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Camp High Rocks

Located: Cedar Mountain, North Carolina

Position Available: Photographer & Camp Counselor

Salary Range: $250-400/week depending on experience

Type: Residential boys' summer camp

Contact: staffinfo@highrocks.com

Website: www.highrocks.com

  • Camp High Rocks, a private boys' camp in Western North Carolina, has openings for male and female counselors for its nine-week summer program. We have three sessions, each with 130 campers ages 8 to 16. The primary function and obligation of a male counselor is to campers in his cabin group. Applicants for counselor positions must have completed at least one year of college.
  • Photographer position available - daily responsibilities would include taking pictures of campers during activities, formatting photos to be uploaded on our website, as well as instructing in one of our daily program activities. Video experience a plus.
  • Room, board, and laundry are included. Training courses available in late May. Internships available.

SuperCamp

Located: 9 locations in 6 states: California; Washington; Colorado; Illinois; Rhode Island; North Carolina

Position Available: SuperCamp Facilitator

Salary Range: Starting at $1300 per 10-day camp

Type: Residential coed summer camp

Contact: mmcdonald@qln.com

Website: www.SuperCamp.com

  • Be a role model for campers and complete hours of training and prep in Quantum Learning curriculum
  • Fly around the country or world to work SuperCamp- on us
  • Add Stanford, Brown or Wake Forest to your resume
  • Have summer $ to bank - you don't spend a cent while working

SuperCamp

Located: 9 locations in 6 states: California; Washington; Colorado; Illinois; Rhode Island; North Carolina

Position Available: SuperCamp Team Leader

Salary Range: Starting at $375 per 10-day camp

Type: Residential coed summer camp

Contact: mmcdonald@qln.com

Website: www.SuperCamp.com

  • Be a role model for campers and create trust and a safe place for team members to be open
  • To meet and work with dynamic and talented co-ed staff and generate enthusiasm among team members
  • $ to bank - you don't spend a cent while working
  • To add Stanford, Brown or Wake Forest to name a few to your resume and gain internship credits

Rockbrook Camp for Girls

Located: Brevard, North Carolina

Position Available: Cabin Counselor/Instructor

Salary Range: $2255+

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: jessi@rockbrookcamp.com

Website: www.rockbrookcamp.com

  • Rockbrook Camp has been a private, traditional camp for girls ages 6 to 16, since 1921. Must enjoy working closely with children, strive to serve as a positive role model, and be attentive and responsible. We're looking for enthusiastic people with a genuine interest in kids, people with leadership ability, and a love for having fun in a friendly and supportive environment.
  • Create a positive and exciting environment by living with a small group of children, participating in general camp programs, providing leadership and instruction in one or more specific camp activities (25+ different options).
  • Salary is based on experience. Room, board and laundry are provided. Additional pay for training and/or certification in camp related fields.

Rockbrook Camp for Girls

Located: Brevard, North Carolina

Position Available: Outdoor Adventure Specialist

Salary Range: $2000+

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: jessi@rockbrookcamp.com

Website: www.rockbrookcamp.com

  • Rockbrook Camp has been a private, traditional camp for girls ages 6 to 16, since 1921. Must enjoy working closely with children, strive to serve as a positive role model, and be attentive and responsible. We're looking for enthusiastic people with a genuine interest in kids, people with leadership ability, and a love for having fun in a friendly and supportive environment.
  • Backpacking, outdoor cooking, and group dynamics experience required, and a positive, safety-conscious, enthusiastic attitude a must.
  • Salary is based on experience. Room, board and laundry are provided. Additional pay for training and/or certification in camp related fields.

WB Surf Camp

Located: North Carolina, California, Hawaii, Bahamas, Barbados, Costa Rica, Florida, Australia

Position Available: Surf Instructor

Salary Range: $350/ week & up

Type: Residential coed surfing camp

Contact: info@wbsurfcamp.com

Website: www.wbsurfcamp.com

  • We are looking for personable, reliable and positive role models for today's youth. Need FirstAid, CPR, and Lifeguarding certifications.
  • Experience as a camp counselor a plus. Surf instructor experience is not necessary as selected candidates will go through our training program. You must be a proficient surfer to apply.
  • Excellent pay, perks & benefits. Come spend your summer at the beach and get paid for it.
  • This job opening is for our Wrightsville Beach, NC location.

