Summer Day Camp Counselor - Queens

New York Edge is seeking passionate and enthusiastic  Part Time- Summer Day Camp Counselors. Multiple openings across all 5 Boroughs.

Who we are:

New York Edge is the largest provider of after school and community school programs in all five boroughs of New York City and Wyandanch, Long Island. With more than 25,000 students in grades K-12, New York Edge bridges the opportunity gap faced by students in underinvested communities by strengthening academic performance, health and wellness, self-confidence, and leadership skills for success in life.

What is a Camp Counselor :

A Summer Camp Counselor plays a key role in creating a fun, engaging, and safe environment for children attending summer school programs. They ensure a safe, engaging, and structured environment while facilitating activities, supporting academic enrichment, and fostering social development. 

In this role you will : 

• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of participants in the program by providing appropriate supervision at all times. 
• Keep the immediate supervisor informed daily of any concerns regarding participants, staff, or the facility.
• Prepare the learning environment and necessary supplies for program activities. Assume responsibility for the cleanliness and organization of the camp room, program supplies, and activity space.
• Create and maintain a strength-based, youth-focused atmosphere that is consistent and sensitive to the needs of participants with learning, emotional, or behavioral differences.
• Take a leadership role in providing regular updates to caregivers.
• Other duties as assigned by the manager.

 Requirements: 

• High School Diploma or Equivalent 
• Must be 18 years old
• Some experience working with children is preferred

Schedule:

Part-Time Seasonal  (July 2nd – August 15th)

Weekly Scheduled Hours from 15-29 hrs weekly.  (**No Summer Camp on July 4**)

• Elementary school: Monday- Friday 8am-1pm or 12pm-6pm
• Middle school:   Monday-Friday 12pm-6pm, Fridays 8am-6pm (until August 8th) 

Pay:

$17/hour 

To apply, please visit our website at https://newyorkedge.org/careers/

At New York Edge, we are committed to delivering exceptional professional development for our staff. All summer activity specialists are required to complete a mandatory 3-hour curriculum and instruction training before the start of summer camp. This training will be offered on June 23rd, 24th, or 25th; please note that these dates are subject to change

New York Edge provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.