Summer Camp Activity Counselor NYC
1 day ago
New York
Job DescriptionLocation and Dates: St. John’s University (Queens Campus) - Housing available if desired • Camp runs from June 15 - August 16, 2026, • 2, 4, 6, and 8 week contracts are available Job Description You will oversee international students during on-campus activities, as well as lead and supervise students during off-campus excursions. We are looking for both residential staff who will live on-campus, as well as staff who can reliably commute. Your key tasks will consist of, but not be limited to: Student Supervision: • Act in loco parentis to ensure and maintain student discipline, welfare, safety, and security at all times., • Ensure that students adhere to the YES USA Student Code of Conduct., • Inform management immediately of any issues Off-Campus Excursions • Attend and actively participate in all staff meetings and professional development workshops when arranged., • Prepare for off-site excursions (study and memorize cultural and historical information, check and study directions to excursion sites, etc.)., • Provide information and share stories with students/chaperones about cultural and historical places visited in a fun and engaging way., • Actively supervise, interact with, and entertain students and chaperones to ensure their satisfaction., • Follow the itinerary but be ready to think on your feet and successfully manage emerging situations., • Provide receipts from excursion vendors or cafes/restaurants after each excursion, if applicable., • Assist at any time, whether on duty or not, with emergencies., • Manage any problems or incidents and report them to the management team. On-Campus Activities • Lead on-campus activities, such as music night, volleyball, etc., • Assist in coordinating on-campus food activity deliveries, including tasks such as picking up food, setting up a dining area, facilitating food distribution, and cleaning up the dining area. Session Opening and Closing Responsibilities • Contribute to the preparation for student arrival by participating in tasks such as room inspections, assembling welcome packets, facilitating new student orientation, and conducting campus tours, among other responsibilities., • Meet and greet students at the airport and accompany them to the campus via private shuttle or taxi., • Provide support during new student check-ins., • Assist with end-of-course ceremonies., • Assist with room inspections during student check-outs and coordinate their airport transfers for a seamless departure experience. Residential/Administrative/Miscellaneous: • Ensure punctuality for all excursions and scheduled activities, • Attend and actively participate in all staff meetings and professional development workshops when applicable. Requirements • Bachelor's Degree or current university student, • Native fluency in English., • Effective written and oral communication skills., • Legal authorization to work in the United States. Qualities An ideal candidate possesses the following qualities: • Establishes strong rapport with teenagers through effective communication, • Displays a fun and outgoing personality to foster an engaging environment, • Exhibits genuine interest in other cultures and willingly shares personal experiences, • Demonstrates a sense of responsibility and authority when dealing with students, • Possesses a proactive approach to researching and learning about the city’s attractions to share with students, • Ability to guide students around the city independently., • A good sense of direction and a strong knowledge of the city, including the public transportation system., • Adapts well to change, showing flexibility in various situations, • Commits to working extended hours, including weekends and holidays, to ensure program success. Application Procedure Prior to offering a job to selected candidates, YES USA will: • Complete a reference check (names and contact details of three references are required)., • Run a background check. Upon signing a job offer, successful candidates will be required to: • Submit a copy of their diploma(s) or transcripts along with other new hire paperwork. Available Employee Benefits • Two days off per week., • On-campus housing in a shared dorm (residential staff). Hours • Excursions on non-study days could begin as early as 10:30am and end at 10:30pm., • Excursions on study days could begin as early as 1:30pm and end at 10:30pm., • All activity counselors lead 10 days of excursions and work 99 hours in 2 weeks Compensation • Residential Salary - $1,100 - $1,327 for two weeks, • Commuter Salary - $1,683 for two weeks