STUDY TRAVEL AND RECREATION
STUDY TRAVEL AND RECREATION
We're seeking counselors to lead engaging recreational and sports activities and chaperone exciting day trips.
Camp Counselor - Job Posting Soon
Spend your summer in sunny Boca Raton! We're seeking enthusiastic camp counselors for 2-7 week positions (June-August) at our exciting program on the beautiful Florida Atlantic University campus. Lead recreational and sports activities, chaperone day trips, and create a positive and memorable experience for our campers. Enjoy the vibrant Boca Raton area while working as part of a dynamic team. On-campus residence and a 6-day work week are required.
- June 2025 - Aug 2025
- Boca Raton, Florida
Camp Counselor - Job Posting Soon
Join our team of enthusiastic camp counselors for an unforgettable summer experience at the beautiful Pepperdine University campus in Malibu, CA! We're looking for energetic individuals to lead recreational and sports activities, accompany students on day trips, and create a fun and engaging environment. Enjoy the stunning Malibu scenery while working with a dynamic team. 2-7 week positions available (June-August). On-campus residence and a 6-day work week are required.
- June 2025 - Aug 2025
- Malibu, California
Counselor Job Responsibilities
- Attending an orientation day.
- Arriving before the first student arrivals to help with the preparation, planning and presentation of the program.
- Working as part of a team with the Camp Manager and other counselors to help prepare a wide range of afternoon and evening activities, which may include sports, arts and crafts, music, drama, quizzes, themed discos, karaoke, talent shows and off-campus visits and excursions.
- Helping set up, supervising, and participating in these planned activities.
- Assisting with arrivals and departures of the students.
- Accompanying students on full-day and half-day excursions and acting as a tour guide.
- Helping supervise students during meals, lesson breaks and when in the halls of residence.
- Being willing to help and assist in the event of emergency.
- Being enthusiastic, and committed to the welfare and security of students and group leaders at all times.
- Encouraging students to use English as much as possible.
- Reading the Camp Counselors manual carefully and performing your duties as outlined therein.
- Pro-actively encouraging and motivating the students, ensuring everyone is participating and most importantly having fun!
- Residing on campus for the whole period of your employment.
- Working 6 days a week including weekends, with one day off during the week.
- Reporting to the Camp Manager and cooperating with the Camp Director and any senior activity staff.
Essential Requirements
- Over 18 years of age.
- Native or native level English speaker.
- Based in the USA as you will be expected to attend an assessment day.
- Ability, confidence, enthusiasm and energy to lead 11-17 year olds.
- Approachable, friendly and ability to build a rapport with young people.
- Strong leadership, communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team.
- Flexible, creative and adaptable
Desirable Requirements
- First aid qualification.
- Sports coaching qualifications.
- Experience in leading/training a sports, leisure or similar team.
- Previous experience as a Camp Counselors in a residential role.
- Experience of working with children/teenagers in a similar environment.