What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Camp Counselor position at Tarbiyah Academy?
Tarbiyah Academy is seeking energetic, responsible, and compassionate camp counselors (ages 13 ) to join our Quran & STEAM Summer Camp team. As a mission-driven Islamic school, we are committed to nurturing confident, principled, and spiritually grounded young people, and our summer camp provides an engaging environment for growth, learning, and friendship.
About the Role
Camp counselors play a critical role in creating a safe, supportive, and fun environment for students to explore new skills, develop friendships, and grow in confidence. This position requires enthusiasm, patience, strong communication, and a commitment to serving as a positive role model. Counselors assist with supervision, instruction, and facilitation of activities across Quran learning, STEM projects, creative arts, and physical education, ensuring every camper feels included, challenged, and encouraged. This is an ideal opportunity for students and young adults seeking leadership experience, teamwork development, and community engagement. The program runs June 29 – July 31, 2026, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM, with mandatory staff training the week of June 22 – 26, 2026.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and guide campers throughout the day
- Support the facilitation of STEM, art, sports, and Quran learning activities
- Prepare materials and set up spaces for hands-on projects
- Encourage camper participation, teamwork, and positive behavior
- Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming environment
- Serve as a role model, demonstrating respect, responsibility, and enthusiasm
- Collaborate with camp staff to ensure activities run smoothly
- Assist with daily clean-up and organization
Qualifications
- Responsible, dependable, and respectful
- Clear communication and teamwork skills
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Ability to work with children and engage in hands-on, active activities
- Comfort with outdoor games and creative projects
- Minimum Requirements:
- 13 or older
- Ability to work cooperatively with staff and campers
- Willingness to participate in camp preparation, supervision, and clean-up
- Experience working with children helpful but not required
Student Service Learning (SSL) Opportunities
Students seeking Student Service Learning (SSL) hours are welcome to apply. Counselors may choose to volunteer and earn SSL hours instead of receiving hourly pay.
Depending on the number of weeks worked, students may earn approximately:
- 1 week of camp: 35 SSL hours
- 2 weeks of camp: 70 SSL hours
- 4 weeks of camp: 140 SSL hours
- 5 weeks of camp: 175 SSL hours
SSL hours will be verified and signed by camp leadership in accordance with school district guidelines.
Tarbiyah Academy provides a safe, nurturing, and spiritually grounded summer environment. Camp counselors are selected for their leadership potential, enthusiasm, and ability to positively influence campers, contributing meaningfully to a summer of growth, learning, and friendship.
To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to Ms. Aya Karam at akaram@tarbiyahacademy.org