WB Surf Camp

Located: North Carolina, California, Hawaii, Bahamas, Barbados, Costa Rica, Florida, Australia

Position Available: Guppy Camp Counselor

Salary Range: $275/week & up

Type: Residential coed surfing camp

Contact: info@wbsurfcamp.com

Website: www.wbsurfcamp.com

  • We are seeking mature, responsible, positive role models who enjoy working with elementary aged children in an eco-activity based camp. This job opening is for our Wrightsville Beach, NC location.
  • Need First Aid, CPR, and Lifeguarding certifications. Experience as a camp counselor a plus.
  • Surf experience is not necessary, but you must be extremely comfortable in the water.
  • Excellent pay, perks & benefits. Come spend your summer at the beach and get paid for it.

Camp Crestridge

Located: Ridgecrest, North Carolina

Position Available: Counselor

Salary Range: $200/week + room and board

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: rscamps@ridgecrestcamps.com

Website: www.ridgecrestcamps.com

  • Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina is Camp Crestridge for Girls. This incredible summer camp offers unique experiences just 20 minutes east of Asheville, North Carolina. The camp staff are passionate about helping campers grow the whole self: physically, mentally, socially, and spiritually.
  • Opportunities for paid ministry are available in many different areas. The greatest need is for camp counselors. The role of a counselor is rooted in service, loving kids unconditionally, and sharing Christ in daily life. Counselors can teach in a variety of areas including Soccer, Basketball, Softball, Gymnastics, Drama, Archery, Riflery, Crafts, Singing, Outdoor Living, Bible Study, Horseback, Guitar, and much more. We have additional positions for activity directors, junior counselors, adventure staff, laundry staff, office staff, photojournalists, drivers, and food service staff.
  • Base counselor salaries begin at $200/week plus food and lodging. Counselors live in cabins with campers and receive 2.5 days off per two-week session. Internship opportunities are available. Employment begins June 4th for 8 days of paid training and runs through August 13th. Counselors must be 18 and finished with their freshman year of college. Join us for an amazing summer of fun, ministry, and growth.

Camp Crestridge

Located: Ridgecrest, North Carolina

Position Available: Junior Counselor / 'Jet'

Salary Range: $135/week + room and board

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: rscamps@ridgecrestcamps.com

Website: www.ridgecrestcamps.com

  • Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina is Camp Crestridge for Girls. This incredible summer camp offers unique experiences just 20 minutes east of Asheville, North Carolina. The camp staff are passionate about helping campers grow the whole self: physically, mentally, socially, and spiritually.
  • Opportunities for paid ministry are available in many different areas. We have a strong need for excellent Junior Counselors who are excited about learning and responsibility. The role of a Junior Counselor is rooted in service, loving kids unconditionally, and sharing Christ in daily life. JC's can teach in a variety of areas including Soccer, Basketball, Softball, Gymnastics, Drama, Archery, Riflery, Crafts, Singing, Outdoor Living, Bible Study, Horseback, Guitar, and much more. We have additional positions for activity directors, counselors, adventure staff, laundry staff, office staff, photojournalists, drivers, and food service staff.
  • Base "Jet" salaries begin at $135/week plus food and lodging. Jets live in cabins with campers and receive 2.5 days off per two-week session. Employment begins June 4th with 8 days of paid training and runs through August 13th. Jets must be 17 and finished with their junior year of high school. Join us for an amazing summer of fun, ministry, and growth.

Camp Ridgecrest

Located: Ridgecrest, North Carolina

Position Available: Counselor

Salary Range: $200/week + room and board

Type: Residential boys' summer camp

Contact: rscamps@ridgecrestcamps.com

Website: www.ridgecrestcamps.com

  • Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina is Camp Ridgecrest for Boys. This incredible summer camp offers unique experiences just 20 minutes east of Asheville, North Carolina. The camp staff are passionate about helping campers grow the whole self: physically, mentally, socially, and spiritually.
  • Opportunities for paid ministry are available in many different areas. The greatest need is for camp counselors. The role of a counselor is rooted in service, loving kids unconditionally, and sharing Christ in daily life. Counselors can teach in a variety of areas including Soccer, Basketball, Baseball, Football, Weight Lifting, Archery, Riflery, Crafts, Rocketry, Outdoor Living, Bible Study, Horseback, Guitar, and much more. We have additional positions for activity directors, junior counselors, adventure staff, laundry staff, office staff, photojournalists, drivers, and food service staff.
  • Base counselor salaries begin at $200/week plus food and lodging. Counselors live in cabins with campers and receive 2.5 days off per two-week session. Internship opportunities are available. Employment begins June 4th for 8 days of paid training and runs through August 13th. Counselors must be 18 and finished with their freshman year of college. Join us for an amazing summer of fun, ministry, and growth.

