Spring Education Group
Location
West Chester, Pennsylvania
Salary
$16 - $19 / HOUR
Lead and supervise groups of children in various camp activities, including games, sports, and swimming. Ensure the safety and well-being of campers while maintaining a clean and attractive environment.
Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED and prior experience working with children from Pre-K through 8th grade. Required or obtainable certifications include CPR, First Aid, and Advanced Lifesaving.
Lead a group of children safely in a variety of camp activities. Serve as the Group Leader to the campers, showing enthusiasm in deed and spirit. Plan, lead and participate in a variety of camp activities such as games, songs, sports, skits, and special events. Follow lesson plans provided by the Camp Coordinator/Camp Director/School Principal. Supervise children during swim activities; this includes swimming with them, keeping children safe, and engaged in the swim/pool activities. Responsible for the safety and well-being of each child in his/her group. Supervise the campers carefully to ensure the safety of the children and property. Maintain a physical environment (indoors and outdoors) which is safe, attractive, and clean. Actively engage and interact with the children during lunchtime periods. Develop opportunities for positive interaction between campers and staff.
Minimum of 18 years old. High school diploma or GED required; one or more years of college preferred. Prior experience working with children between the ages Pre-K through 8th Grade. Must possess or be able to obtain certifications in CPR, First Aid and Advanced Lifesaving. The ability to adequately observe participant activities, enforce safety regulations and apply appropriate policies and procedures. Strong communication and organizational skills. Genuine passion for and desire to work with children. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language. In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction. Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc., and their affiliates (collectively “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.
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Market context
In Pennsylvania, Camp Counselor openings often draw candidates with prior youth-program or camp experience, especially for seasonal summer hiring. This role is competitive because employers typically look for adults who can complete pre-camp trainings, secure required certifications before the season starts, and work closely with children in a structured setting. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your availability for trainings and certifications before applying.
Salary benchmark
$57,202 avg / yr
Typical range: $33,280–$83,200 based on 300 active listings in Pennsylvania
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