FPDS Under The Oaks Summer Camp Counselor

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH•Jackson, MS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

First Presbyterian Day School (FPDS) is seeking dedicated Under the Oaks Summer Camp Counselors to assist the UTO Director and teaching staff. Counselors provide safe, nurturing, and enjoyable care for students in Preschool 3 through Grade 6 while fostering a positive, Christ-centered environment. Working as a team, counselors manage assigned groups of students, participate in activities, follow a rotation schedule, and encourage Bible-based social skills and Christian values. This is a seasonal, full-time role from June 1, 2027, through July 23, 2027. The program operates Monday through Friday between 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Counselors work assigned eight-hour shifts, totaling 40 hours per week. Time off must be requested and approved in advance. The position reports to the UTO Director. Counselors are paid $14 per hour, with pay issued at the end of each month. Overtime should not be required. Counselors are not eligible for FPDS group benefits. The program will be closed Monday, July 5, 2027, in observance of July 4th.

Requirements

Be at least 17 years of age.
Have previous experience working with children in a school, after-school, or summer camp setting.
Have received Jesus Christ as a personal Savior, profess the Christian faith, and live out that faith daily.
Believe and practice the Bible as God’s Word and standard for faith and daily living.
Agree wholeheartedly with FPDS’s Statement of Faith and Christian Philosophy of Education.
Be a member in good standing at a local evangelical church.
Demonstrate personal and spiritual maturity and model Christ-like behavior toward staff and children.
Demonstrate enthusiasm, courtesy, flexibility, integrity, humility, gratitude, kindness, gentleness, self-control, teachability, perseverance, and punctuality.
Use acceptable English and avoid offensive language when communicating with students, parents, and staff.
Maintain a clean, modest, appropriate appearance that conforms to the employee dress code.
Demonstrate reliability, attentiveness, and respect in interactions with students, parents, and staff.
Be on time and fully present during shifts, without personal phone use or distractions while supervising students.
Maintain appropriate boundaries with children and keep student and family information confidential, including on social media.
Bring concerns to the UTO Director through proper channels.
Interact positively and constructively with children, parents, and staff in alignment with the school’s mission and values.
Have strong communication and organizational skills.
Work effectively with others as part of a team in a professional environment.
Follow directions closely and work independently when needed, as well as collaboratively.
Be comfortable speaking with children about faith and biblical principles.

Responsibilities

Reinforce the school’s mission in every activity: planting seeds of Christlikeness, pursuing academic excellence, and preparing students for future service in God’s kingdom.
Help enforce school behavior and safety policies while maintaining a loving, Christ-centered atmosphere.
Supervise students in Preschool 3 through Grade 6 during camp activities and lead an assigned group through daily activities.
Lead group games, independent play times, rotation transitions, and daily special subjects.
Assist with setting up and cleaning up after activities, leaving spaces in good order for the next day.
Use proactive redirection to prevent or resolve student conflicts and maintain an orderly environment conducive to fun and learning.
Maintain student safety indoors and outdoors by remaining vigilant and following established protocols.
Know emergency procedures and complete required safety training and certifications.
Build positive relationships with students and encourage good behavior, kindness, and respect.
Communicate with the UTO Director about student behavior, notable incidents, and the general atmosphere.