Camp Koda Counselor

Greater Burlington YMCA•Lower Websterville, VT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Spend your summer making a difference at Camp Koda! The Greater Burlington YMCA is hiring Camp Koda counselors, where you'll be part of a dedicated team bringing joy, structure, and adventure to children ages 5–12. From games and crafts to outdoor play, you'll help lead a fun, safe, and engaging environment for every camper. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with kids, thrives in a team setting, and wants to spend their summer making an impact.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
A positive, team-oriented attitude and enthusiasm for working with children ages 5–12.
Ability to be active, engaged, and present throughout the day.
Willingness to complete all required professional development and training.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with school-age children is a plus.

Responsibilities

Maintain visual and auditory supervision of children at all times.
Actively participate in all aspects of the camp day, including swim, gym, and outdoor activities.
Help plan and implement engaging activities under the guidance of the Day Camp Director.
Support the safety of all participants through attendance tracking, head counts, and emergency preparedness.
Keep the program space clean and organized.
Communicate effectively and respectfully with children, coworkers, and families.
Attend staff meetings and contribute ideas for enhancing programming.
Promote youth development through empathy, relationship building, responsibility, and positive behavior modeling.
Uphold and teach the YMCA’s core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.
Demonstrate maturity, professionalism, and good judgment when working with children.
Other duties as assigned.