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ESF Summer Day Camps
Located: Locations in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Connecticut, Maryland and Delaware
Type: Coed summer day camps
Contact: pmedved@esfcamps.com
Position Available: Swim Instructor/Lifeguard
Salary Range: Competitive Pay
  • Responsible for lifeguarding and ensuring safety of all people in and out of pool; enforce all pool rules and regulations. • Teach daily swim instruction to campers between the ages of 4 and 16 with different ability levels; know and understand each swimming skill level and skills that are taught.
  • Complete weekly progress reports for all campers. Serve as a positive role model to campers
  • Opportunity to teach private/semi-private swim lessons after regular camp hours. Work effectively with other lifeguards/swim instructors and take turns with various responsibilities. Previous experience working with children
  • Current Red Cross Lifeguard & First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer Certifications. If hired, Aquatic Team members are trained on ESF’s swimming levels prior to the start of camp. If you have your WSI certification additional compensation is offered.
  • Website: www.esfjobs.com

ESF Summer Day Camps
Located: Locations in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Connecticut, Maryland and Delaware
Type: Coed summer day camps
Contact: pmedved@esfcamps.com
Position Available: Counselor/Coach/Activity Specialist
Salary Range: Competitive Pay
  • Counselors and Coaches responsible for the supervision of campers, promoting and actively participating in all camp activities, providing a safe, fun camp environment, and serving as a positive role model for campers. Group supervision of campers with attention to: behavior and group management, health, safety, security, and personal and skill development.
  • Prior experience working with children
  • Activity Specialists are responsible for the supervision of campers, the implementation of camp curriculum, promoting and actively participating in all camp activities, providing a safe and fun learning environment, and serving as a positive role model for campers and counselors.
  • Prior teaching experience
  • Website: www.esfjobs.com

Fun Bot Lab
Located: McLean, Virginia - Workshops held at St. Luke School
Type: Coed Day Camp
Contact: tim@funbotlab.com
Position Available: Digital Media Instructor
Salary Range: $1600 - $3600
  • Do you have a passion for and proficiency in digital media of all kinds? Can you create, excite, motivate and teach kids what you know? We are looking for someone with core skills in three areas: 1. Computer graphics i.e., Photoshop (or its equivalent) 2. Digital video, (imovie , Avid or Final Cut Pro or other) and 3. Digital audio & music (any advanced DAW such as pro tools or Logic and their related hardware)
  • Candidates for this position should have the following skills and experience: Use of digital media of all kinds and a portfolio of images, video and sound. A sense of quick and efficient production to guide campers through a 5-day production process resulting in a short film or movie.
  • Ability to collaborate and work with others, and strong connection to teaching and mentoring kids essential. Experience with teaching, or coaching kids in a classroom, workshop or camp setting desired.
  • This job is a firm commitment to work for 6 weeks plus orientation. Orientation is on Saturday June 25th. Camp runs from five days a week from June 27th to August 5th. You will need to submit to a background check. To apply: Email a resume and cover letter explaining why you think that you would be good for the position. Successful candidates will be asked to submit outlines of learning goals before camp.
  • Website: www.funbotlab.com/contact-us/employment

Fun Bot Lab
Located: McLean, Virginia - Workshops held at St. Luke School
Type: Coed Day Camp
Contact: tim@funbotlab.com
Position Available: Robotics and Programming Instructor
Salary Range: $1600 - $3600
  • This is a position for a person who will bring a deep passion and sense of mission for helping boys & girls thrive and succeed in our summer robotics camp. A successful candidate will be able to establish a critical mentoring and guiding relationship with their students to help them solve problems and overcome challenges.
  • Candidates for this position should have: A thorough knowledge of robotics, particularly NXT 1.0 and 2.0 systems, blue tooth connections, various aftermarket sensors, the lab view software they ship with, their firmware, and creative possibilities of their construction.
  • Experience required with advanced programming in Mindstorms software with data wires, data logging and programming the NXT brick with robot C java languages or other languages that can go in the NXT brick.
  • This job is a firm commitment to work for 6 weeks plus orientation. Orientation is on Saturday June 25th. Camp runs from five days a week from June 27th to August 5th . You will need to submit to a background check. To apply: Email a resume and cover letter explaining why you think that you would be good for the position. Successful candidates will be asked to submit outlines of learning goals before camp.
  • Website: www.funbotlab.com/contact-us/employment

