What does the head counselor do?
The head counselor is responsible for training volunteers prior to the beginning of the camp week. During camp, the head counselor is responsible for conducting daily meetings with counselors, assisting counselors in resolving issues with campers, and working with the camp site leader.
Time commitment: 8:15 – 4:15 each day for day camps, the entire week for overnight camps (with time off scheduled each day)
Who makes a good head counselor?
What does a counselor do?
The counselor works directly with the children to move them through activities and build relationships of trust and respect. Counselors at day camps are responsible for chaperoning afternoon field trips. Counselors at overnight camps are responsible for cabin/room supervision and overseeing all daily activities.
Time commitment: 8:15 – 4:15 each day for day camps, the entire week for overnight camps (with time off scheduled each day)
What makes a good counselor?
What does a teacher do?
The teacher is responsible for planning for and teaching in Learning Centers.
Time commitment: 8:15 – 12:15 each day (additional evening responsibilities possible at overnight camps)
Who makes a good head teacher?
What does a Buddy Reader/Teaching Assistant do?
A Buddy Reader/Teaching Assistant reads with campers in the buddy reading station or assists teachers in other stations. He or she may also assist the site leader with other tasks as needed.
Time commitment: 8:15 – 12:15 each day (additional evening responsibilities possible at overnight camps)
Who makes a good Buddy Reader/Teaching Assistant?
What does a Food Coordinator do?
A food coordinator is trained in administering the federal summer feeding program breakfasts and lunches (training provided), and completes all necessary paperwork. This individual also sets up breakfasts, snacks, and lunches and ensures that eating areas are left clean.
Time commitment: 8:00 – 1:30 each day
Who makes a good Food Coordinator?
What does a Bus Monitor do?
A bus monitor rides the bus either to or from camp each day. The monitor works with the driver and calls parents as needed and ensures that the safety rules of the bus are followed.
Time commitment: 7:00-8:30 AM OR 3:50-5:30 PM each day
Who makes a good Bus Monitor?