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Walgreens

Summer Pharmacy Intern

Gilbert, AZ · On-site

$16.50 - $20.50/hr

... counseling and other health services (i.e. blood pressure, medication therapy management ... Program. * Strictly adheres to the Walgreen Co. policy regarding Good Faith Dispensing

Walgreens

Summer Pharmacy Intern

Gilbert, AZ · On-site

$16.50 - $20.50/hr

... counseling and other health services (i.e. blood pressure, medication therapy management ... Program. * Strictly adheres to the Walgreen Co. policy regarding Good Faith Dispensing

Walgreens

Summer Pharmacy Intern

Gilbert, AZ · On-site

$18 - $31/hr

... counseling and other health services (i.e. blood pressure, medication therapy management ... Must be enrolled in a school of Pharmacy program. * Must be fluent in reading, writing, and ...

Camp Stein

Dance Specialist

Prescott, AZ · On-site

A Jewish overnight summer camp nestled in the majestic Bradshaw Forest of Prescott, Arizona, it is ... We are seeking and enthusiastic individual to oversee and run our Dance program. This includes ...

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What is a summer program counselor?

Summer program counselors are individuals who supervise, mentor, and guide children or teenagers during summer camps or educational programs. Their responsibilities include planning and leading activities, ensuring the safety and well-being of participants, and fostering a positive and inclusive environment. They often serve as role models and help campers develop social, teamwork, and life skills throughout the program.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a summer program counselor?

To thrive as a Summer Program Counselor, you need experience working with children, a basic understanding of youth development, and often a high school diploma or higher. Familiarity with scheduling software, first aid certification, and recreational equipment is typically required. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills help counselors effectively engage participants and handle challenges. These skills and qualities are crucial for creating a safe, positive, and enriching environment where children can learn and grow.

What are common challenges faced by summer program counselors, and how can they be managed?

Summer Program Counselors often face challenges such as maintaining group engagement, managing diverse personalities, and balancing safety with fun activities. To effectively manage these, counselors should establish clear expectations, use creative problem-solving, and communicate openly with both participants and fellow staff. Relying on structured schedules and collaborating with co-counselors also helps ensure a positive, well-organized environment where everyone feels included and supported.

How to get a job as a summer program counselor?

To become a summer program counselor, applicants typically need to be at least 16 years old, have strong communication and leadership skills, and often complete background checks and certifications such as CPR or first aid. Relevant experience working with children or in educational settings can improve chances, and applying early through program websites or local community centers is recommended.

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Middle School Counselor - SY 2026-2027

Sanders Unified School District 18

Sanders, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Middle School Teaching
Date Posted:
11/4/2025
Location:
Sanders Middle School
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. A Master's Degree, educational counseling or educational Psychology. At least three (3) years of successful working experience in a school setting is preferred, able to work well with other counseling staff.
2. ADE State Teacher Certification Teaching credential and counseling endorsement.
  1. Must have good computer operating skills.
  2. Must have excellent communication/collaboration skills
  3. Must be well versed in Navajo Tradition and culture.
  4. Experience working with Navajo Students preferred
  5. Experience Developing, Documenting and Evaluating Educational Programs Preferably bilingual, Navajo/English.
  6. Ability to satisfactorily pass a background check, including positive references from previous immediate supervisors.

SUPERVISED BY: School Principal
TERMS OF Ten (11) months per year
EMPLOYMENT:
SALARY: Salary is to be determined by district pay scale and Board.
POSITION GOAL: To assist students to overcome social and emotional problems that impede learning and to assist them in making educational, occupational, and life plans, that hold promise for personal fulfillment as mature men and women.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  1. Assists in the registration of new students and orients them to
  2. Responsible for placement of new ELL students (using PHLOTE), referral for testing (AZELLA) and reclassification of current ELL students including all record keeping for permanent files.
  3. Prepare the Master Schedule for each school year. Updates Transcripts for incoming students. Add semester grades each semester. Make sure permanent records are up to date.
  4. Conducts and organizes transition support for grades moving from 5th to 6th and from 8th to 9th.
  5. Assists students in course/subject selection while conducting the scheduling of the student body.
  6. Maintains student records on the computer relating to the counseling program and protects their confidentiality.
  7. Works to resolve students' educational hardships.
  8. Works to discover and develop special abilities of students.
  9. Helps prepare students for entry into an appropriate high school course of study.
  10. Assists in the placement in appropriate Summer School Programs.
  11. Guides students and families in their participation in school and community activities.
  12. Assists building in RTI monitoring by evaluating student aptitudes and abilities through the interpretation of individual attendance patterns, positive behavior supports, academic progress, math and reading performance, and other pertinent intervention data.
  13. Helps students evaluate career interests and choices.
  14. Works to prevent students from dropping out of school.
  15. Works with students on an individual basis in the solution of personal problems related to such things as home-family relations, peer group problems, health, and emotional adjustment.
  16. Confers with parents whenever necessary to include home visits, if necessary.
  17. Interprets the SUSD Guidance/Counseling Program to the community and makes Chapter House visitations.
  18. Assists in providing In-Service training in guidance and related fields to teachers.
  19. Assists administrators and teachers in matters of student discipline/attendance/academics.
  20. Assists in the orientation/mentoring of new faculty members.
  21. Organize and oversee small intervention groups each semester concerning topics such as substance abuse, divorce, death/dying, domestic violence, etc.
  22. Will demonstrate the competency in use of the computer.
  23. Will assist in the preparation and distribution of Student Progress Reports and Report Cards.
  24. Will prepare and submit to the Principal prior to leaving school at the end of the school year, a list indicating what class each student will be placed into according to teacher/Adm. recommendation. A log of counseling session data will be submitted at the end of each month.
  25. Will compile and publish an A and A/B Honor Roll in accordance with school policies.
  26. Will prepare and work with Principal in early spring to create a list of the students promoting or possible retentions from grade level to grade level.
  27. Will prepare and maintain a Counseling Service Handbook.
  28. Organizes and administers AIMS and tabulates those standardized tests required by district and any accompanying reports as needed.
  29. Maintains accurate inventory records and faithfully submits budget requests, requisitions, and work orders according to school and district policies/regulations/procedures.
30. Assists the administrators in implementing all policies/rules governing student life and conduct.
  1. Faithfully performs all special duty and extra duty assignments as required. (Example: Lunch duty, hall duty, class/club assignments.)
  2. Attend all staff meetings as required and serve on all staff committees as required.
  3. Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.
  4. Performs other such tasks and assumes responsibilities as the Principal, Superintendent and Board may require.
  5. Faithfully follow those procedures and comply with those requirements as stated in the District and handbook.

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