Summer 2026 Teen Camp Counselor (6-8th Grade)

Levine Jewish Community Center • Charlotte, NC

21d • Onsite

About The Position

SANDRA AND LEON LEVINE JCC The Sandra and Leon Levine Jewish Community Center is a non-profit, social service agency founded upon Jewish ethics and values. The Center provides and initiates diversified social, educational, recreational and cultural programs within a Jewish setting. The JCC is a partner in serving the community, is affiliated with the JCC Association of North America and a beneficiary agency of the Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte. POSITION PURPOSE: The Teen Camp Counselor is responsible for providing for the social, emotional and educational needs of each camper and the group as a whole during the camp season. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Under the supervision of Unit Heads, Counselors are responsible for planning, conducting, and supervising a variety of recreational activities for campers in 6th - 8th Grade in a day camp setting, as well as the care and supervision of the campers assigned to their group.

Requirements

• Enthusiasm, sense of humor, and patience.
• Ability to take guidance and supervision.
• Activity skills and the ability to transmit/teach skills to campers.
• Ability to relate to other counselors and children.
• Be flexible and ready to meet changing work needs and demands.
• Be open to feedback and desire to grow professionally.
• At least 21 years of age or older preferred.
• Camping and/or leadership experience.
• Good communication skills and ability to work well with children.
• Good character and integrity.
• The desire to work with middle schoolers in a day-camp setting.
• Commitment to building a safe, Teen-focused community.

Responsibilities

• Participate in staff training prior to the beginning of the camp program.
• Supervision of a camp group (groups vary in size).
• Supervise health, safety and activities of campers.
• Follow weekly schedule of events and special activities.
• Teach/assist in all areas.
• Take initiative to analyze and solve problems.
• Supervise and participate with campers in all daily activities.
• Utilize appropriate behavior management techniques.
• Prepare camper reports and records as required.
• Participate in parent related programs such as “Meet the Counselor”.
• Attend and contribute to weekly staff meetings and trainings.
• Interact with parents in a professional and polite manner.
• Supervise, encourage and teach junior camp staff as assigned.
• Any other responsibilities as assigned by Camp Director.
• Assist in the clean-up of all activities and lunch area.
• Write weekly Camper notes to be sent home.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees