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The Bay Club Company

Camp Counselor

San Francisco, CA · On-site

GENERAL SUMMARY Under the direction of the Family Programming Director, the Camp Counselor is ... Our Code of Culture includes Our Mantra, Our Actions We Live By, and Pete's Promise: Our Mantra:

The Bay Club Company

Summer Camp Counselor

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$15 - $19.75/hr

GENERAL SUMMARY Under the direction of the Family Programming Director, the Camp Counselor is ... Our Code of Culture includes Our Mantra, Our Actions We Live By, and Pete's Promise: Our Mantra:

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What is a coding camp counselor?

A Coding Camp Counselor is an instructor or mentor who guides participants, often children or teenagers, through coding and computer programming activities at a camp or workshop. They are responsible for teaching programming concepts, helping campers with hands-on projects, and fostering a fun, supportive learning environment. Coding Camp Counselors also supervise campers, ensure their safety, and encourage teamwork and creativity. Their role is crucial in inspiring young learners to develop technology skills and confidence in coding.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a coding camp counselor?

To thrive as a Coding Camp Counselor, you need a solid understanding of programming fundamentals, basic teaching or tutoring experience, and familiarity with languages such as Python or Scratch. Experience with educational platforms, basic troubleshooting skills, and sometimes certifications in STEM education or youth development are often beneficial. Strong communication, patience, and the ability to engage and motivate young learners are essential soft skills. These skills and qualities ensure a supportive, effective, and inspiring learning environment that helps campers develop both technical and problem-solving abilities.

How does a coding camp counselor typically support students who are struggling with programming concepts?

A Coding Camp Counselor often works closely with individual students or small groups to identify areas where they are having difficulty, such as debugging code or understanding programming logic. Counselors use a variety of teaching techniques, including hands-on demonstrations, analogies, and interactive exercises, to make complex concepts more accessible. They also create a supportive environment by encouraging peer collaboration and providing positive feedback, helping students build both technical skills and confidence. This approach ensures that all campers, regardless of experience level, feel included and are able to progress at their own pace.

What is the difference between Coding Camp Counselor vs Coding Instructor?

AspectCoding Camp CounselorCoding Instructor
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; coding knowledge often preferredTypically requires coding certifications or relevant teaching experience
Work EnvironmentSummer camps, day camps, or after-school programsClassroom or workshop settings, often year-round
Employer & IndustryEducational camps, youth programs, tech summer campsEducational institutions, coding bootcamps, tech training centers
Primary RoleSupervising and engaging children, assisting with activitiesTeaching coding concepts, guiding projects, curriculum delivery

While both roles involve working with learners interested in coding, Coding Camp Counselors focus on supervision and engagement in camp settings, often with less formal teaching responsibilities. Coding Instructors have a more instructional role, delivering coding lessons and curriculum. Both positions require a passion for coding and working with youth, but differ mainly in responsibilities and work environment.

What cities in California are hiring for Coding Camp Counselor jobs?

Cities in California with the most Coding Camp Counselor job openings:

Infographic showing various Coding Camp Counselor job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 36% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 63% Remote job distribution.

Camp Counselor

Manhattan Beach, CA • On-site

The Bay Club Company
Finance and Insurance • 1 - 10 employees
Learn more about The Bay Club Companyexternal

Part-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Family Programming Director, the Camp Counselor is responsible for for implementing Camp activities for children ages 2 to 15 years old; to ensure a safe, clean, fun environment for children; execute the department's established guidelines and standards.
Our Culture
Our unique culture is at the heart of all we do and is guided by our values and behaviors. It's what we expect of ourselves and each other every day. We call it our "Code of Culture".
Our Code of Culture includes Our Mantra, Our Actions We Live By, and Pete's Promise:
Our Mantra:
Respect The Past
Accept Responsibility
Pay it Forward
Our Actions We Live By:
Actions We Live By. It's who we are when we step into our full power.
Keep It Real. Always. We need open and honest discussions. We need courage to speak up and to call things out that aren't good enough. And we navigate tough conversations with empathy and grace.
Think Ahead. Be An Owner. Always be proactive, not reactive; be on the front foot. If we want to be an owner of this business, we must act like it!
Stay Humble. Hustle Harder. Show up and do the hard workBe a gritty, roll-up-your-sleeves kind of crewKnow it's never about one person--we are a part of a powerful team.
One Team. One Voice. Be ONE united team. When we move in the same direction, there are no limits to what we can accomplish.
Be Curious. Ask Why. Stay member curiousWe seek to understand, and we never settle. We ask questions to truly understand the core of a matter.
Pete's Promise:
Service Forward
Ruthlessly Consistent
Do the Right Thing
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS
  • Organize Campers ages 2 to 15 years old
  • Provide a safe, clean environment including picking up toys, and wiping down equipment and counters, cleaning work spaces after activities such as art and lunch
  • Ensure that all campers are supervised at all times
  • Ensure that all items on the opening and closing operations checklists are completed
  • Greet parents and children with a smile; invite children to join activities
  • Ensure interaction with children at all times; ensure that all children are engaged with a special focus on older, shy and/or bored children; comfort and assist all children in need
  • Organize and implement age-appropriate activities such as sports scrimmages, arts & crafts, and group games
  • Transfer campers to and from activities within the Club
  • Ensure children are treated with responsive respectfulness, i.e. coached vs. scolded; discuss behavior tactfully and out of range of child's hearing
  • Communicate timely and follow up as appropriate
  • Active participation in events, programs, meetings and training, as well has Camp marketing events
  • Represent the club in a professional manner through image, dress, communication, and immediate follow through and response
  • Communicate important information to parents in a detailed and professional manner

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary job function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION
  • Minimum one (1) year of experience caring for children in daycare or Camp environment
  • Professional, friendly manner and excellent customer service attitude and abilities
  • Strong verbal communication and conflict resolution skills
  • Enthusiastic, responsible, and dependable team player
  • Self-motivated, takes initiative and willing to acquire new skills
  • Well organized and detail oriented
  • Computer literate
  • CPR certification required

WORKING CONDITIONS/ PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Ability to arrive at work on time for all scheduled work shifts required. Ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays required.
  • Must be flexible, adaptable, and readily able to adjust to changes in work environment.
  • Position requires daily public contact.
  • It is sometimes necessary to deal with unpleasant or angry people with the need to problem solve difficult situations.
  • It is necessary to adapt to a frequently changing environment.
  • Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
  • Frequently required to climb or balance and occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • Must occasionally sit for extended periods and regularly walk around the facility
  • Must occasionally talk and hear
  • Must frequently move 10 pounds and in the event of an emergency lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required but this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

JOB DESCRIPTION REVISION
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change. This job description replaces all previous descriptions for this position.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
The Bay Club Company ("TBCC") provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race (and all traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, creed (including, but not limited to, religious dress and grooming practices), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, and breastfeeding, and other related medical conditions), sexual orientation and identity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, actual or perceived national origin/ancestry, accent or ability to speak English, age, disability, marital/familial status, source of income, veteran status, citizenship status, political activities or affiliations, medical condition, genetic information, persons with AIDS or AIDS-related condition, or persons who are victims of domestic violence.

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