Camp Head Counselor at William Allen Middle School

Join our team at William Allen Middle School in Moorestown: Be a Hero to Campers as a Head Counselor at ESF Camps!

Are you ready to embark on a thrilling adventure filled with laughter, learning, and unforgettable moments? At ESF Camps, we are on a mission to create a summer like no other for campers from preschool to 8th grade.

We are looking for energetic and passionate people to join our team and make a positive impact while having a blast!

At ESF Camps, the Head Counselor is called a Group Specialist.

A Group Specialist fulfills counselor responsibilities and takes a lead role in group management, leading activities when needed.

Group Specialists work in one of the following camps:
• Junior Camp: Preschool - 2nd grade
• Senior Camp: 3rd - 8th grades
 

Why ESF?


* Inspire Young Minds: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children while receiving comprehensive training and support.


* Unleash Your Potential: We offer internships, fieldwork, and overall professional development opportunities.


* Become a Leader: Gain valuable leadership experience as you supervise and mentor children.


* Positive Environment: Experience being part of a team guided by ESF Core Values.

Extra Perks:


* Convenient Summer Schedule: Enjoy nights and weekends off.


* Employee Referral Bonus Program: Increase your earnings through referrals from your network.


* Free Certifications: Reimbursements are available for qualified roles.


* Camp Tuition: Enjoy a significantly discounted tuition rate exclusively for Team members’ children.

Requirements:


* Experience: We are looking for experience teaching and working with children.
+ Previous experience in classroom teaching, fieldwork, or a minimum of two (2) years of ESF experience.
+ Previous experience working with children in a camp setting is preferred.


* Education: Bachelor's degree required - Teaching certification preferred


* Background: Background in one or more activities offered by ESF is preferred (i.e., art, science, sports, technology, leadership & teambuilding)


* Hours: Typically, from 8:30 am to 3:40 pm, Monday to Friday, with opportunities for extended hours for additional income.


* Schedule Commitment: Any schedule changes or time off must be pre-approved by the site director.


* Required Training: Complete all required ESF and state-mandated training and onboarding.


* Dress Code: Maintain the "ESF Look" (camp uniform) and embody the spirit of the camp.

Essential Job Responsibilities:


* Dive into the Camp Day! Promote and help lead in daily activities and projects with enthusiasm, collaborating effectively with co-counselors.


* Teach & Inspire: At times the Group Specialists will need to fill in and lead camp activities.

When this happens, they implement the ESF curriculum, actively engage campers, and bring lesson plans to life.


* Safety & Positive Group Management: Ensure the safety...