Becoming a Pathfinder Summer Camp Counselor

Interested in working with a dynamic, fun, and talented staff at this year’s Pathfinder Summer Camp? Have experience working with and a passion for engaging the minds and creative spirits of children? Enjoy being outdoors all day? Then we encourage you to apply to be a Summer Camp Counselor with The Pathfinder School!

Our summer camp is hosted on our 22 acres campus, which is full of wooded trails and includes a beach for swimming on Cedar Lake. This camp serves ages 4-12 and also has a Junior Camp Counselor Program for 13-15 year olds. This is a day camp that runs Monday-Friday from 9-4.

Camp Training (required) will be 4 days and begin on June 17th. Camp starts on June 23rd and ends on August 15th. Counselors are expected to be available for the entire term.

Being a summer camp counselor is one of the most demanding, yet fun positions you will ever have! Candidates must have the stamina to patiently lead groups of children for 8 hours a day, while carrying supplies, in all Michigan weather conditions.

This is a great opportunity for current or future educators and childcare professionals.

Note: Unfortunately we are unable to provide housing for the summer. Counselors must live within commuting distance of our campus.

Responsibilities

  • Create and implement engaging activities for groups of campers

  • Utilize appropriate behavior management techniques to promote camper enjoyment and safety

  • Provide excellent customer service to develop positive and welcoming relationships with campers and their families

  • Ability to learn and enforce camp safety and operating rules

  • Create an inclusive group environment for campers to express themselves freely and safely

 Requirements

  • High School or equivalent (preferred)

  • At least 16 years of age

  • Experience working with/managing groups of children: 1 year (preferred)

  • Ability to pass background check

  • High level of responsibility and accountability

  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills

  • Enthusiastic and Positive attitude

If you are interested in joining our staff for the 25 Summer Camp season, please complete the form below and email your Resume and Cover Letter to our Camp email - camp@thepathfinderschool.org

Cover Letter:

Explain why you are applying to Pathfinder Summer Camp, your interest in working with children over the summer, and any experience you have that makes you a good candidate for our program.

Resume:

Highlight your experience in the workforce, internships, other unpaid jobs, school awards, and/or any special skills.