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Jewish Community Ctr

Lifeguard

Louisville, KY · On-site

$15/hr

Join the Jewish Community Center of Louisville as a Seasonal Lifeguard and immerse yourself in an energetic, high-performance environment this summer! This onsite position is perfect for high school ...

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As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for jewish summer in the United States is $17.52, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $20.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Jewish summer camp?

A Jewish summer camp is a seasonal program designed for children and teenagers to explore Jewish culture, traditions, and values in a fun and supportive environment. These camps typically offer a mix of recreational activities like sports, arts, and outdoor adventures, along with Jewish education, Shabbat celebrations, and community-building experiences. Many Jewish summer camps are affiliated with specific movements or organizations, providing a sense of identity and belonging for campers. The goal is to foster lifelong friendships, leadership skills, and a deeper connection to Jewish heritage.

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To thrive as a Jewish Summer Camp Counselor, you need experience working with children, a basic understanding of Jewish traditions, and often CPR/first aid certification. Familiarity with camp management software, activity planning tools, and safety protocols is typically required. Strong leadership, communication, and teamwork skills, as well as cultural sensitivity, help counselors create a positive and inclusive environment. These skills and qualities are essential to ensure campers' safety, foster community, and provide meaningful educational and recreational experiences.

What are some common challenges faced when working as a counselor at a Jewish summer camp, and how can they be addressed?

Counselors at Jewish summer camps often juggle responsibilities such as ensuring camper safety, creating engaging activities, and fostering a positive, inclusive environment. Balancing religious observance with camp schedules and managing homesickness among campers are common challenges. Successful counselors communicate openly, collaborate with peers, and participate in ongoing training to handle these situations effectively. Embracing flexibility and maintaining a supportive attitude can help address these challenges and create a meaningful summer experience for all involved.

What is the difference between Jewish Summer vs Jewish Camp Counselor?

AspectJewish SummerJewish Camp Counselor
CredentialsVaries, often includes youth or camp certificationsTypically requires youth counselor certifications, background checks
Work EnvironmentSummer camps, Jewish community eventsResidential or day camp settings, outdoor activities
Employer & IndustryJewish organizations, summer campsJewish summer camps, youth programs
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles in Jewish summer programsJob specifics of camp counseling roles

Jewish Summer generally refers to the broader season of Jewish-themed summer activities, including camps and community events. A Jewish Camp Counselor is a specific role within Jewish summer programs, focusing on supervising and engaging children at summer camps. While both are connected to Jewish summer activities, the counselor role is more specific and job-focused.

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Infographic showing various Jewish Summer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Internship, 31% Full Time, 59% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 6% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,434 per year, or $17.5 per hour.

Water Safety Instructor Aide

New Orleans Jewish Community Center

New Orleans, LA • On-site

$12.73/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

Who We Are:
The New Orleans JCC is a state-of-the-art fitness center and pool, a New Orleans early childhood education leader, a fun-filled summer day camp, and so much more. It is a place for adults to take an exercise, art, or dance class. A place for children and teens to experience learning through enrichment classes, sports leagues, family activities, and summer camps. The JCC is built on Jewish values but is welcome to everyone.
The mission of the New Orleans Jewish Community Center is to promote and ensure the well-being of our Jewish community and to instill an understanding of Judaism and its heritage by providing a Center where all can enjoy, learn, experience, and share in quality activities in a Jewish environment.
We are seeking  Water Safety Instructors to join our team at the New Orleans Jewish Community Center.  As a WSI, your primary responsibilities will be to teach students and adults swimming skills and Water Safety according to the curriculum and standards of the American Red Cross and other various tasks.

What You'll Do:

  • Assist and teach traditional swimming lesson under the direction of a Water Safety Instructor.
  • Work with children ages 2-11 years old.
  • Aides will guide each student in a logical progression of aquatic development, and instruct each student the basic knowledge and skills in the American Red Cross Learn to Swim Program. 
  • Keep diligent records, assisting with lesson plans.
  • Observe all areas of the pool with clear vision.
  • Ability to hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment.
  • Communicate effectively with people in normal, loud, and stressful situations, including projecting one's voice across distance.
  • Support child and/or adult body weight in the water.
  • Previous professional experience with an aquatics program.
  • A genuine love for teaching.
  • Ability to relate to staff and members.
  • Must work well with varying age groups of children.
  • Previous experience with leading a swim lesson program is a plus.
  • Must be able to work outdoors in extreme heat conditions for long periods.
  • Must be able to work in direct sunlight for extended periods.
  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
  • Lead by example; follow all NOJCC policies and procedures as defined in the NOJCC Handbook and as directed by Agency leadership.

Perks!

  • Free Complimentary Fitness Gym Membership

What You'll Bring:

  • Must have 1-3 years teaching experience in the water
  • Outgoing, high spirted and personable
  • Have a love of the water and children
  • Organized 
  • American Red Cross CPR/AED

Schedule

Monday- Wednesday 3pm- 6pm

Saturday 9am-12noon

Tuesday & Thursday 9-12 noon

Let's Talk Money!

12.73/hr.

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