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Camp KTon Ton Counselor

92NY
Date Posted: 03/10/2025
Location: New York, New York
Salary/Wage: $2,000 - $3,700 a year
Job Type: Temporary
Work Arrangement: Onsite

Description:

•Daily supervision of campers ages 2.5 – 5 years old, including supervising and supporting campers during lunch, rest, and at various camp activities.   

• Assist and help plan regularly scheduled program activities (arts, sports, gymnastics, Shabbat, classroom play etc.) commensurate with the abilities, limitations and needs of individual campers.   

• Communicate regularly to Head Counselor and Camp Director observations and concerns regarding the needs of individual campers, including any difficulties, where necessary.   

• Assume responsibilities for the health and safety of campers, with complete awareness of campers' whereabouts and allergies at all times. 

• Provide support and assistance to campers and nurture campers at all times while respecting their privacy and sense of self-worth.   

• Come prepared every day to fully participate in the Camp’s activities.   

• Read and fully comply with the policies of Camp as set forth in the Staff Manual that you will be given during Orientation and always comply with its rules and regulations, including dress code and emergency procedures. 

• Exude enthusiasm for Camp life and activities and seek to incorporate the Camp’s values including compassion, kindness, leadership, courage, and mindfulness, while also acting as a role model for campers.   

• Ability to lift 25 lbs. 

• Staff Shirt (provided) and sneakers required while on duty; and appropriate swimming attire required for swimming. 

• Ability to communicate directly with camp office regarding application, pre-camp paperwork, and throughout summer. 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, or a related field.   

• Experience in camp, youth programs, recreation, working with children, or in a related field.   

• Ability to lead, plan, organize, and implement program activities.   

• Ability to work as a member of a team and accomplish tasks with energy and creativity   

• Strong organizational and communication skills.   

 

Minimum Education Level: Highschool Graduate or GED
Preferred Education Level: Bachelor's Degree

Application Instructions:

For more information contact Rachel Skoff at rskoff@92Ny.org or start a staff application here. 

Additional Information:

The actual compensation offered will be based on a number of factors including, but not limited to the qualifications of the applicant, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.  

 

Camp Dates: Camp Dates: Camp runs from Monday to Friday (8:00 AM – 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, 3:30, or 4:30 pm depending on the designated camp group), From June 30th – August 8th with pre-camp orientation in June.    

  


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