What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Camp Counselor position at Dawson School?
Spend Your Summer Making a Difference at Dawson!
Looking for a meaningful and rewarding way to spend your summer—or even part of it? As a Summer Camp Counselor at Dawson Summer Camp, you’ll enjoy an exciting opportunity for personal growth, professional development, and career exploration, all while having fun and making a positive impact on children’s lives.
These positions are especially appealing to students and young adults interested in careers involving education, psychology, sociology, and working with the public. However, applicants from all academic backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Why Become a Dawson Summer Camp Counselor?
As a camp counselor, you will have the opportunity to:
Dawson has several Summer Camp Counselor positions available. Roles are filled on a first-come, first-served basis, so early applications are encouraged. The ideal candidate is someone who is an enthusiastic, high-energy individual who enjoys working with children.
Positions will remain open until filled.
The Summer Camp Counselor is a temporary, full-time, seasonal position and is not eligible for benefits. The salary range for this position is $17.43 to $18.00 per hour. Compensation is commensurate with experience, qualifications, and relevant skills. Lunch is provided daily.
To Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and a list of references through the Dawson School website at www.dawsonschool.org.
Professional And Personal Qualifications
The position requires the ability to stand, walk, sit, handle materials and equipment with manual dexterity, reach outward and above the shoulders, climb, crawl, squat or kneel, bend, lift, carry, and move equipment and supplies. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position safely, with or without reasonable accommodation.
In Addition, The Position Requires
Dawson School is dedicated to excellence of mind, body, and character. We prepare students through challenging and relevant learning to become creative, resilient problem-solvers who bring their best to the world.
Dawson School Diversity Statement
Dawson is united in nurturing a culture of belonging that embraces diversity of thought, experience, identity, and passion.
Dawson actively promotes and embraces the exchange of diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds through curricular design, community involvement, and the integration of our four virtues - respect, compassion, courage, and integrity – into every aspect of our community life. It is our responsibility to provide a safe and inclusive learning environment for all members of our community, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, age, ability, or religion, as well as to cultivate in each student the ability to make empathetic, socially responsible decisions.
Applicant Acknowledgment and Certification
By submitting my application, I acknowledge and certify that the information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I authorize the employer to verify any information it deems relevant to my employment application, including my employment history, educational background, credit history, and record of criminal convictions.
I understand that my former employers, educational institutions, and personal references may release information about me in response to inquiries from the employer. I further understand that any offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory reference checks and the successful completion of a criminal history check.
I acknowledge that providing false, misleading, or incomplete information, or omitting material facts in my application or during the interview process, may result in denial of employment or termination if already employed.
I also understand that I must provide unexpired documentation establishing my legal authorization to work in the United States within three business days of my employment start date.
If employed, I understand that my employment will be on an at-will basis, meaning it is not guaranteed for any specific duration and may be terminated by either party at any time, with or without cause or notice.
The School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal consideration to all applicants and employees based solely on job-related qualifications, in compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws.
Looking for a meaningful and rewarding way to spend your summer—or even part of it? As a Summer Camp Counselor at Dawson Summer Camp, you’ll enjoy an exciting opportunity for personal growth, professional development, and career exploration, all while having fun and making a positive impact on children’s lives.
These positions are especially appealing to students and young adults interested in careers involving education, psychology, sociology, and working with the public. However, applicants from all academic backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Why Become a Dawson Summer Camp Counselor?
As a camp counselor, you will have the opportunity to:
- Develop real-life problem-solving and leadership skills
- Make a significant and positive impact on the lives of children
- Build greater self-awareness and confidence
- Participate in meaningful experiences that support personal growth
- Expand your peer and professional network in a supportive team environment
Dawson has several Summer Camp Counselor positions available. Roles are filled on a first-come, first-served basis, so early applications are encouraged. The ideal candidate is someone who is an enthusiastic, high-energy individual who enjoys working with children.
Positions will remain open until filled.
The Summer Camp Counselor is a temporary, full-time, seasonal position and is not eligible for benefits. The salary range for this position is $17.43 to $18.00 per hour. Compensation is commensurate with experience, qualifications, and relevant skills. Lunch is provided daily.
To Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and a list of references through the Dawson School website at www.dawsonschool.org.
- Click on the hamburger menu at the top right of the homepage, then click on About.
- Select Careers.
