Summer Day Camp Group Leader

KE Camps • Westhampton Beach, NY

9d • Onsite

About The Position

KE Camps is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join their team as Summer Day Camp Group Leaders. This role involves actively participating in all camp activities, assisting the Camp Director with daily tasks, and creating a memorable experience for elementary-aged campers. Group Leaders are responsible for planning programming, overseeing a specific age group, and ensuring the physical and emotional well-being of each child. The position emphasizes building relationships, encouraging new experiences, and fostering friendships among campers.

Requirements

• Ability to help children grow in character, experiences, and insights.
• Ability to guard the health and well-being of campers at all times.
• Capable of sustaining energy for participation in a full day's worth of activities.
• Prior experience working with children.
• Ability to successfully plan, prepare for, and structure weekly activities for varying age groups.
• Training and experience in teaching at least one year.
• Ability to lead a group of children.
• Enthusiastic, Responsible, Dependable, Consistent, Level-Headed, Flexible, and Calm in all situations.
• CPR/First Aid Certified OR willing to become certified before the summer begins.
• Must be available to work the full camp season (June 29 through August 21).

Responsibilities

• Work with a group of campers and provide a fun, safe, and exciting camp experience.
• Work with fellow counselors and the Camp Director.
• Greet families and campers upon arrival and orient them to camp.
• Plan and submit the daily camp schedule and lead activities for the assigned age group.
• Support the Camp Director in establishing rules and emergency procedures with campers.
• Participate in all camp activities.
• Supervise daily swim time in a hands-on manner from within the water.
• Help out where needed when asked by the Camp Director.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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