Summer Camp Leader / Programmer
Salary: $16.50 - $23 per hour
Job Type: Full-time Temporary
Role and Responsibilities
- Reports to the Recreation & Community Life Director
- Serves in a leadership role at the Parker Summer Camp Program at T. G. Young Park
- Assists with planning, implementing, and supervising daily summer camp activities
- Ensures staff are actively working and appropriately interacting with children
- Maintains a safe and nurturing environment for both staff and children
- Fosters a positive working and playing environment while teaching life skills (respect, honesty, integrity, compassion)
- Supervises, trains, and mentors seasonal counselor staff
- Maintains open communication with the Director, staff, parents, and children
- Facilitates confidential one‑on‑one conferences to address children’s specific needs or concerns
- Communicates concerns to the Director as they arise
- Ensures the safety and well‑being of all campers and staff
- Maintains inventory of camp supplies and snacks and communicates low inventory needs
- Oversees preparation, serving, and storage of daily snacks and lunches
- Oversees camper transportation and preparation for activities (field trips, golf lessons, The Lake Club, Community Center, etc.)
- Handles feedback, complaints, and incidents professionally and communicates them to the Director
- Assists with staffing for camp preparation, daily park cleaning, activities, and themed days
Qualifications and Education Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Teaching preferred
- Education or teaching experience preferred
- U.S. work authorization required
License / Certification (Preferred)
- Teaching Certification
- CPR Certification
Hiring Insights
- Hiring a few candidates for this role