Camp Ridgecrest

Located: Ridgecrest, North Carolina

Position Available: Junior Counselor / Jet

Salary Range: $135/week + room and board

Type: Residential boys' summer camp

Contact: rscamps@ridgecrestcamps.com

Website: www.ridgecrestcamps.com

  • Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina is Camp Ridgecrest for Boys. This incredible summer camp offers unique experiences just 20 minutes east of Asheville, North Carolina. The camp staff are passionate about helping campers grow the whole self: physically, mentally, socially, and spiritually.
  • Opportunities for paid ministry are available in many different areas. We have a strong need for excellent Junior Counselors who are excited about learning and responsibility. The role of a Junior Counselor is rooted in service, loving kids unconditionally, and sharing Christ in daily life. JC's can teach in a variety of areas including Soccer, Basketball, Baseball, Football, Weight Lifting, Archery, Riflery, Crafts, Rocketry, Outdoor Living, Bible Study, Horseback, Guitar, and much more. We have additional positions for activity directors, counselors, adventure staff, laundry staff, office staff, photojournalists, drivers, and food service staff.
  • Base JC salaries begin at $135/week plus food and lodging. Junior Counselors live in cabins with campers and receive 2.5 days off per two-week session. Employment begins June 4th with 8 days of paid training and runs through August 13th. JC's must be 17 and finished with their junior year of high school. Join us for an amazing summer of fun, ministry, and growth.

Camp Green Cove

Located: Tuxedo, North Carolina

Position Available: Counselor / Outdoor Educator

Salary Range: competitive

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: greencove@greencove.com

Website: www.greencove.com

  • We are a noncompetitive, non-regimented camp focused on fun, growth and instruction. We need people who enjoy working and living with children and have skills in: backpacking, traditional climbing, mountain biking, whitewater canoeing and kayaking, sailing, horseback riding (English), mountain biking, swimming, environmental education, tennis and arts and crafts. Extensive tripping program. Come put your leadership skills to work!
  • Everyone who works at Green Cove has three basic responsibilities: 1) Teaching skills and leading trips in an outdoor activity. 2) Working directly with kids as a counselor, advisor, and advocate constantly. For most staff, this means living with 5 or 6 kids in a cabin unit. 3) Participation and influence as a member of the camp community.
  • QUAL: Must be at least 18 years of age. Must have completed at least one year of undergraduate study at a college or university (or equivalent). Should have experience in and be willing to teach one or more of our activities (some training provided). BNFTS: Salaries are individually determined based on your age, experience and skills. Our salaries compare favorably with most other camps and rise as you prove yourself. All food and lodging is provided. Time off: everyone gets 36 hours per week leave (a day and 2 nights).

Camp Mondamin

Located: Tuxedo, North Carolina

Position Available: Counselor / Outdoor Educator

Salary Range: competitive

Type: Residential boys' summer camp

Contact: mondamin@mondamin.com

Website: www.mondamin.com

  • We are a noncompetitive, non-regimented camp focused on fun, growth and instruction. We need people who enjoy working and living with children and have skills in: backpacking, traditional climbing, mountain biking, whitewater canoeing and kayaking, sailing, horseback riding (English), mountain biking, swimming, environmental education, tennis and arts and crafts. Extensive tripping program. Come put your leadership skills to work!
  • Everyone who works at Mondamin has three basic responsibilities: 1) Teaching skills and leading trips in an outdoor activity. 2) Working directly with kids as a counselor, advisor, and advocate constantly. For most staff, this means living with 5 or 6 kids in a cabin unit. 3) Participation and influence as a member of the camp community.
  • QUAL: Must be at least 18 years of age. Must have completed at least one year of undergraduate study at a college or university (or equivalent). Should have experience in and be willing to teach one or more of our activities (some training provided). BNFTS: Salaries are individually determined based on your age, experience and skills. Our salaries compare favorably with most other camps and rise as you prove yourself. All food and lodging is provided. Time off: everyone gets 36 hours per week leave (a day and 2 nights).

