6-7 year old Camp Leader

Job Description

Are you ready to have fun this summer and make a difference working with kids? Every summer, Old Colony YMCA works with hundreds of children in fun and educational summer outdoor day camp programs. We are looking for you to be a role model and guide campers through activities!

About The Role

• Guide and inspire campers aged 6 years old and 7 years old through exciting and educational outdoor activities.
• Summer program runs from June 16th to August 22nd.
• Mandatory training days: Branch dependent.
• Work schedule: Monday-Friday (no weekends), with shifts from 8:45 to 4:15PM with the opportunity for extra hours.
• Overseeing staff and children with in required age group
• Communicating with parents
• Helping support children of all abilities
  
  

What's In It For You

• Enjoy a free Y membership!
• Receive CPR/first aid training.
• Unlock leadership opportunities.
• Build your resume for future jobs or college applications!
• Year round job opportunities!
  
  

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement: 18 years old by June 1st.
• Up-to-date physical and immunizations (Same as required for school).
• Strong communication skills: ability to read, write, talk, see, and hear.
• Ability to lead age-appropriate games and activities.
• Creativity and resourcefulness are highly valued!
  
  

Apply now for a rewarding summer adventure!

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Minimum of 6 months to 1 year previous experience in camp or school-age programs or in teaching
• Certification if required for specialties ie. ropes, waterfront etc.
• Good interpersonal communication skills
• Evidence of physical examination every two years
• Negative Mantoux TB test and immunity for measles, mumps, and rubella
• Certification of good health from a physician
• Must be able to walk around camp all day as well as stand, stoop and sit