Summer Camp Counselor

Job Description: Summer Camp Educator / CounselorAbout Washington Tennis & Education Foundation

The Washington Tennis & Education Foundation (WTEF) is on a mission to build life champions. WTEF provides a safe, trusted environment where youth can thrive, excel, and develop meaningful values and critical skills that lead to lifelong success. Through a combination of academic enrichment, life skills development, and tennis instruction, WTEF empowers young people to achieve their highest potential during after-school and summer camp programming.

Objective

WTEF is seeking energetic, reliable, and passionate Summer Camp Educators/Counselors to join our team for Summer 2026. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic about working with youth and helping create a positive, engaging, and memorable summer experience for students.

Camp Information

Camp Dates:
June 15 – August 14, 2026

No Camp:
June 19
July 3
July 24

Camp Hours:
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Location:
WTEF East Capitol Campus
200 Stoddert Place SE
Washington, DC 20019

This is a great opportunity to be part of an organization that values its team members and is committed to creating a culture of learning, growth, and community impact.

Position Summary

Summer Camp Educators/Counselors are responsible for supervising and engaging youth in academic enrichment and structured activities throughout the camp day. Staff will lead and support classroom-based learning experiences in areas such as literacy, STEM, arts, life skills, and other enrichment activities while helping maintain a safe and supportive environment for all participants.

Educators are expected to support lesson implementation, manage classroom behavior, and motivate students to actively participate in daily programming.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Supervise campers and maintain a safe, structured, and positive learning environment.

Assist with implementing engaging academic enrichment activities and lessons.

Support classroom instruction in areas such as literacy, STEM, arts, life skills, and other enrichment programming.

Demonstrate strong classroom management and behavioral support strategies.

Encourage participation and foster a positive learning environment for all students.

Assist with daily camp operations including arrival, dismissal, meals, and transitions between activities.

Supervise students during field trips, special events, and outdoor activities.

Ensure the safety and well-being of all participants at all times.

Serve as a positive role model and mentor for students.

Attend required training sessions, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.

Support tennis programming if needed (previous tennis experience is a plus but not required).

Perform additional duties as needed to support program operations.

Qualifications

Associate degree required; bachelor’s degree or current enrollment in an education-related field preferred.

Experience working with elementary and/or middle school-aged children preferred.

Passion for youth development and working with diverse student populations.

Strong classroom management and leadership skills.

Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Ability to plan and facilitate engaging, age-appropriate activities.

Ability to work collaboratively with staff and program leadership.

Must pass required background screenings, including fingerprint checks with FBI, MPD, and a sex offender registry review.

Compensation

$25 per hour

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their resume to:

jcosby@wtef.org

Job Title: Tennis Summer Camp Counselor

Location: Washington Tennis & Education

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their resumes to wtef@wtef.org with the subject: Tennis Summer Camp Counselor Job Opening.

Application Deadline: June 1, 2026

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25