Fun Bot Lab
Located: McLean, Virginia - Workshops held at St. Luke School
Type: Coed Day Camp
Contact: tim@funbotlab.com
Position Available: Outside Adventures Specialist
Salary Range: $1600 - $3600
  • Do you have an irrepressible spirit of fun and adventure that unfolds in the summer sun? Were your favorite periods at school recess and PE? Do you work as a coach PE teacher during the school year?
  • Fun Bot Lab is seeking a spirited and fun camp councilor to organize and lead the outside fun and games section of our camp by working directly with councilors and campers.
  • Candidates for this position should have the following skills and experience: - Experience organizing outside games and activities in a school or camp setting or previous experience as a coach or a PE teacher.
  • An irrepressible fun camp spirit that knows how to motivate and work with kids from the ages of 6 to 13. -Ability to work with other councilors and staff to organize activates. -Willingness to thrive and enjoy work in an outdoor summer environment.
  • Website: www.funbotlab.com/contact-us/employment

iD Tech Summer Computer Camps
Located: Located at 60 universities in AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IL, IN, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, NV, NJ, NM, NY, NC, OH, PA, RI, TN, TX, VA, WA and WI
Type: Weeklong, day and overnight summer programs for ages 7-17
Contact: summerjobs@internaldrive.com
Position Available: Camp Director
Salary Range: $800/week plus room and board
  • iD Tech Camps is seeking Camp Directors and Camp Instructors to work at a summer technology camp where students focus on Programming, Robotics, 2D and 3D Video Game Creation, Digital Video Editing, Web Design & Flash Animation, 3D Character Modeling and more at prestigious universities nationwide!
  • We are seeking candidates with previous summer camp work experience, experience teaching and/or working with kids, an energetic, fun-loving personality and flexible summer schedule.
  • For consideration, all interested candidates MUST apply online. No phone calls or resumes please.
  • Website: www.internaldrive.com/summer_employment.htm

iD Tech Summer Computer Camps
Located: Located at 60 universities in AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IL, IN, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, NV, NJ, NM, NY, NC, OH, PA, RI, TN, TX, VA, WA and WI
Type: Weeklong, day and overnight summer programs for ages 7-17
Contact: summerjobs@internaldrive.com
Position Available: Camp Instructors
Salary Range: $500/week plus room and board
  • iD Tech Camps is seeking Camp Directors and Camp Instructors to work at a summer technology camp where students focus on Programming, Robotics, 2D and 3D Video Game Creation, Digital Video Editing, Web Design & Flash Animation, 3D Character Modeling and more at prestigious universities nationwide!
  • We are seeking candidates with previous summer camp work experience, experience teaching and/or working with kids, an energetic, fun-loving personality and flexible summer schedule.
  • For consideration, all interested candidates MUST apply online. No phone calls or resumes please.
  • Website: www.internaldrive.com/summer_employment.htm

Shenandoah Summer Camp
Located: Luray, Virginia
Type: Coed Residential Adventure Camp
Contact: sheridan@mountaincampus.org
Position Available: INTERNSHIP - Outdoor & Adventure Ed. Instructor
Salary Range: Dependent on Experience.
  • Our Internship position is designed to provide students an opportunity to apply and explore knowledge, skills and attitudes developed during their academic experience. We serve youth ages 6-18; generally 25-60 students at a time. Our programs have heavy emphasis on adventure, teambuilding, and hands on social studies curriculum.
  • Responsibilities: Interns work closely with the camp Directors and staff to run a wide range of adventure, environmental, and experiential education activities. We are a small camp and our staff make up a community where everyone pitches in!
  • Qualifications: Be at least 18 years of age. Responsible, dependable, and mature. Interest in working outside with youth in a demanding work environment. Positive attitude, willingness to learn, good judgment, and initiative are required.
  • Please send a letter of interest, resume, transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable) and 1 reference or character letter to: Morgan Tebeau, Sheridan Mountain Campus, 618 Tatum Trail, Luray, VA 22835 or via email.
  • Website: www.mountaincampus.org

