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Day & Junior Day Camp Counselor - Washington D.C.

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Headfirst Summer Camps provided pay range

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Base pay range

$17.95/hr - $17.95/hr

About the Position

At Headfirst, we design fun, intentional, and transformational camp experiences where every camper feels seen, known, and celebrated. Growth doesnt happen by accidentit happens by design. Through thoughtfully planned activities and trained staff, we create moments when a camper tries something new, pushes through fear, and realizes, I can do it.

Role Overview

Day & Junior Day Camp Counselors will lead campers in prewritten themebased curriculum as our youngest campers try new things and experience camp through the power of play. We provide the training, curriculum & daily camp schedules along with all equipment for a successful camp day, but need you to bring camp to life with your enthusiasm, dedication and unmatched energy.

Camp Details

Camper Ages: 3-6 years old

• Activities Include: art, story time, swimming, sports and games, music and movement, moon bounce, playground, STEM
• Weekly Themes Include: Animals, superheroes, insects, outer space

Schedule:

• Inseason (late June through mid August): 7:45am3:30pm MondayFriday
• Preseason (early June): select weekends for training and site preparation

Compensation: $17.95 / hour

What Youll Do

• Bring Camp to Life
  • Lead a group of 12 to 16 campers with a cocounselor through a planned schedule
  • Teach prewritten curriculum, and engage campers during break times
  • Implement Headfirsts safety protocols on supervision, bathrooms, emergency medications, and camper behavior management
  • Lead music and movement, story time, sports and games, moon bounce, bathroom & sunscreen breaks, transitions, lunch & snack
  • Support specialized staff during art, STEM, swim, morning and afternoon program meetings
  • Execute morning and afternoon carpool as a key player, welcoming each family to camp by name with fantastic dance moves and coordinated carpool procedures
• Nurture Physical, Social & Emotional Safety
  • Work directly with campers to support them in their emotional, physical, and social development through handson exploration and developmentally appropriate activities
• Represent Headfirst for Families & Facility Partners
  • Represent the Headfirst brand daily to families at carpool and to school facility partners throughout the summer by being enthusiastic, helpful, handson, and in uniform
  • Actively participate in our efforts to take care of our camp facility and community
• Be an Active Member of the Camp Team
  • Arrive on time, communicate schedule changes promptly, be a loyal and consistent team member who shows up for the campers and your team
  • Be flexible with your assignment and open to supporting other programs on site
• Handle the Curveballs
  • Practice resiliency and arrive with a How Can I Help? mentality that puts camper experience and team success at the forefront through problem solving and trying new things

About You

• Must be at least 18 years old. (If you are between 16-17 years old, please apply for our other positions.)
• Work around small children including sitting, standing, running, and climbing stairs for the full day.
• Work in hot and outdoor environments while actively supervising campers and participating in dynamic activities for extended periods of time.
• Lift and carry up to 30pounds occasionally.
• Committed to adhering to the CellPhone Free policy, powering down and putting away cell phones in a locked pouch for the duration of your shift.

Headfirst Summer Camps is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusivity across our Headfirst community, and we strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented groups and those who might need reasonable accommodation to apply.

About Headfirst

Headfirst delivers thoughtfully designed, highquality summer and youth experiences built to elevate potential and exceed expectations. For over 25 years, weve partnered with families, schools, and organizations to create environments where kids feel supported, challenged, and confident trying new things. We believe great experiences are built on relationships. Our teams prioritize genuine connection, creating welcoming environments where campers feel seen and known, staff feel supported, and families trust that every detail has been thoughtfully considered.

When you join Headfirst, youre joining a team that takes pride in doing things well. We care deeply about the experience we deliver, the people we work with, and the impact we have on kids and families. The work is meaningful, the standards are high, and the summers are unforgettable.

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