Embassy Summer - 2026 USA - Activity Leader - Boston, MA

Embassy Summer • Boston, MA

1d • $21

About The Position

Successful Activity Leaders exemplify leadership, effective communication, social skills, flexibility, positive energy, and a keen sensitivity to the needs of international students. Activity Leaders are at the forefront of successfully leading activities, providing guidance to the students, while ensuring all on-campus and off-campus activities are delivered in safe, secure, and tolerant environment in a proactive and engaged manner.

Job Purpose:
Lead and supervise course participants during off-site and on-campus activities and trips, mealtimes, and bedtimes at the center. This role involves significant walking on guided tours, the transport of sports equipment from the center to sports fields, and setting up furniture for indoor activities.

Experience: No prior work experience is required for the role of activity leader however we do look for candidates with common sense, enthusiasm and strong communication skills. We provide the necessary training to carry out the role effectively and this is a great opportunity to gain valuable professional skills to add to your resume!

Requirements

• High School Graduate or GED equivalent.
• 1 year of experience working with or supervising minors (in a summer school or language camp setting).
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to demonstrate enthusiasm, patience, and flexibility.
• Team player.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the local area

Responsibilities

• Ensure customer satisfaction through the leadership and supervision of on-site and off-campus activities.
• Clearly and positively explain activities to students and group leaders, keeping them well-informed.
• Be ready to lead and participate in activities and trips in a manner akin to a tour guide.
• Thoroughly plan and prepare for all activities and trips, ensuring they start and finish on time, and provide clear instructions regarding meeting points and times.
• Enthusiastically and effectively guide students on sightseeing trips and city tours.
• Ensure and maintain proper levels of student discipline, welfare and safety of all students; adhere to and maintain student safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.
• Promptly report any problems or incidents to the Activity Manager and/or the Center Manager during an activity or excursion.
• Fulfill on-site responsibilities, including meal and bed-time supervision, guardian duties, weekend check-ins and check-outs, and linen exchange as per a rotation schedule.
• Assist with airport greetings, including supporting center management staff in meeting incoming groups or sending departing groups to the airport.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED