Concordia College·Bemidji, Minnesota
Counselors supervise and support participants in community living while fostering an engaging environment for language and cultural exploration. They lead activities, ensure participant safety, and motivate villagers to actively participate in the target language.
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Spanish Language Short-term Academic Year Counselor 2026-2027 - Concordia Language Villages
Position Type: Seasonal
Location: Bemidji, Minnesota, USA
Employment Type: Seasonal Recreation Exempt
September 2026 – May 2027 | Academic Year programs are offered periodically throughout the fall and spring and vary in length and schedule. Staff may be hired for individual programs based on program needs and availability. View our Upcoming Programs Calendar to see currently scheduled programs and dates.
Periodic throughout fall – spring. We hire people for short amounts of time. Programs vary from 3-4 day weekends, to 5–6-day week-long programs. Generally, Thursday evening or Friday evening through Sunday mid-day, but sometimes during the week, from Sunday to Thursday, for example, depending on the program.
General Shift Hours: In residence
Initial base pay is $100-$400 per program + room and board. Concordia College students will be paid in accordance with Concordia College policies. Why Concordia Language Villages? Deep in the North Woods of Minnesota, USA, Concordia Language Villages creates a place that is both culturally authentic and uniquely our own. In the Language Villages, everything from the music played to the dishes used in the dining hall reflect the cultures each was designed to represent. We are a community of educators from all corners of the globe, passionate about learning every minute of the day. Our mission is to inspire courageous global citizens through language and cultural immersion.
As an Academic Year Short-Term Counselor, you'll help create a safe, welcoming, and engaging Village experience for participants while supporting their exploration of language and culture. Working as part of the counseling team, you'll supervise and support participants in community living, encourage active participation in Village activities, and help create an environment where participants feel included, supported, and excited to engage with the target language and culture. Academic Year programs are short-term and intermittent, with opportunities occurring periodically from fall through spring. Staff may work individual weekend or week-long programs based on program needs and their availability. View our Upcoming Camps and Programs to see currently scheduled programs and dates. What You'll Do: Work under direction of dean and designated leadership staff members as part of counseling team Assume counseling duties for individual house/cabin and other appropriate groups; assume leadership as appropriate Participate in large-group and small-group formats; assume leadership as appropriate Lead and assist with activities as assigned; participate in all Village programs Create a safe environment in which participants feel accepted by staff and peers Be attentive to supervising villagers at all times; assume leadership as appropriate Motivate villagers to participate actively in the target language and culture (in the community setting) Manage villager groups to promote safety, minimize injury/illness and meet developmental needs General Expectations of All Staff: Be familiar with and abide by Concordia Language Villages’ Personnel Policies. Promote the health, safety, and well-being of all staff members and participants. Develop and maintain collegial relationships among all staff, including support staff, for a productive working atmosphere at the Village that promotes the mission of the Language Villages. Speak the target language with participants and staff members as much as possible. Assist with setting up the Village, preparing for the next session, and maintaining the Village throughout the session. Model standards for behavior and be sensitive to the health and welfare of the villagers. Essential Functions of All Positions Emotional resiliency and cognitive abilities to carry out job responsibilities specifically in the busy, noisy, communal environment that is the Village. Ability to establish and maintain appropriate professional relationships. Ability to exercise good judgment and manage your own needs in order to maintain a youth-centered program. Interpersonal skills to interact effectively with individuals and groups in respecting social and cultural diversity and to maintain appropriate boundaries. Provision of essential functions helps assure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Minimum Qualifications: Spanish language proficiency Experience with young people Skills in related cultural/recreational areas
Preferred Qualifications: Age 18 High school diploma (enrolled in college)
Position Opening Date: 8/10/2026
Closing Date: 6/1/2027
Open Until Filled: Yes
Employment Contingencies: Background Check
Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents None Optional Documents Resume/Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter List of References Licensure Certification Training Other Nondiscrimination Statement
Concordia College does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status. The College is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and fostering an inclusive and respectful environment for all. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
Inquiries regarding this policy may be directed to the Office of Human Resources, Concordia College, 901 8th Street South, Moorhead, MN 56562, 218-299-3339.
Candidates must possess Spanish language proficiency and experience working with young people. A high school diploma is preferred, and applicants should be comfortable working in a communal, residential environment.
Market context
In Minnesota, Spanish-language academic-year counselor roles typically seek candidates who can combine language proficiency with youth-development experience in a communal residential setting. Competition may be stronger for applicants who demonstrate Spanish fluency, comfort with shared living, and readiness for seasonal or school-year programming; a high school diploma is preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits from the original description to save research time, then highlight relevant youth and residential experience in your application.
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