- Scroll to the bottom of the page under Our Current Job Openings and select the Summer Camp Counselor posting.
Professional And Personal Qualifications
- Must be 16 years of age or older by the start of camp to be eligible to apply.
- Availability to attend mandatory staff training.
- Lifeguard certification is required before the first day of camp, if applicable.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- Patient, enthusiastic, dependable, and self-controlled.
- Positive attitude with a sense of humor.
- High level of integrity and an exceptional work ethic.
- Summer Camp Dates: June 7, 2027 - July 30, 2027.
- Work Hours: 8:15 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.
- Minimum Commitment: 2 weeks (not necessarily consecutive).
- Must attend the mandatory in-service staff meeting on June 1, 2027, and staff training on June 3rd or 4th, times TBD.
- Must complete all required student safety and child protection training (licensing requirements) before June 4, 2027.
- Must complete 15 hours of pre-camp training provided by the Director of Summer Camp
- Ability to work scheduled work weeks per signed employment agreement.
- Ability to be flexible and adaptable to a summer camp setting.
- Ability to meet emergencies with good judgment; ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to work with children and adults of diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to recognize potentially hazardous conditions.
- An attitude that exemplifies teamwork and personal responsibility.
- Proficient with computer software, including email, calendar, Google Suite, and spreadsheets.
- Demonstrate enthusiasm for work with all school constituencies.
- Model school virtues of respect, compassion, courage, and integrity.
- Communicate (orally and in writing) effectively with all school constituencies.
The position requires the ability to stand, walk, sit, handle materials and equipment with manual dexterity, reach outward and above the shoulders, climb, crawl, squat or kneel, bend, lift, carry, and move equipment and supplies. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position safely, with or without reasonable accommodation.
In Addition, The Position Requires
- Ability to actively supervise campers and participate in camp activities, which may involve extended periods of standing, walking, and physical activity.
- Ability to work effectively in an active environment with multiple distractions, changing priorities, and occasional interruptions while maintaining appropriate supervision of campers.
- Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, and precipitation.
- Ability to assist with setting up, organizing, and taking down camp activities, including moving equipment, materials, and supplies.
- Ability to follow the camp schedule and adapt to changes in daily programming, activities, and operational needs.
- Ability to respond calmly, appropriately, and effectively in emergencies and other high-stress situations.
- Ability to follow established safety procedures, recognize potential hazards, report concerns promptly, and take appropriate action to help protect the health and safety of campers, staff, and other participants.
- Ability to maintain appropriate supervision of campers, follow established camper accountability procedures, and adhere to camp policies and protocols.
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with campers, parents and guardians, camp staff, school personnel, and other members of the Dawson community.
- Ability to work collaboratively with fellow counselors, camp leadership, and other team members to maintain a positive, inclusive, and supportive environment for all campers.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment, follow directions, and carry out assigned responsibilities independently and as part of a team.
Dawson School is dedicated to excellence of mind, body, and character. We prepare students through challenging and relevant learning to become creative, resilient problem-solvers who bring their best to the world.
Dawson School Diversity Statement
Dawson is united in nurturing a culture of belonging that embraces diversity of thought, experience, identity, and passion.
Dawson actively promotes and embraces the exchange of diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds through curricular design, community involvement, and the integration of our four virtues - respect, compassion, courage, and integrity – into every aspect of our community life. It is our responsibility to provide a safe and inclusive learning environment for all members of our community, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, age, ability, or religion, as well as to cultivate in each student the ability to make empathetic, socially responsible decisions.
Applicant Acknowledgment and Certification
By submitting my application, I acknowledge and certify that the information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I authorize the employer to verify any information it deems relevant to my employment application, including my employment history, educational background, credit history, and record of criminal convictions.
I understand that my former employers, educational institutions, and personal references may release information about me in response to inquiries from the employer. I further understand that any offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory reference checks and the successful completion of a criminal history check.
I acknowledge that providing false, misleading, or incomplete information, or omitting material facts in my application or during the interview process, may result in denial of employment or termination if already employed.
I also understand that I must provide unexpired documentation establishing my legal authorization to work in the United States within three business days of my employment start date.
If employed, I understand that my employment will be on an at-will basis, meaning it is not guaranteed for any specific duration and may be terminated by either party at any time, with or without cause or notice.
The School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal consideration to all applicants and employees based solely on job-related qualifications, in compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws.
Salary : $17 - $18