Kampus Kampers

Located: Boca Raton, Florida

Position Available: Counselor

Salary Range: $290/wk

Type: Residential coed summer camp

Contact: lwallace@lynn.edu

Website: www.pinetreecamp.com

  • a transitional sleep away camp for campers ages 6 -13
  • day programs include sports, A&C, computers, circus, & traditional
  • night activities included campfires, pool parties, talent shows, & field trips
  • Weekends off, counselor can still stay on campus

Emagination Computer Camps

Located: Atlanta, Boston, Chicago and Philadelphia areas

Position Available: Program Coordinator

Salary Range: Weekly Salary + Room/Board

Type: Residential and Day Coed Computer Camp

Contact: jobs@computercamps.com

Website: www.computercamps.com/computer/camp/summer_job.html

  • Do you love to organize recreational activities and play outside in the summer? Want to go back to the days of being a kid at the park playing basketball, soccer, kickball and other fun recreational activities? While we can't take you back in time, we do have an opportunity for you to do the things you love! Join us at camp this summer and play a key role in delivering our camp programs. Not only will you have the chance to get exercise and have fun in the sun, you will also have the opportunity to share your passion with children and motivate them to explore new activities that will benefit their bodies and minds. Recreation and traditional camp activities are an important element of each day and the right staff member will be someone who is enthusiastic about group games and activities, loves the outdoors, and is eager to motivate others. Thinking that this sounds too good to be true? It gets better! As a member of our team you will learn time management, team building, teaching, and oral presentation skills. We will pay you, house you and feed you. In addition, you get to explore some of the best cities in America -- Atlanta, Boston, Chicago or Philadelphia. Paid internships are available!!!
  • Emagination's competitive compensation package includes a weekly salary plus room and board (worth over $350/week and includes weekend and off duty housing and meals!!) We also provide you transportation to and from the local airport at the beginning and end of camp.
  • For more information and to apply online, visit the website below. We will respond to you within one week.

Wellspring Camps

Located: 12 Locations Worldwide

Position Available: Summer Camp Jobs

Salary Range: $2500 + depending on position and experience

Type: Residential Coed Fitness and Weight Loss Camps

Contact: jobs@wellspringcamps.com

Website: www.wellspringcamps.com

  • Leading Weight Loss Camp for children, teens and young adults
  • Positions available: camp counselor, nutrition instructor, culinary instructor, program supervisor, yoga instructor, martial arts instructor, personal trainer, head counselor, field staff, ropes course facilitator, nurse, emt, behavioral coach, lifeguard
  • Room and Board Included

Adventure Treks

Located: Western States, Utah, North Carolina, & New Hampshire, USA and British Columbia, Canada

Position Available: Instructor

Salary Range: $1100-2200

Type: Wilderness adventure program for Teens

Contact: info@adventuretreks.com

Website: www.adventuretreks.com

  • Adventure Treks is seeking enthusiastic outdoor leaders to teach a variety of skills to teens.
  • You will work closely with 5 other instructors and 24 students in a wilderness setting for 16-28 days.
  • Minimum Requirements include: over 21 years old, Wilderness First Responder, experience working with teens, and strong wilderness skills.

Camp Cosby YMCA

Located: Alpine, Alabama

Position Available: Counselors

Salary Range: $150-250 / week

Type: Residential coed summer camp

Contact: info@campcosby.org

Website: www.campcosby.org

  • Work with campers in cabin environment and activity areas. Employee must be creative, enthusiastic and hard working.
  • Demanding position with long hours. Room and Board provided. Fun, exciting job helping to guide the youth of today.
  • Time off - 2 hrs per day, 1-1/2 days off per week. 10-week program. Paid staff training.

Camp Illahee

Located: Brevard, North Carolina

Position Available: Counselor/Activity Instructor

Salary Range: $1980-3500

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: mail@campillahee.com

Website: www.campillahee.com

  • JOB DESCRIPTION: Come make a difference this summer! We are looking for fun, caring, responsible adults who love working with children in an outdoor setting. Our season runs from 6/1 - 8/14, 2009. Counselors live in a cabin with campers and teach in one or more activity areas.
  • PROGRAM INFORMATION: Our 3:1 camper-to-staff ratio ensures quality programs which include: trips (kayaking and climbing), waterfront (lifeguard and or WSI certification is a plus), horseback riding, sports (soccer, field hockey, lacrosse etc.), studio arts (arts and crafts, weaving, woodworking, ceramics, watercolor), performing arts (drama, dance), marksmanship (archery and riflery) and much more!
  • BENEFITS: Room, board, and laundry included; excellent training opportunities; competitive salary range including add-ons for experience and certifications.

Falling Creek Camp

Located: Tuxedo, North Carolina

Position Available: Activity & Cabin Counselors

Salary Range: $2500 - 3300 for 11 week season

Type: Residential boys' summer camp

Contact: mail@fallingcreek.com

Website: www.fallingcreek.com

  • Falling Creek is a high adventure traditional summer camp in the western North Carolina mountains.
  • Falling Creek is looking for energetic, creative and friendly people who want to work with children in a fun and exciting environment. There are a wide range of activities from soccer, swimming, archery, riflery, horseback riding, tennis, nature, and sailing, to canoeing, mountain biking, rock climbing and backpacking.
  • Employment at Falling Creek will be from Late May to mid-August. All staff will be on a weekly salary. Room and board, laundry, and Internet access provided. Staff training in WFA / CPR, lifeguarding, and other courses. Internships and college credit possible. Must be at least 19 years of age and have completed a year or more of college.

Falling Creek Camp

Located: Tuxedo, North Carolina

Position Available: Adventure Activity Counselors

Salary Range: $2,500 - $3,300 for 11 week season

Type: Residential boys' summer camp

Contact: mail@fallingcreek.com

Website: www.fallingcreek.com

  • Falling Creek is a high adventure traditional summer camp in the western North Carolina mountains.
  • Falling Creek is looking for energetic, creative and friendly people who want to work with children in a fun and exciting environment. Our Adventure Activity Counselors organize and lead trips with our paddling, rock climbing, backpacking, and mountain biking programs.
  • Employment at Falling Creek will be from Late May to mid-August. All staff will be on a weekly salary. Room and board, laundry, and Internet access provided. Staff training in WFA / CPR, lifeguarding, and other courses. Internships and college credit possible. Must be at least 19 years of age and have completed a year or more of college.

Burnt Gin Camp

Located: Wedgefield, South Carolina

Position Available: Waterfront Assistants

Salary Range: $1,900 - $2,050

Type: Residential special needs camp

Contact: aimonemi@dhec.sc.gov

Website: www.scdhec.gov/campburntgin

  • Camp Burnt Gin is looking for energetic, caring people who want to work in an outdoor setting with children who have special needs.
  • Waterfront Assistants must have current certification in lifeguard training, first aid and CPR and be at least 19 years old.
  • Waterfront Assistants are responsible for lifeguarding water activities; assisting in the teaching of swimming; assisting counselor with the care of children.

Camp Glen Arden

Located: Tuxedo, North Carolina

Position Available: Cabin Counselor

Salary Range: $1,575-$1,725

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: tajarden@aol.com

Website: www.campglenarden.com

  • Camp Glen Arden is a private all-girls summer camp located in western North Carolina. The job of a cabin counselor is an experience that is fun and rewarding, as well as challenging. Duties include; being responsible for 4-6 girls in a cabin between the ages of 6-17, teaching one or two of the 21 activities offered at Glen Arden, and assisting in the running and organization of camp wide activities. Counselors must also have a general love and desire to mold the lives and experiences of campers, as well as a variety of interests.
  • Benefits include: competitive salary based on age and experience, one 24 hour period off per week, linens and laundry included on campus, the opportunity to meet and connect with staff and campers from all over the country, as well as living in the beautiful scenery and nature of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
  • Counselors should have a cheery disposition, patience, and a willingness to lend a hand. Working as a summer camp counselor is one of the most rewarding and exciting summer jobs available; come join the Glen Arden Staff!

Camp Merrie-Woode

Located: Sapphire, North Carolina

Position Available: Activity Instructors/Counselor

Salary Range: Competitive pay

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: Phyllis@merriewoode.com

Website: www.merriewoode.com

  • We look for staff who have completed at least one year of college, who are of high moral character, who love working with children, have a positive attitude, lots of energy and willingness to be a role model to young girls.
  • Counselors teach up to four activity periods daily and live in cabins with the campers. Activities include archery, arts and crafts, canoeing and kayaking, ceramics, chorus, climbing, dance, drama, backpacking, caving, fly-fishing, landsports, nature, photography, riding, sailing, swimming, tennis, tumbling, weaving, and woodworking. The ten-week program has three sessions (3, 5 and 2week).
  • Salary is based on age and experience and includes room, board, and laundry.

Camp Merrie-Woode

Located: Sapphire, North Carolina

Position Available: Trip Leaders

Salary Range: Competitive pay

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: Phyllis@merriewoode.com

Website: www.merriewoode.com

  • The Mountaineering Program includes a high ropes course, teams course, rock climbing - indoor and outside, backpacking - overnights, day hikes, several day backpacking trips, and caving. Mountaineers need to possess strong leadership and organizational skills with orienteering, first aid, climbing and backpacking skills, and ropes facilitation.
  • Staff must have extensive experiences in an outdoor setting. WFR (preferred), WAFA, or WFA required. Outward Bound, NOLS, or the equivalent graduate preferred.
  • Salaries are individually determined and based on your age, experience, and skills. Housing, food, and laundry are provided. All staff have 36 hours per week leave.

Adventure Treks

Located: Western States, Utah, North Carolina, & New Hampshire, USA and British Columbia, Canada

Position Available: School Program Instructor

Salary Range: $70-100 per day

Type: Wilderness adventure program for Teens

Contact: info@adventuretreks.com

Website: www.adventuretreks.com

  • Energetic instructors to work with 6th-12th grade students during Spring and Fall programs.
  • You will work closely with a co-leader to build confidence, community, and outdoor living skills for 4-7 day field/base camp programs.
  • Minimum Requirements include: over 21 years old, Wilderness First Aid, experience working with teens, and strong ability to teach in a wilderness setting

Black Mountain Expeditions

Located: Pacific Northwest, High Sierras, North Carolina and South America

Position Available: Instructor

Salary Range: Competitive pay

Type: Wilderness adventure program

Contact: ryan@blackmountainexpeditions.com

Website: www.blackmountainexpeditions.com

  • 21 or older; Previous wilderness leadership experience with youth; 100+ Field instructor Days; Christian Leadership Experience
  • Minimum wilderness medical certification: Wilderness First Responder
  • Recognized trainings/certifications in areas of activity. (ie. Rock climbing: PCIA or AMGA training)

Green River Preserve

Located: Cedar Mountain, North Carolina

Position Available: Cabin Counselor

Salary Range: $210-240

Type: Residential, coed natural science summer camp

Contact: info@greenriverpreserve.org

Website: www.greenriverpreserve.org

  • Work as a leader and role model for gifted and motivated 2nd through 9th grade children. Provide a caring cabin atmosphere for 7 campers. Teach a wide range of camp activities including fly-fishing, canoeing, fencing, rock climbing, painting, outdoor cooking, pottery, etc. Assist professional naturalists in morning hikes to waterfalls, mountain overlooks, through streams, and other adventures.
  • Must be at least 18 years old with at least one year of college experience. Must be mature, and willing to be nurturing and instructive to children as well as respectful of all.
  • Starting salary is $210 per week plus room, board, and laundry service. Additional pay for training in camp related fields such as wilderness medical training, lifeguarding, NC commercial driver's license, etc. Internships also available- please see website.

Camp Rockmont

Located: Black Mountain, North Carolina

Position Available: Waterfront Staff

Salary Range: $190/week + bonuses

Type: Residential boys' summer camp

Contact: info@rockmont.com

Website: www.rockmont.com

  • Lifeguard and skill instructor (LGT, CPR, FA certifications needed)
  • State of the art waterfront facility on beautiful Lake Eden
  • Hardworking, enthusiastic staff committed to the safety and well-being of the campers

Camp Skyline Ranch

Located: Mentone, Alabama

Position Available: Senior Counselor

Salary Range: Starting at $1650 for summer

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: info@campskyline.com

Website: www.campskyline.com

  • Looking for strong Christian leaders to serve as cabin counselors as well as activity instructors.
  • Seeking counselors of college age to work anywhere from 4-8 weeks during the summer.
  • Activities include ropes course, circus, horseback riding, tennis, climbing tower, swimming, canoeing, dance, gymnastics, sports, archery, mountain biking and more!

