Beech Creek Camp Staff

Currey Ingram Academy • Brentwood, TN

392d

About The Position

The Camp Beech Creek summer program at Currey Ingram Academy seeks creative, enthusiastic, and caring counselors to provide a fun, active, and educational experience for campers. Counselors will play a vital role in ensuring the safety and enjoyment of all participants while fostering a positive environment.

Requirements

• Must be sixteen (16) years of age or older.
• Experience working in camps or with children.
• Understanding of learning differences.
• Physical ability to participate in activities, run, climb, swim, and lift.
• Upbeat, engaging personality.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in specialized activities such as Arts and Crafts, Nature Exploration, Theater/Drama, Dance/Music, and Sports.

Responsibilities

• Be a role model for campers and other camp counselors.
• Assist campers in making good choices and interacting appropriately with others.
• Organize, instruct, and lead a variety of recreational games, activities, and special events in areas such as athletics, arts, nature, and drama.
• Be flexible to adjust schedules throughout the summer according to weather, staffing, and other factors.
• Troubleshoot potential problems between campers.
• Use appropriate discipline techniques.
• Report all accidents to supervisor and administer basic first aid and CPR when necessary.
• Attend mandatory pre-season training at the beginning of June.
• Assist in daily cleaning and organizing of program spaces.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a fun and educational environment.
• Gain experience working with children and in a camp setting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed