Countdown to College 2026 Camp Counselor

Overview and Responsibilities

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota is seeking candidates who are eager to contribute to its Lasallian Catholic mission of awakening, nurturing, and empowering learners to ethical lives of service and leadership. We invite individuals to help transform lives through education, inspired by the Catholic Intellectual Tradition’s quest to understand the human experience through faith and reason and its embrace of all who are dedicated to learning from one another through authentic conversations in search of the truth. We are especially interested in and give preference to candidates who demonstrate a vision to create and nurture initiatives that will advance our mission within the scope of their duties and who will foster a culture of dialogue that, with respect for all people, supports the search for meaning and purpose in pursuit of excellence.

 

Job Description:

As a Summer Camp Counselor at Saint Mary's Countdown to College in July 2026, you will mentor and support high school students preparing for college. You'll be assigned to a specific year group, working with fellow counselors to ensure the program's smooth operation. In addition to academic guidance, your role involves organizing activities that foster personal growth and community building among camp participants. You will also conduct rotating nightly rounds to ensure the safety and well-being of campers during the evening hours. Your dedication and commitment to the safety and development of camp participants will be invaluable in ensuring a successful and memorable experience for all involved.

 

Salary Range: $1400 Flat-Rate

 

Key Responsibilities:

● Year-Specific Guidance: Lead and mentor a specific group of high school students, providing them with guidance, support, and assistance throughout the program.● Daily Activity Coordination: Lead daily activities, including walking students between classes, facilitating skill-building workshops, and planning and executing fun and engaging group activities.● Supervision and Wellbeing: Maintain constant supervision and oversight of students to ensure their safety, well-being, and adherence to program rules and guidelines.● Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively to plan and facilitate various camp activities.● Camp Planning: Assist in the development and implementation of the program curriculum and schedule, contributing ideas and insights to enhance the overall experience. Assist with set up and clean of all camp facilities, activities, and organization.● Mentorship: Serve as a positive role model, offering guidance and mentorship to students on a range of topics, including academics, personal growth, and college preparation.● Nightly Safety Rounds: Conducting rotating nightly rounds to guarantee the safety and well-being of campers during the evening hours, maintaining a secure and nurturing environment.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

● College students or recent college graduates between 18 and 23 years old. Saint Mary’s and non-Saint Mary’s students are welcome.● Pass a background check.● Strong communication and interpersonal skills.● Ability to work effectively in a team and collaborate with fellow counselors.● Demonstrated responsibility, reliability, and a commitment to the well-being of high school students.● Previous experience in mentoring, leadership, or youth programs is a plus but not required. Duration: July 5-25, 2026● C2C is an annual two-week summer camp held every July. Counselors arrive on campus a few days before students to participate in various training / set up sessions.○ Counselor Move In Date: July 5○ All Day Training: July 6 - July 10.○ Camp In Session (Full Days): July 11 to July 24○ Counselor Move Out Date: July 25.

 

 

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