Summer Camp Counselor Job at Schoolhouse of Wonder, Durham, NC

ZmZncWtwbnNHejR1OVI4eTZZRmNwOVEwWlE9PQ==
  • Schoolhouse of Wonder
  • Durham, NC

Job Description

A Camp Counselor is an important member of our field team. They help create magical and impactful day camps for children ages 5-12 and teens ages 13-17. A Summer Camp Counselor works throughout our summer camp season, which runs May through August.

As a Camp Counselor, you’ll be spending your time:

  • Working with 2-3 staff members in a small group of children and participating in games, hikes, skill-based activities, river and creek explorations, storytelling, songs, building forts, whittling, and crafts;
  • Mentoring and coaching Junior Counselors and Counselors-in-Training;
  • Communicating with Schoolhouse staff and camp parents;
  • Modeling Schoolhouse values;
  • Ensuring the physical and emotional safety of participants.

This position begins May 20th and runs through August 25th. 

We have Summer Camp Counselor opportunities available at our locations in Durham, Orange, and Wake County. Travel to off-site locations is occasionally required.

Hours are dependent on organizational needs. Hours typically total between 40 hours and 50 hours per week and range from 7:30a – 6p Monday through Friday. Any hours worked beyond 45 during any single week will be classified as overtime. Occasional weekends and/or evenings may be required.

Special Benefits

Benefits include professional development opportunities, unlimited vitamin D, and a steady stream of (mostly funny) stories.

Requirements

- Must be at least 18 years old by start date
- Experience working with children preferred
- Enthusiasm for the outdoors, fun, and creative activities
- Ability to work as part of a team

Why work here

We’re looking for folks who love working with children, who value empathy, and who thrive being outdoors.

Our camp guarantee: we return kids dirty, tired, and happy.

Chances are, you’ll end each day that way too. Come spend the summer building forts in the woods, wading creeks, singing songs, and looking for critters at our North Carolina day camps. We can assure you your days will be filled with adventure and laughter.

Our mission is to create kind, curious, and confident kids. If you’d like that to be your mission too, join us!

Job Tags

Summer work, Seasonal work, Monday to Friday, Afternoon shift,

Similar Jobs

Indian Creek School

Summer Camp Session Directors Job at Indian Creek School

 ...excited and experienced teachers to serve as Session Directors in our summer program, beginning mid-June through July. A Session Director...  ...:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. ICS is closed for camp on Thursday, June 19th and Friday, July 4th. Ideal candidates... 

LifeAnchor Insurance

Executive B2B Sales Manager Job at LifeAnchor Insurance

 ...Insurance Where Future Leaders Are Made Are you a top-performing sales professional ready to lead? At Life Anchor Insurance, we offer more...  ...a real impact What You Bring: 13+ years in sales or leadership (B2B preferred) Strong motivation to lead and coach others A results-... 

A.T. Still University

ATSU - Director of Safety & Security Job at A.T. Still University

 ...ATSU - Director of Safety & Security Description A. T. Still University (ATSU) is seeking a full time, exempt Director of Safety and Security on the Kirksville, MO or Mesa, AZ campus. The Director of Campus Safety and Security plans, directs and coordinates activities... 

Department of Parks & Recreation

STATE PARK INTERPRETER II Job at Department of Parks & Recreation

 ...Job Description and Duties STATE PARK INTERPRETER II (PERMANENT INTERMITTENT) SIERRA DISTRICT/LAKE SECTOR NORTH/DONNER MEMORIAL STATE...  ...time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbersof supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may... 

PeopleReady

Machine Operator Job at PeopleReady

**Machine Operator**PeopleReady of Dayton, OH is now hiring Machine Operators in Kettering, OH!Apply today and you could start as soon as this week.**As a PeopleReady associate you'll benefit from:**+ Connections and experience with some of the top companies in your...