What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Camp Counselor-NCE position at Newton Public Schools?
About our Counselors
NCE counselors are responsible for supervising and guiding children, ages 5-14, under the direction of
their class instructors or coaches with activities such as arts, crafts, sports, games, and STEM. They are
passionate about kids' experiences at camp; organized, flexible and able to problem-solve; calm under
pressure; effective communicators with adults, fellow counselors and campers; and have experience
working with children. Counselors are ultimately supervised by the Enrichment or Full Day Sports
Camp Director.
About Newton Community Education
Our mission is to build a strong, inclusive community through learning, enrichment, and connection.
We are a self-sustaining arm of the Newton Public Schools, are dedicated to lifelong learning and are
committed to providing access for all youth of all abilities, races, language backgrounds, genders, and
income levels.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Experience working with children, preferably in a recreational setting
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
- Able to receive and implement feedback from NCE staff members
- Positive, collaborative, and flexible
- Ability to commit to full duration of work
- Consistent, reliable and punctual
- Able to maintain attention and a high level of energy or excitement for extended periods of time
- Clean CORI / SORI / fingerprint background check
Essential Job Duties
Campers and Program
2025, and any other planning meetings leading up to camp
minutes after the day ends (3 : 45pm)
Safety and Procedures
including protocols for check-in, drop-off, attendance, and lunch processes, are followed
Central Staff as appropriate
Pay Rate :
15-19 / hour, based on experience and skill set
Typical daily camp hours : 8 : 15-3 : 45 pm. Counselors are paid based on attendance. If you are unable to
work, you will not be paid for the day. You will be paid for breaks and lunch.
Newton Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Newton Public Schools ensures equal
employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual
orientation, disability, or any other class as protected by law. The Newton Public Schools places a
high value on diversity and active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and staff. Any individual
needing assistance in applying for any opening should contact the district human resources office.
Salary : $15 - $19
