French Voyageur Summer Camp Program Leadership

Concordia College • Bemidji, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the Summer Camp Program Leadership team at Concordia Language Villages, this role helps shape language and cultural immersion experiences while guiding and supporting fellow staff members. Working closely with Village leadership, the position helps develop educational programs, coordinate cultural activities, mentor staff, and foster a welcoming and supportive camp community. Opportunities include Team Lead, Credit Curriculum Facilitator, Non-Credit Curriculum Facilitator, Adventure Day Camp Coordinator, and Assistant Dean.

The position is seasonal, temporary, and full-time for Summer 2027, based in Bemidji, Minnesota. Residential work may involve 14–16 hours per day plus overnight supervision, with a general schedule of up to seven days per week. The minimum salary is $450 per week.

Requirements

• Previous Concordia Language Villages experience as a staff member or participant.
• Bachelor’s degree or international equivalent.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English and the target language with adults and children.
• Skilled leadership in resolving conflicts.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively.
• Enjoy interacting with and managing children.
• Adaptability and flexibility in changing situations.
• Be at least 16 years of age; applicants who are not U.S. citizens must be at least 18.
• Emotional resiliency and cognitive ability to carry out responsibilities in a busy, noisy, communal environment.
• Ability to establish and maintain appropriate professional relationships, exercise good judgment, manage personal needs, and maintain appropriate boundaries while respecting social and cultural diversity.

Nice To Haves

• Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record.
• Teaching licensure for Credit Facilitator positions.

Responsibilities

• Speak the target language with children (“villagers”) and other staff members as much as possible.
• Collaborate with the dean to develop and implement pre-summer planning and preparation.
• Organize and supervise the proficiency-based villager placement process.
• Participate in all aspects of Village life, including meals, song times, evening programs, cultural presentations, and staff meetings.
• Under the direction of the dean, supervise staff members, assist with staff training, and coach staff.
• Serve as a positive role model for desired behaviors among villagers, including use of the target language.
• Follow applicable personnel policies and become familiar with responsibilities for the assigned area.
• Attend orientation before the first session as designated by the staff agreement.
• Assist with setting up the Village, preparing for the next session, and maintaining the Village during the session.
• Live in assigned community housing and use shared bathroom facilities as applicable.
• Model appropriate behavior and remain attentive to villagers’ health and welfare.
• Remain one day after the final session for cleanup, inventory, and program evaluation.

Benefits

• Housing provided during residential employment, depending on the position.
• Meals provided during residential employment, depending on the position.
• 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: Manager