Shenandoah Summer Camp
Located: Luray, Virginia
Type: Coed Residential Adventure Camp
Contact: sheridan@mountaincampus.org
Position Available: Outdoor Education/Adventure Ed. Instructor
Salary Range: Starting at $1200/mo
  • The Sheridan School Mountain Campus serves private and public schools from all over the DC/MD/VA area. We serve youth ages 6-18. We're a small personal operation serving 25 to 60 students at a time, with a heavy emphasis on adventure, teambuilding and hands on social studies programming.
  • Instructors are responsible for running a wide range of adventure, environmental, and experiential activities. Average work week runs fairly non-stop from Monday mid-morning to Friday early-afternoon, including a couple evening programs. Usually one weekend a month. May & September being incredibly busy.
  • Must be 21 years of age or older. Previous experience working with youth and outdoor/adventure ed. experience. Solid judgment. CPR and First Aid or WFA (WFR strongly preferred). Degree in related field. Be of quality character and clean background. Able to work within a close community of instructors.
  • Additional compensation based on experience; Eligible for a 3 season contract, Health/Dental Benefits, WFR certification course FREE after 1 season. Send cover letter, resume, and 3 references to contact to: Morgan Tebeau, Sheridan Mountain Campus, 618 Tatum Trail, Luray VA 22835, or send them via email.
  • Website: www.mountaincampus.org

TIC Summer Camp
Located: McLean, Virginia, Bethesda, Maryland, and Washington, DC
Type: Coed summer day camp
Contact: emily@ticcamp.com
Position Available: Technology Counselor
Salary Range: $2,400 -- $3,400
  • Expertise in programming, robotics, web design, video, animation, digital art, music or photography required
  • Camaraderie with brilliant & energetic peers, lots of personal autonomy.
  • Great hours & pay; a chance to be creative & make a difference.
  • Website: www.TICCamp.com

TIC Summer Camp
Located: McLean, Virginia, Bethesda, Maryland, and Washington, DC
Type: Coed summer day camp
Contact: emily@ticcamp.com
Position Available: Athletic Counselor
Salary Range: $2,400 -- $3,400
  • Experience in soccer, basketball, gymnastics, tennis, frisbee etc.; coaching experience preferred.
  • Great fun in the outdoors with brilliant & energetic peers, great kids.
  • Great hours & pay; a chance to share love of sports & make a difference.
  • Website: www.TICCamp.com

TIC Summer Camp
Located: McLean, Virginia, Bethesda, Maryland, and Washington, DC
Type: Coed summer day camp
Contact: emily@ticcamp.com
Position Available: Summer Camp Counselor
Salary Range: 2400-3600 depending on age, experience & education
  • All TIC jobs require energy, creativity, patience, and a real interest in children and adolescents. Experience in teaching/coaching is an asset. TIC staff members enjoy creative independence, a stimulating and spirited atmosphere, and the camaraderie of brilliant and energetic peers.
  • DO NOT APPLY UNLESS YOU ARE AVAILABLE THE WHOLE SUMMER, INCLUDING STAFF TRAINING DAYS.
  • TIC runs three DAY CAMPS in the Washington DC metro area with NO RESIDENT FACILITIES. Preference is given to local residents, but out-of-towners who can find their own housing may apply. International staff are hired only through agencies.
  • Website: www.TICCamp.com

Summer at Sandy Spring
Located: Sandy Spring, Maryland
Type: Coed Day Camp
Contact: camp@ssfs.org
Position Available: Head Counselor
Salary Range: $13.73 an hour and up
  • Head Counselors -College Graduate or older
  • Please email a resume and at least three references: camp@ssfs.org
  • Website: www.ssfs.org/summercamp

Summer at Sandy Spring
Located: Sandy Spring, Maryland
Type: Coed Day Camp
Contact: camp@ssfs.org
Position Available: Counselor
Salary Range: $8.50 / hour
  • Counselors- Age 18 -College Graduate
  • Please email a resume and at least three references: camp@ssfs.org
  • Website: www.ssfs.org/summercamp