Seymour Town
Job Title:
Middle School Camp Head Counselor Salary range:
$20-$24 Hours:
Temporary Seasonal Job Description: Seymour Recreation Job Description Middle School Camp Director
General Statement of Duties
The Middle School Camp Director is responsible for supervising middle school–aged campers during daily programming and off-site field trips. This position provides leadership and guidance to counselors, ensures participant safety and well-being, and supports a positive, inclusive camp environment. Supervise campers during daily activities and all scheduled off-site field trips, ensuring proper attendance and supervision until all participants are picked up. Ensure the health, safety, and general welfare of campers by enforcing program rules and following established safety and emergency procedures. Serve as the first point of contact for camper or counselor concerns; address issues promptly and elevate significant matters to the Parks & Recreation Manager as appropriate. Complete accident and incident reports in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment by building positive relationships with campers and staff. Act as a positive role model and support campers’ social-emotional development, encouraging teamwork, independence, and respectful behavior. Handle minor camper disputes by facilitating respectful communication and reinforcing appropriate behavior expectations. Assist with daily program operations, including planning schedules, tracking attendance, and managing supplies. Communicate effectively and professionally with camp leadership, staff, and parents regarding camper experiences, behavior, and incidents. Desired Qualifications
Experience working with children in a camp, recreation, or school setting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, and staff. Demonstrated ability to provide leadership, supervision, and guidance to counselors and program participants. Knowledge of, or ability to learn and enforce, safety regulations, behavior management techniques, and emergency procedures. Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities. Demonstrated reliability, professionalism, flexibility, and sound judgment. Interest in youth development and the ability to serve as a positive role model for middle school–aged children. Supervision Received
Reports directly to the Parks & Recreation Manager and works under the general direction of the Director of Community Services. $20.00–$24.00 per hour, commensurate with experience. Work Schedule
Approximately 18 hours per week. Typical schedule is Tuesday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; hours may vary based on field trips or rain dates, which may be scheduled on Mondays or Fridays. Seymour Town Hall 1 First Street Seymour, CT 06483 Phone: 203-888-2511 Monday – Thursday 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM 1:00 PM - 4:30PM Friday 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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Middle School Camp Head Counselor Salary range:
$20-$24 Hours:
Temporary Seasonal Job Description: Seymour Recreation Job Description Middle School Camp Director
General Statement of Duties
The Middle School Camp Director is responsible for supervising middle school–aged campers during daily programming and off-site field trips. This position provides leadership and guidance to counselors, ensures participant safety and well-being, and supports a positive, inclusive camp environment. Supervise campers during daily activities and all scheduled off-site field trips, ensuring proper attendance and supervision until all participants are picked up. Ensure the health, safety, and general welfare of campers by enforcing program rules and following established safety and emergency procedures. Serve as the first point of contact for camper or counselor concerns; address issues promptly and elevate significant matters to the Parks & Recreation Manager as appropriate. Complete accident and incident reports in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment by building positive relationships with campers and staff. Act as a positive role model and support campers’ social-emotional development, encouraging teamwork, independence, and respectful behavior. Handle minor camper disputes by facilitating respectful communication and reinforcing appropriate behavior expectations. Assist with daily program operations, including planning schedules, tracking attendance, and managing supplies. Communicate effectively and professionally with camp leadership, staff, and parents regarding camper experiences, behavior, and incidents. Desired Qualifications
Experience working with children in a camp, recreation, or school setting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, and staff. Demonstrated ability to provide leadership, supervision, and guidance to counselors and program participants. Knowledge of, or ability to learn and enforce, safety regulations, behavior management techniques, and emergency procedures. Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities. Demonstrated reliability, professionalism, flexibility, and sound judgment. Interest in youth development and the ability to serve as a positive role model for middle school–aged children. Supervision Received
Reports directly to the Parks & Recreation Manager and works under the general direction of the Director of Community Services. $20.00–$24.00 per hour, commensurate with experience. Work Schedule
Approximately 18 hours per week. Typical schedule is Tuesday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; hours may vary based on field trips or rain dates, which may be scheduled on Mondays or Fridays. Seymour Town Hall 1 First Street Seymour, CT 06483 Phone: 203-888-2511 Monday – Thursday 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM 1:00 PM - 4:30PM Friday 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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