Day Camp Counselor - Summer 2025

Job Title: Day Camp Counselor

Compensation: $500.00 per week base rate, 10% boost for Spanish speakers

Housing: Yes

Exemption Status: Exempt 

Employee Classification: Temporary, Full-time

Dates of Employment: May 27, 2025 - August 16, 2025

Reporting to: Day Camp Manager

Direct Reports: None

Position Summary

As a Day Camp Counselor at Keystone Science School, you’ll bring adventure, learning, and fun to life for campers in Kindergarten through 5th grade! Each week is packed with hands-on science activities, outdoor exploration, arts and crafts, games, and team-building. With a new science and adventure theme every week, you’ll inspire curiosity and confidence while creating unforgettable experiences in the great outdoors.

You’ll be more than just a counselor—you’ll be a mentor, leader, and role model, guiding campers through exciting activities and personal growth. From leading hikes to organizing engaging lessons, you’ll help foster a supportive and inclusive camp environment. Get ready to make a difference, build lifelong memories, and have an absolute blast doing it!

The wage for this position is $500.00 weekly with a 10% increase for those fluent in English and Spanish.

Key Responsibilities

Program Leadership & Camper Experience

• Lead and facilitate age-appropriate activities including science experiments, outdoor exploration, arts and crafts, and games.
• Supervise and actively engage with up to 13 campers daily, ensuring a fun and supportive environment.
• Foster teamwork, leadership, and personal growth in campers through hands-on learning and outdoor adventures.
• Promote positive behavior and conflict resolution, creating an inclusive space for all campers.

Safety & Supervision

• Maintain high health and safety standards, following all Risk Management policies.
• Ensure proper supervision and well-being of campers throughout the day.
• Assist with check-in and check-out procedures, ensuring a smooth transition for families.
• Monitor and manage camper behavior and group dynamics, providing guidance as needed.

Logistics & Operations

• Set up and clean up before and after daily activities.
• Support the Tuesday Day Camp Sleepover on a rotating basis.
• Support camp operations by completing logistical tasks such as taking photos, organizing materials, and maintaining program spaces.
• Drive a 15-passenger van (for staff 20+ with 4+ years of driving experience) to transport campers safely.
• Maintain and properly store all KSS equipment used during camp activities.​​​​​​

Skills 

• Have an interest in, respect for, and ability to work with children.
• Have an interest in, respect for, and ability t