What are the responsibilities and job description for the PT Summer Camp Counselor (Preschool-2nd grade) position at Acquire4Hire?
Summary
The Children’s School (TCS) in South Burlington, VT is seeking a part-time Summer Camp Teacher to join our welcoming, small, and supportive summer camp community!
We’re looking for a caring, enthusiastic educator who truly loves to play, get a little messy, and bring their own creativity to the day. Our 2026 Summer Camp theme, “Around the World,” will take campers on a journey across continents through hands-on exploration, outdoor adventures, and imaginative play.
This is the perfect role for someone who enjoys dreaming up outdoor games, leading a baking project, setting up a craft invitation, planting in the garden, or sharing whatever their unique “spark” might be. Our days include lots of time outside (including park visits), small group sizes, and a mix of preschool and K–2 children—plus the added bonus of having your afternoons free.
Position Details:
The Children’s School (TCS) in South Burlington, VT is seeking a part-time Summer Camp Teacher to join our welcoming, small, and supportive summer camp community!
We’re looking for a caring, enthusiastic educator who truly loves to play, get a little messy, and bring their own creativity to the day. Our 2026 Summer Camp theme, “Around the World,” will take campers on a journey across continents through hands-on exploration, outdoor adventures, and imaginative play.
This is the perfect role for someone who enjoys dreaming up outdoor games, leading a baking project, setting up a craft invitation, planting in the garden, or sharing whatever their unique “spark” might be. Our days include lots of time outside (including park visits), small group sizes, and a mix of preschool and K–2 children—plus the added bonus of having your afternoons free.
Position Details:
- Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 8:15 AM–1:15 PM (Fridays off!)
- Dates: July 7 – August 13
- Training: June 28–29 (morning only)
- Pay: $20–$23/hour, based on experience
- Work with the lead teacher to implement classroom activities and encourage children's participation
- Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, maintenance, and availability of classroom material
- Maintain frequent communications with parents, outside providers, and other staff
- Follow all center policies and state regulations
- Participate in professional development and training as part of an Individual Professional Development Plan
- Other duties as assigned
- Minimum of 1-2 years of professional child care experience.
- High energy.
- Ability to work well with others.
- Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
- An understanding of child development.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
- Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.
- Qualified as a Teacher, Teacher Associate, or Teacher Assistant as defined by Child Development Division
- Educational background or professional experience in Special Education.
- Morning schedule only
Salary : $20 - $23