?This is more than a summer job. It&rsquo;s a leadership experience that builds real-world skills you&rsquo;ll carry with you long after camp ends.You&rsquo;ll grow in: Leadership Communication Problem-solving Teamwork Time management Conflict resolution Creativity Mentorship Organization EmpathyWhat You&rsquo;ll DoAs a Cabin Counselor, you will:<ul><li>Live in a cabin with 8&ndash;12 campers and help create a supportive, fun, and safe environment</li><li>Be a consistent mentor and role model for your campers</li><li>Support campers&rsquo; emotional and physical well-being throughout the day</li><li>Teach or assist in activities based on your skills and interests</li><li>Help plan and lead daily programs and special events</li><li>Communicate with leadership about camper needs and experiences</li><li>Celebrate campers&rsquo; growth and help them build confidence and friendships</li></ul>What We&rsquo;re Looking ForWe&rsquo;re looking for people who are:<ul><li>Positive, responsible, and dependable</li><li>Excited to work with children and be part of a team</li><li>Willing to jump in, learn, and lead</li><li>Ready to be present, engaged, and screen-free</li></ul>Perks &amp; Support<ul><li>Free room and board</li><li>Access to on-site gym and facilities</li><li>Scheduled time off each week (including a full day + night off)</li><li>A close-knit, supportive staff community</li><li>Meaningful work in a beautiful outdoor setting</li></ul>How to ApplyApplicants must be 18+ years old and available for the full camp season.Apply through Indeed or directly here: https://birchtrail.campintouch.com/ui/forms/application/staff/AppIf you&rsquo;re looking for a summer where you&rsquo;ll grow, be challenged, laugh a lot, and truly make a difference&mdash;Birch Trail is the place.Job Type: ContractPay: $300.00 - $350.00 per weekBenefits:<ul><li>Paid time off</li></ul>Application Question(s):<ul><li>Are you able to live on-site from June 8th, 2025 - August 9th, 2025</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Childcare/Counselor/Babysitting: 1 year (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Camp Counselor

Campus Camps

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 We are seeking an outgoing and experienced Camp Counselor to join our team! As a Camp Counselor, your top priority will be to ensure the safety of our campers. You will oversee camper activities and make sure they don&rsquo;t get lost or hurt. You will also participate in fun activities and games, provide outdoor education, and set up camping equipment. The ideal candidate loves the outdoors and wants to share their passion with campers!
 
 
 
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Camp W Day Camp

Overview Job Title: 2nd Grade Boys Counselor &ndash; Summer Camp (Seasonal)Location: Camp W Job Type: Seasonal / Temporary (Summer 2026)Dates of Employment: June 29, 2026 &ndash; August 21, 2026 Schedule: Monday&ndash;Friday, 8:15 AM &ndash; 3:30 PM Compensation: $700&ndash;$750 per week (based on experience)Position OverviewCamp W is hiring an energetic and dependable 2nd Grade Boys Counselor to join our summer team. This role is a great fit for elementary school teachers, , and college students pursuing their Masters degrees in education. Counselors is responsible for guiding campers through daily activities while fostering a safe, engaging, and supportive atmosphere that encourages growth, friendship, and confidence.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Supervise and actively engage with a group of 12 ,2nd grade boys throughout the camp day</li><li>Lead and participate in age-appropriate activities, games, and group events</li><li>Promote positive behavior, teamwork, and inclusion</li><li>Support campers&rsquo; social and emotional development</li><li>Maintain a safe environment and respond appropriately to any issues that arise</li><li>Collaborate with fellow staff to ensure smooth daily operations</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Experience working with young children (camp, classroom, babysitting, coaching, etc.) preferred</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>Ability to manage groups with patience and positivity</li><li>Reliable, responsible, and team-oriented</li><li>Ideal candidates include:</li><li>Certified elementary school teachers or teaching assistants</li><li>College students majoring in education or related fields</li></ul>Why Work at Camp W?<ul><li>Hands-on experience with elementary-aged children</li><li>Build skills in leadership, behavior management, and group facilitation</li><li>Supportive and collaborative team environment</li><li>A rewarding and fun summer experience making a difference in children&rsquo;s lives</li></ul>How to ApplyPlease submit your resume and a brief summary of your experience working with children.Pay: $700.00 - $750.00 per weekWork Location: In person

