Spanish River Christian School is seeking compassionate, energetic, and faith driven Summer Camp Counselors to support our summer camp program for students in grades K-5. Counselors are responsible for creating a safe, nurturing. and Christ-centered environment where children can grow academically, socially, spiritually, and emotionally through engaging summer activities.
The ideal candidate demonstrates a love for working with children, strong leadership abilities, and a commitment to modeling Christian values in both words and actions.
This position is seasonal. The hours are 8:00am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday. The summer camp runs for 5 weeks. Candidates do not have to be available to work all 5 weeks. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.
Key Responsibilities
The ideal candidate demonstrates a love for working with children, strong leadership abilities, and a commitment to modeling Christian values in both words and actions.
This position is seasonal. The hours are 8:00am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday. The summer camp runs for 5 weeks. Candidates do not have to be available to work all 5 weeks. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise campers at all times to ensure their safety, well-being, and positive participation
- Lead and assist with daily camp activities, including Bible lessons or devotionals, arts and crafts, sports, games, academic enrichment, music, and outdoor recreation
- Foster a loving, respectful, Christ-centered atmosphere that reflects the school's mission and values
- Encourage teamwork, kindness, respect, and positive behavior among campers
- Serve as a Christian role model by demonstrating patience, integrity, compassion, and servant leadership
- Support camp staff, teachers, and activity leaders with lesson preparation and daily schedules
- Assist with camper check-in, attendance, and dismissal procedures
- Address minor behavioral concerns using grace, wisdom, and age-appropriate guidance
- Maintain clean, organized, and safe activity spaces
- Communicate professionally and warmly with parents, staff, and students
- High school diploma required; college students or degree candidates in education, ministry, child development, recreation, or related field preferred
- Prior experience working with children in schools, churches, camps, vacation Bible school, or childcare settings preferred
- A personal commitment to the Christian faith and willingness to support the mission and values of the school
- Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
- CPR/First Aid certification preferred
- Must pass required background screening and school clearance checks
- Strong Christian character and moral integrity
- Passion for mentoring and encouraging children
- Energetic, dependable, and patient
- Ability to work collaboratively with staff and families
- Positive attitude and heart for service
- Creative, organized, adaptable
- Ability to actively participate in indoor and outdoor camp activities
- Ability to stand, walk, and supervise children for extended periods
- Comfortable working outdoors during summer conditions
**Spanish River Church, Spanish River Christian School, Spanish River Counseling Center is a Drug-Free Workplace. We participate in E-Verify**
Spanish River Christian School screens all employees using clearinghouse:
https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Spanish River Christian School screens all employees using clearinghouse:
https://info.flclearinghouse.com/