Become a Camp Counselor

The art teacher plays an important role in the SummerWorks program, inspiring creativity and engagement through daily arts and crafts activities for campers of all ages. This position is responsible for planning and leading art projects, organizing and maintaining supplies, and collaborating with the SummerWorks administrative team to create age-appropriate activities. The art teacher also provides support to counselors, helps manage camper behavior, and occasionally communicates with families. This role requires strong organizational skills, initiative, enthusiasm, and the ability to foster a positive and inclusive environment where campers can explore their creativity while developing confidence and artistic skills.

The SummerWorks Cubs director provides leadership and vision for the Cubs program, shaping a safe, joyful, and developmentally rich experience for our youngest campers (ages 4 & 5). This role oversees daily programming, supervises and evaluates lead counselors and counselors, and ensures smooth transitions, behavior management, and camper support throughout the day. The Cubs director also manages program logistics, including schedules, field trips, and serves as the primary point of contact for families and the administrative team. They assess program effectiveness, implement improvements, and foster a positive, collaborative team culture that supports both campers and staff. Ideal candidates are experienced, organized, and enthusiastic leaders with a passion for child development, strong communication skills, and the ability to inspire and guide a dynamic staff team.

SummerWorks cubs lead counselors provide leadership for our youngest campers (ages 4–5) and their counselor teams, creating a safe, joyful, and inclusive camp environment. They guide campers in developing social-emotional skills, independence, and cooperation, while modeling positive behavior and problem-solving. Lead counselors mentor and support counselors, contribute to program quality, and ensure smooth daily transitions. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic, organized, and creative leaders who bring energy, patience, and a positive, collaborative spirit to every day, stepping in wherever campers or staff need guidance.

SummerWorks lead counselors help create a memorable, safe, and inclusive camp experience. They lead activities, support camper behavior, manage transitions, and mentor counselor teams. Lead counselors collaborate with camp leadership, build meaningful relationships with campers, and bring energy, enthusiasm, and confidence to every day—jumping in wherever needed to make camp unforgettable.

The SummerWorks LIT lead counselor mentors middle-school campers while supporting the LIT team and the SummerWorks administrative team. They guide campers in developing leadership skills, mentoring younger campers, engaging in community projects, and exploring new opportunities and experiences. The LIT lead counselor helps maintain a safe and fun camp environment and step in wherever campers or staff need guidance. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic, organized, and creative leaders who bring responsibility, initiative, patience, and a positive, collaborative spirit to every day.

The SummerWorks office assistant provides administrative and operational support to ensure the smooth running of camp. This role assists with family communication (phone calls, emails, and in-person conversations), waivers, supply inventory (including snacks and first aid supplies), mentors staff, supports camper groups as needed, and manages technology-based tasks. The office assistant also supports staff training, camper rosters, and program activities while helping maintain an organized, safe, and engaging environment for campers and staff. Ideal candidates are organized, detail-oriented, and proactive team players who enjoy working with children. They should have strong interpersonal skills and maintain a positive, flexible attitude.

SummerWorks substitute counselors provide essential support to ensure every day of camp runs smoothly, even when staff are out. While a schedule is created before camp begins by the Director of SummerWorks, substitutes may be asked for their availability on short notice and are asked on an as needed basis. In this role, substitute counselors supervise and guide campers’ learning, personal growth, and skill development through planning, leading, and coordinating age-appropriate activities. As the primary caregivers on the days they work, substitute counselors focus on creating a safe, fun, and engaging environment for campers.