Summer Camp Counselor

Tallahassee, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Maclay Summer Camps- CampCounselor Job Description

Position Type: Seasonal(JuneJuly)

Summer Camp Counselor:We are currently seeking responsible energetic counselors with a genuine passion for working with children to join our 2026 Seasonal Summer Camp who can commit toat least7weeksof camp are prioritized. 2026Camps are as follows:

JR. Day Camp

Lunch Bunch Camp

Maclay Scholars Camp

PreK Camp

Camp

Kids Club Camp

Early Bird Camp

Summer Camp Sessions 1 - 8

Purpose:These positions are seasonal employees working under the supervision of the Camp Director. The main responsibility of these positions is to lead a group of campersin havingan enjoyable safe and enriching camp experience.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for the health well-being and happiness of campers.

Provide opportunities for the group so that all individuals experience success while at camp.

Encourage respect for other camperspersonal property campequipmentand facilities.

Guidecampers inparticipatingsuccessfully in all aspects of camp activities.

Superviseassistinstructors and activelyparticipatein all aspects of the campers day.

Observe camper behavior assess appropriateness enforceappropriate safetyregulations and emergency procedures and applyappropriate behavior-managementtechniques.

Meet and communicate regularly with the Camp Directorregardingconcerns updates challenges.

Provideappropriate feedbackand information to parents as needed for their campers to havea successfulcamp experience.

Maintain positive relationships with campers by showing sensitivity to campers emotional needs and problem solving any camper issues effectively.

Act as a role model for campers by following all policies anddemonstratingenthusiasm sense of humor and self-control.

Implement positivebehavior-managementtechniques.

Helpmaintainspace and supplies.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

Demonstrates experience working with children; camp or other group experience preferred.

Ability to teach and lead various recreational activities.

Excellent character integrity and adaptability.

Ability to communicate and work with a variety of age and skill levels.

The desire and ability to work in a cooperative team-oriented atmosphere.

Enthusiasm sense of humor patience and self-control.

A minimum age of 15 isrequiredto apply for paid positions

AvailableMonday - Friday fromJune 1throughAugust 1 2026. We will try to accommodate anydateconflicts; however we do prioritize staff who can commit toat least7 weeksof camp.

ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) Requirements:Tocomply withthe Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) the following physical and mental requirements are essential to the successful performance of this job:

Physical Demands:While performing the duties of this position the employeeis regularly required tosit stand walk talk and hear. The role requires the ability to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds occasionally. Specific vision abilitiesrequiredinclude close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:Thenoise level in the work environment is typically moderatesimilar toa standard school environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Cognitive and Emotional Requirements:The candidate must be able to analyze reason and problem-solve effectively. The ability to manage multiple prioritiesmaintainemotional control under stress and communicate clearly and professionally is essential.

About MaclaySchool:Maclay School is an independent non-sectarian college preparatory schoollocatedon 100 beautiful acres in northern Tallahassee Florida. Our Lower School program which begins with a nurturing preschool for three- and four-year-old children continues in the Jablon Lower School. Here students are supported in a warm family-oriented environment that emphasizes personal growth academic rigor and character development. With a focus on individualized learning and a commitment to excellence Maclay School provides a safe space where students are encouraged to take risks stretch their thinking and achieve their fullest potential.

This role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the academic success of Maclays youngest learners while supporting and developing the professional capacity of teachers.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement:Maclay School is committed to equal employmentopportunityfor all qualified candidates. We do not discriminateon the basis ofrace color religion gender sex national origin age disability military status genetic information or any other basis prohibited by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

DescriptionMaclay Summer Camps- CampCounselor Job DescriptionPosition Type: Seasonal(JuneJuly)Summer Camp Counselor:We are currently seeking responsible energetic counselors with a genuine passion for working with children to join our 2026 Seasonal Summer Camp who can commit toat least7weeksof camp...