What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teen Camp Counselor & Residential Advisor position at NYFA?
POSITION SUMMARY:
Looking for a fun, fast-paced summer job where you can make a real impact? The New York Film Academy’s Summer Camp at Harvard University is hiring Camp Counselors to mentor and supervise teen storytellers ages 14–17. You’ll live on campus with the students, lead them around Cambridge and Boston, plan awesome activities, and help create a safe, creative, and memorable camp experience. It’s part camp counselor, part city guide, and part resident mentor—all rolled into one unforgettable summer.
COMMITMENT:
- Must be available full-time from June 16 – August 1, 2026
- Live-in, dorm housing provided
- One WEEKDAY off per week; weekends required
- No vacation or leave during program dates; schedule conflicts must be disclosed in advance
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- Be a positive role model and support system for campers
- Lead student groups to classes and activities on foot and via public transportation
- Help prep the dorms: decorate, stock supplies, and welcome new arrivals
- Run weekly student check-ins/checkouts
- Plan and lead evening and weekend activities and events
- Enforce NYFA rules, curfew, and perform nightly room checks
- Do dorm rounds and health & safety inspections
- Participate in on-call duty rotation
- Attend daily team meetings and assist with administrative tasks as needed
- Spend time at the school during class hours to help students with non-academic aspects of their day
- Additional tasks and shifts as deemed necessary by Supervisor
Qualifications:
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
- Interested in mentoring youth and fostering their creative growth.
- Experience working with teens in a camp, school, or similar setting
- Great communication, leadership, and people skills
- Cool under pressure—able to think on your feet and adapt quickly
- Team player who’s energetic, reliable, and professional
- Familiarity with Cambridge and Boston
- Comfortable walking/standing for long periods and lifting up to 30 lbs
- Able to take feedback and maintain a high level of professionalism
- Familiarity with Google Suite or spreadsheets (XLS) preferred
- Valid Driver’s License
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
- Prior experience working with kids or teens strongly preferred
- Background in visual or performing arts a plus
- Bachelor’s degree or in progress
- Must be organized, dependable, and a strong communicator
New York Film Academy (“NYFA”) is an equal opportunity employer. Prospective employees will receive consideration without discrimination because of race, creed, color, sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military and veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
Salary : $675