Counselor Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Completed two years of language study or have equivalent fluency.
• Broad knowledge of Spanish-language culture and activities.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively.
• Maturity and good judgment.
• Enjoy interacting with and managing children.
• Adaptability in changing situations.
• Ability to work collaboratively and establish and maintain appropriate professional relationships.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and manage personal needs in a youth-centered program.
• Interpersonal skills to interact effectively with individuals and groups while respecting social and cultural diversity and maintaining appropriate boundaries.
• Emotional resiliency and cognitive abilities to carry out responsibilities in a busy, noisy, communal environment.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience working with children.
• Previous attendance or work experience at Concordia Language Villages or another summer camp.
• Enthusiasm, initiative, creativity, and willingness to learn and participate fully in a collaborative residential camp environment.

Responsibilities

• Speak Spanish with children (villagers) and other staff members as much as possible.
• Teach language through activities such as art, sports, traditional culture, and interactive lessons.
• Participate in Village life, including meals, song times, evening programs, cultural presentations, and staff meetings.
• Lead games, Cabin Council, and other activities to build a cabin community.
• Live in a cabin with villagers as part of a counseling team and provide supervision, including overnight residential supervision.
• Assist villagers and the counseling team with light cleaning of cabins, bathrooms, activity areas, and other Village spaces.
• Model desired behaviors, including use of the target language, and support villagers' health and welfare.
• Follow applicable personnel policies and responsibilities for the assigned area.
• Attend orientation before the first session and assist with Village setup, session preparation, and ongoing maintenance.
• Remain one day after the final session for cleanup, inventory, and program evaluation.

Benefits

• Housing provided during residential employment.
• Meals provided during residential employment.
• 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.