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Orlando Watersports Complex

Camp Counselor

Orlando, FL · On-site

Job Type Part-time Description Job Description : Responsible for operating the cableway and ... Coordinating daily schedule with other counselors and team * Following all safety rules and serving ...

Invited Clubs

Part-time Summer Camp Counselor

Oldsmar, FL

$12.75 - $16.75/hr

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Part-time Summer Camp Counselor

Oldsmar, FL

$12.75 - $16.75/hr

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Part-time Summer Camp Counselor

Oldsmar, FL · On-site

$15/hr

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City of Lakeland, FL

Summer Camp Counselor

Lakeland, FL · On-site

$16.77 - $24.64/hr

Employment Services, FL Job Type: Part Time Temporary Job Number: 8052-2026 Department: Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Division: Summer Camp 0905120000 Opening Date: 02/02/2026 Closing Date:

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Part Time Camp Counselor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Part Time Camp Counselor, you need experience working with children, basic first aid knowledge, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with camp management software, safety protocols, and CPR certification are commonly required. Strong communication, leadership, and patience are essential soft skills for guiding groups and resolving conflicts. These skills and qualifications ensure a safe, engaging, and positive environment for campers while supporting the camp's overall operations.

What are some common challenges faced by part-time camp counselors, and how can they be managed effectively?

Part-time camp counselors often encounter challenges such as managing groups of energetic children, adapting quickly to changing schedules, and balancing camp responsibilities with other commitments. Effective communication, patience, and strong organizational skills are key to handling these situations. Building rapport with campers and collaborating closely with fellow staff members can also make the camp environment more enjoyable and manageable. Seeking support from experienced counselors and participating in staff training sessions can further help new counselors navigate these challenges successfully.

What does a part time camp counselor do?

A part time camp counselor is responsible for supervising and engaging campers during scheduled shifts, leading recreational activities, ensuring camper safety, and fostering a positive camp environment. They help organize games, crafts, and team-building exercises, and may assist with meal or snack times. Part time counselors typically work flexible hours, including mornings, afternoons, or weekends, depending on the camp’s schedule. Their primary goal is to create a fun, inclusive, and safe experience for all campers.
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P.A.L. Summer Camp Counselor

P.A.L. Summer Camp Counselor

City Of Winter Garden

Winter Garden, FL • On-site

$15.10/hr

Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

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Job description

EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Description
WORK OBJECTIVE
This is a temporary part-time summer position that supervises, counsels, and mentors at-risk youths attending the Police Athletic League's summer camp. The summer camp program is a means for our at-risk youth to have a positive alternative to spending their summer break unsupervised and/or unguided, and provides an environment in which the at-risk youths positively interact with the police. The youths are divided into age groups and each group is assigned to a counselor that serves as their guide during the summer camp program. The camp program consists of academic, artistic, and athletic activities to which the counselor is expected to actively participate with the youths.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Supervises children ages 5 to 15 in a group setting.
  • Must be an energetic, safety conscious, and a role model to school age children.
  • Ensures the children are accounted for throughout the camp day.
  • Ensures the children are adhering to established rules.
  • Ensures the children are safe.
  • Ensures the children are punctual for activates and field trips.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
  • Experience working with children ages 5 to 15 in an educational environment as a positive role model.
  • Be a citizen of the United States of America.
  • No police record of criminal activities.
  • No criminal history.
  • Patient.
  • Honest.
Exceptions to the minimum qualifications must be reviewed by the Human Resources Director and approved by the City Manager prior to job offer.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Professional demeanor and conduct.
  • Personal conduct must be above reproach.
  • Ability to perform assigned duties calmly and efficiently while under pressure for sustained periods of time.
  • Knowledge of games, sports and activities for children.
  • Knowledge of teaching/leading groups of children ages 5 to 15.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, speak in front of large groups and lead activities for children ages 5 to 15.
  • Ability to work well, be flexible and provide support to all other camp staff.
  • Ability to understand and follow verbal and basic written instructions.
  • Ability to work in all weather conditions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Tasks involve the intermittent performance of physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, running, swimming, or crouching, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (up to 25 pounds).
The City of Winter Garden is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity guidelines and the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Winter Garden provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
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Full-Time/Part-Time
Seasonal
Position
P.A.L. Summer Camp Counselor
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Location
City of Winter Garden
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Salary Range
$15.10

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