Arabic Summer Camp Junior Counselor

Concordia College • Bemidji, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Arabic Summer Camp Junior Counselor works at Concordia Language Villages in Bemidji, Minnesota, during Summer 2027. The role offers high school students ages 16–17 hands-on experience supporting an immersive language and cultural program for young people. Working with experienced counselors and staff, junior counselors help lead activities and foster a welcoming cabin community.

This is seasonal, temporary, full-time recreation work. Residential counselors work 14–16 hours per day, with overnight supervision responsibilities, and may be scheduled up to seven days per week. The minimum salary is $165 per week. Residential employment includes provided housing and meals. The position requires living in a cabin with villagers and the counseling team, participating in Village life, and helping maintain a safe and hygienic environment.

Requirements

• Completed two years of language study or equivalent.
• Broad knowledge of Arabic culture and activities.
• At least 16 years of age and completion of junior year of high school.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to model them for younger children.
• Maturity and good judgment.
• Enjoy interacting with and managing children.
• Adaptability in changing situations.
• Ability to work in a busy, noisy, communal environment and carry out job responsibilities with emotional resiliency and cognitive ability.
• Ability to interact effectively with individuals and groups while respecting social and cultural diversity.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience working with children.
• Previous attendance at Concordia Language Villages or another summer camp.

Responsibilities

• Speak Arabic with children (“villagers”) and staff members as much as possible.
• Co-teach language through activities such as art, sports, and traditional culture, with assistance from other staff members.
• Co-lead games, Cabin Council, and other activities to create a cabin community.
• Participate in Village life, including meals, song times, evening programs, cultural presentations, and staff meetings.
• Live in a cabin with villagers and the counseling team and provide overnight supervision.
• Assist with light cleaning of the Village site, including cabins, bathrooms, and activity areas.
• Model desired behaviors for villagers, including use of the target language.
• Follow applicable personnel policies and responsibilities for the assigned area.
• Attend orientation before the first session and assist with setting up the Village, preparing for the next session, and maintaining the Village during the session.
• Remain one day after the final session for cleanup, inventory, and program evaluation.
• Model appropriate behavior and be sensitive to villagers’ health and welfare.
• Establish and maintain appropriate professional relationships and boundaries, exercise good judgment, and manage personal needs to support a youth-centered program.

Benefits

• Housing provided during residential employment.
• Meals provided during residential employment.
• Paid training and orientation.
• Applicable tuition discounts for children attending Concordia Language Villages.
• Opportunities for professional development, intercultural learning, and language immersion.
• J-1 Exchange Visitor visa sponsorship for eligible international applicants.

What This Job Offers

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