Summer Camp Associate (Seasonal)
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Job Location:
Oakland, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Come join Fairyland as a Summer Camp Associate to create a memorable and impactful camp experience for young campers. A successful Summer Camp Associate is passionate about working with children in an outdoor environment and promoting a socially and physically safe learning space. The Camp Associate is focused on supporting the daily schedule and engaging in recreational activities for a cohort of 15 children ages 5-14. Reporting to the Camp Manager this role partners closely with a Summer Camp Lead and collaborates with the entire camp team to regularly organize daily activities and ensure smooth camp operations. The Camp Associate contributes to providing an engaging fun experience where children are exploring the intersections of storytelling imagination nature arts and play.
All successful candidates must attend paid staff training from May 26 May 29 which includes First Aid and CPR certification (if not already certified) team building and program duration for this role is from May 26 - August 7 2026.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Minimum of one (1) year of experience working with school-aged children in a school or camp setting
Strong commitment to providing child-centered culturally responsive and developmentally appropriate learning experiences
Demonstrated dedication to creating and maintaining a safe inclusive and engaging environment that supports social emotional and academic growth
Working knowledge of storytelling imaginative play and creative expression as tools for learning and engagement
Basic proficiency in arts and crafts including the use of reusable and sustainable materials
Understanding of classroom and group management strategies that promote positive behavior and participation
Ability to recognize and support diverse learning styles strengths and needs of individual children
Experience communicating effectively with parents guardians and caregivers including sharing updates and addressing questions or concerns
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize lessons manage daily schedules and maintain orderly workspaces and materials
Flexible dependable and able to adapt to changing program needs and schedules
Personal Attributes/Values
People-orientation- able to interact effectively politely and productively with all types of people from all types of backgrounds and experience and in all types of situations.
Professional maturity to manage composure during stressful interactions
Energetic diplomatic adaptable and with a good sense of humor.
Passionate about the mission vision and goals of Fairyland and possess an understanding of how this position contributes to the organizations success.
Strong work ethic with an orientation toward process improvement.
Impeccable integrity and honesty
Preferred Qualifications
Completed high school diploma
Some college classes preferred
Experience in working with diverse groups of grade school aged children
Physical Requirements
This position is primarily located in an outdoor environment. Able to perform the following duties with or without accommodation:
Stand sit kneel walk bend and perform repetitive motions for the duration of an eight (8) hour shift
Traverse safely over uneven terrain throughout the entirety of the 10-acre amusement park
Safely lift and transport items of up to 50 lbs.
Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
Respond quickly to sounds
See and respond quickly to situations
Communicate in clear loud voice
Operate two-radio for communications with park personnel
Work in outdoor seasonal weather conditions for 100% of shift
Ability to work on weekends and holidays
Proven track record of punctuality and attendance
Current COVID-19 Requirements: ability to provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination prior to start of employment;
Benefits & Compensation
This is a seasonal full-time non-exempt position. The rate of pay is $20.43 per hour. After an introductory period team members get the following benefits:
- Ability to participate 401k plan savings plan
- Employer Assistance Program
- Paid Sick Leave accrues on 1st day and eligible for use after 90 days
How to join Team Fairyland
To apply for a position with Fairyland please complete the application here. Due to the size of our operations we are unable to take phone inquiries about positions.
Childrens Fairyland fully and actively supports equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. Our commitment applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training. We see candidates with a demonstrated commitment to diversity equity and inclusion community building and meaningful connection with a broad range of people and institutions.
About Fairyland
Featured in theWall Street Journals travel section on unique places to visit in Oakland and touted byBuzzFeedas The Most Amazing Place to take Kids in California Childrens Fairyland is the first storybook theme park in America! In 1950 a group of visionary Oaklanders partnered with the citys park superintendent and garnered support from enthusiastic citizens to build the outdoor 10-acre theme park on the shores of Lake Merritt in the heart of Oakland. Visited by Walt Disney as he was conceptualizing Disneyland Fairyland has inspired many other fairytale-themed parks across the United States. Over 220000 visitors enjoy Fairylands many activities and programs annually and through our outreach program free or reduced admission is offered to over 16000 children and families every year. Fairyland operates 362 of 365 days a year weather permitting.
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About Company
Join the Fairyland Team! Children’s Fairyland has been serving families in the San Francisco Bay Area for over 71 years. We are always looking for a few great team members to join our happy crew of over 60 individuals dedicated to delivering joy and magic to the youngest members of ou ... View more
