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Summer Camp Counselor

Baroody Camps
Fairfax, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/14/2026
Looking for a fun summer opportunity to impact kids and earn money? Look no further!

Hiring now for Camp Counselors in our Baroody Outside and Baroody Camps summer programs. We are hosting a variety of exciting programs from art, to sports, to even fishing and mountain biking! We have opportunities for indoor and outdoor camps..

We are interviewing for training dates starting May 15!

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Job Summary

Baroody Camps, Inc. provides camps to school children in various counties throughout the Northern Virginia area throughout the summer and school year months. We provide opportunities to manage and teach kids during our camps. We are looking for individuals who are interested in teaching elementary school children in various activities including (but not limited to) art, science, STEM, cooking, and sports.

  • will be scheduled weekly and hours range from 25-40 per week depending on availability
  • must be available for the full week of camp (Monday-Friday)

This is a seasonal role that will begin in June and run through August. The ideal candidate can work at least 5 weeks.

Positions will be open in: Arlington, Fairfax, Alexandria and Falls Church!

Pay

Counselor: Range $15-$22/hour

Responsibilities And Duties

  • Build and develop positive, caring and appropriate relationships with campers. Treat all campers fairly with kindness, dignity and respect.
  • Managing a small group of kids by taking attendance and accounting for them at all times
  • Ensure children's safety, manage children's behavior and act as a role model while participating with campers in all daily activities.
  • Facilitate age-appropriate activities for elementary school aged children activities that give children a sense of accomplishment that comes from mastering techniques and completing projects.
  • Use group management skills to engage all children in daily activities (i.e. signals to get attention, positive feedback, model positive attitude about projects, conflict resolution, etc.)
  • Prepare materials needed for activities, clean up after the activities.
  • Option to create and design activities for elementary school aged children (optional)
  • For in person camp options - additional safety and cleaning precautions must be taken.

Expectations

  • Arrive on time each day
  • Manage kids safely
  • Complete activities in a safe but fun and exciting manner
  • Communicate directly with Site Director, Manager, and student's parents

Qualifications And Skills

  • Must be eligible to work in the United States
  • Availability to work at least 4 weeks between June and August.
  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Experience working with children (preferred)
  • Flexibility and willingness to adapt to different situations
  • Works well under pressure
  • Must have reliable transportation

Paid Training

  • CPR/AED/First Aid Certification, provided.
  • On the job training, provided.
  • Orientation required.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Baroody Camps provides equal opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

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