2nd Grade Boys Summer Camp Counselor

Nor Ala Day Camp

We are looking for Summer staff for the following positions: Camp Counselor, Lifeguards, Nurses (RN, LPN, EMT) , and Kitchen StaffJob Summary Join Nor Ala Day Camp as a Camp Counselor and become a positive influence in children&rsquo;s lives! In this energetic role, you will lead engaging activities, foster a safe and inclusive environment, and support children&rsquo;s growth and development. Your enthusiasm and dedication will help create memorable summer experiences that inspire confidence, teamwork, and fun. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact while developing your leadership skills in a dynamic setting.Responsibilities<ul><li>Supervise and engage children in a variety of camp activities, including sports, arts and crafts, theater, and outdoor adventures</li><li>Ensure the safety and well-being of all campers by adhering to safety protocols and maintaining constant supervision</li><li>Foster an inclusive environment that promotes positive behavior, respect, and teamwork among campers</li><li>Implement age-appropriate behavior management strategies to encourage cooperation and good conduct</li><li>Support campers&rsquo; emotional development through active listening, encouragement, and when appropriate</li><li>Collaborate with fellow counselors to plan daily schedules, organize events, and ensure smooth camp operations</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Prior experience working with children in settings such as daycare, babysitting, tutoring, or camp programs</li><li>Knowledge of childhood development principles and early childhood education best practices</li><li>Ability to manage group behavior effectively using positive reinforcement techniques</li><li>Certifications in first aid and CPR are highly preferred; willingness to obtain if not already certified</li><li>Strong communication skills with the ability to connect with children of diverse backgrounds</li><li>Enthusiasm for outdoor activities, sports coaching, theater arts or similar interests that enhance camp programming</li></ul>This paid position is ideal for individuals passionate about nurturing young minds while gaining valuable leadership experience. If you&rsquo;re energetic, responsible, and eager to create joyful summer memories for children, we want to hear from you!Job Types: Contract, InternshipPay: From $300.00 per weekBenefits:<ul><li>Employee discount</li><li>Flexible schedule</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Summer Camp Staff

Creator Camp

About the Lead CounselorCreator Camp is seeking dynamic and creative Lead Counselors for our summer 2026 session. As a Lead Counselor, you will inspire and educate campers in various creative disciplines, including animation, filmmaking, game design, music production, content creation, and entrepreneurship.You&rsquo;ll use your own passion for creativity and technological prowess to help kids reimagine their relationship with technology - to be a creator, just like you.Time Commitment Monday-Friday8:00AM-4:00PMPart-time/Full-time(see below for exact camp dates + pay range by region)The summer program runs for 7-11 weeks. Lead Counselors may expect 24-40 hours per week, depending on enrollment. Counselors will complete remote training and attend an in-person orientation 1-2 weeks prior to camp, both paid. The Lead Counselors may be asked to stay and supervise campers for extended care up to 4:30PM or 5:30PM. To reduce burnout, all counselors will take 1-hour break each day to maintain energy, and bring their best to the campers.Qualifications<ul><li>At least ONE year of classroom experience, which can include roles such as tutoring, summer camp counseling, coaching, teacher's assistant, or art instruction.</li><li>Minimum of TWO years of experience working with children, whether through babysitting, tutoring, supervising younger siblings, or working in daycare facilities.</li><li>Higher education in fields related to digital art, filmmaking, animation, coding, music production, game design, entrepreneurship, early childhood education, secondary education, or special education.</li><li>MUST be available the entire summer.</li><li>Knowledge of and interest in Minecraft and/or Roblox</li><li>Willingness to obtain CPR/First Aid certification.</li><li>Willingness to lead classes in multiple subjects.</li><li>Must pass a background check.</li></ul>Responsibilities<ul><li>Deliver course content related to your expertise, whether it's digital art, filmmaking, animation, coding, music production, or game design.</li><li>Report to the Camp Manager.</li><li>Supervise a class of 4-20 campers with the help of an Assistant Counselor.</li><li>Actively participate in campers' projects; for instance, some campers might involve you in their film creations.</li><li>Monitor campers and organize activities during recess and lunch breaks.</li><li>Craft personalized 'Thank You' cards for campers at the end of camp to inspire their creative journeys.</li><li>Prepare the classroom for the next day by organizing and tidying up.</li><li>Collaborate in hosting the Creator Camp Oscars Ceremony and present campers with their well-earned trophies.</li><li>Facilitate the check-in and check-out process during drop-off and pick-up.</li><li>Stay and supervise campers for extended care for up to 4:30PM or 5:30PM.</li></ul>Apply if you...<ul><li>Are a creative person looking to connect with other creative-minded people</li><li>Are a natural educator who likes to have fun</li><li>Adapt quickly to new apps, software, or technology</li><li>Enjoy being surrounded by kids</li><li>Find Minecraft and/or Roblox fun</li><li>Genuinely down with our mission</li></ul>PRIORITY APPLICATIONSApply via our website for PRIORITY consideration:https://www.creatorcamp.org/join-our-teamIllinoisJune 8-August 14$15.50-$17.00Pay: $15.50 - $17.00 per hourApplication Question(s):<ul><li>Where do you see yourself in 2 years, and how do you think Creator Camp could be a stepping stone toward that goal? Feel free to share anything else you&rsquo;d like us to know.</li><li>Describe your artistic background and current creative interests.</li><li>Share your teaching background and what you find most rewarding when working with children. (can include tutoring, summer camp counseling, coaching, teacher's assistant, babysitting, tutoring, supervising younger siblings, or working in daycare facilities.)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Creative Tech Summer Camp Instructor - Hinsdale (Indoors)

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Summer Day Camp Counselor or Junior Counselor

Camp Counselor - Seasonal

Camp Counselor

Camp Counselor

2nd Grade Boys Summer Camp Counselor

Summer Camp Staff

Creative Tech Summer Camp Instructor - Hinsdale (Indoors)