*Mandarin**-bilingual Counselors Wanted for Summer Day Camp in New York*
*Positions Available*: Head Counselor, Counselor
*Location*: Brooklyn and Manhattan
*Dates*: June 24 through August 30, 2024 (Minimum commitment of 4 weeks is required) + 1 Week of Training in June.
*Are you looking for a great and meaningful way to spend the summer?*
*Job description:*
Make a positive impact on the lives of children this summer! This is a fun and rewarding job for any individual who enjoys being around children and helping guide their social development.
Counselors work with small groups of children ages 3.
5 to 11.
Counselors lead and assist groups at fun athletic and creative arts activities throughout the day, including swimming.
Strong communication skills, energy, patience and stamina are all critical for success in this highly rewarding position.
Experience working with children in a group setting is a plus.
Camp runs Mon through Fri from 8:00am to 5:00pm/6:00pm.
*Our Philosophy*:
* The camp environment is relaxed, stimulating, fun and nurturing; our staff must have that perspective and vision.
* All staff must be dedicated to making every day a memorable experience for campers.
Being able to have fun oneself is greatly encouraged, as it enhances the young campers’ experience.
* Our staff must be comfortable with ongoing peer collaboration.
* *All camp activities are conducted in Mandarin and our priority is to find Counselors comfortable with Mandarin *.
The use of English is kept to a minimum.
* Activities for campers include water games, swimming, arts & crafts, field trips, sports, drama and group games.
* Each week is built around a different theme; staff is expected to plan all activities around that theme.
Our staff is _not _employed in the role of babysitter for campers.
Staff must actively participate in the *planning *and performing of all activities.
Creativity is certainly welcome!!!!
*Requirements*:
* Applicants *must be fluent in Mandarin.
*
* Must have previous, positive experience working with children, ages 3 -11.
* Candidates should be personable, energetic (must participate in all camp physical activities), responsible, team-oriented and creative.
* Candidates must have a skill in one or more of the following areas: dance, sports, theater, singing.
*Training:*
All counselors must attend training sessions/orientation (5 days) conducted in June and additional training during camp.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: $700.
00 - $1,000.
00 per week
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
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