Camp Glen Arden

Located: Tuxedo, North Carolina

Position Available: Activity Instructors

Salary Range: Varies- please inquire

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: tajarden@aol.com

Website: www.campglenarden.com

  • Positions available for the upcoming summer: Waterfront and Swimming Instructor (WSI certified), Woodworker, Wilderness/Rock Climbing Trip Leader (preferably with Wilderness First Aid or Wilderness First Responder Certification), Sailor.
  • Live in a rustic camping environment surrounded by natural beauty, towering hemlocks and waterfalls.
  • Competitive Salary with one 24 hour day off a week.

Camp Kateri

Located: Orange Springs, Florida

Position Available: Unit Leader

Salary Range: $225- $275/ week

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: info@girlscouts-gateway.org

Website: www.girlscouts-gateway.org

  • Come out for a fun filled, action packed 7 week summer camp! Reach out and change a life as we build girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place. Unit Leaders must be 21 years of age and current CPR and First Aid certifica
  • Activities include: Archery, Arts and Crafts, Canoeing, Kayaking, Hiking, Horse Back Riding, Fishing, Ecology, Swimming and Sailing!
  • Room, board, laundry facilities and meals provided. Staff training the week before camp starts

Gwynn Valley Camp

Located: Brevard, North Carolina

Position Available: Adventure Leaders/Rock Climbing/Paddling/Mtn Bike Instructors

Salary Range: $240 per wk and up d.o.e.

Type: Coed Residential and Day Summer Camp

Contact: mail@gwynnvalley.com

Website: www.gwynnvalley.com

  • Mountainside/Riverside program
  • 3 week adventure program that includes rock climbing, white water canoeing, backpacking, mountain biking & pioneering skills.
  • Work with children ages 11-14. Ten or eleven campers per group working with two adults plus support staff.

American Dance Training Camp

Located: Locations in Stratton Mountain, VT; Squaw Valley, CA; Western Carolina Univ, NC; Copper Mountain, CO; Tacoma, WA; Beaver Dam, WI; Warrensburg, MO; Mountain Creek, NJ; Kerrville, TX; Sacred Valley, Peru

Position Available: Lifeguard

Salary Range: $525 +

Type: Girls' Camp with Residential & Day Camp Sessions

Contact: julie@danceadtc.com

Website: www.americandancetrainingcamp.com/jobs.html

  • limited lifeguarding responsibilities
  • competitive pay
  • lots of fun!

Eagle's Nest Camp and Hante Adventures

Located: Pisgah Forest, North Carolina

Position Available: Summer Camp Staff

Salary Range: Competitive pay

Type: Residential coed summer camp

Contact: campassistant@enf.org

Website: www.enf.org

  • Eagle's Nest is seeking staff for the upcoming summer with positions available in camp staff, wilderness staff, and internships.
  • Camp staff teach activities in the arts, music, and drama (batik, guitar, pottery, musical instrument making, raku, improvisational theater, and productions of musicals and plays), wilderness (whitewater canoeing on a handful of southeastern rivers, rock climbing in the Appalachian mountains, and backpacking on the region's trails), and athletics (emphasizing skill and teamwork, not competition, as well as exploration of games from around the globe).
  • Staff members may also double as wilderness trip leaders. Staff will live on the campus in beautiful Pisgah Forest, leading, living, and forming community bonds in cabin groups with campers and other staff.

Eagle's Nest Camp and Hante Adventures

Located: Pisgah Forest, North Carolina

Position Available: Wilderness Staff

Salary Range: Competitive pay

Type: Residential coed summer camp

Contact: campassistant@enf.org

Website: www.enf.org

  • Eagle's Nest is seeking enthusiastic wilderness staff to work in our wilderness programs. Our wilderness programs are designed for all ages and are grouped to skill level.
  • Campers learn a variety of intensive camping skills including, food preparation, fire building, backpacking skills, and environmentally aware camping techniques.
  • Other Programs also include: White water canoeing, Rock Climbing and extended wilderness treks.

Camp Kanuga

Located: Hendersonville, North Carolina

Position Available: Cabin Counselors and Activity Leaders

Salary Range: $210/week base

Type: Residential coed summer camp

Contact: campkanuga@kanuga.org

Website: www.kanuga.org

  • Camp Kanuga is a traditional Christian summer camp for boys and girls, ages 7-15. Activities include backpacking, hiking, canoeing, swimming, adventure course, climbing tower, rock climbing, creative dramatics, art, music and much more!
  • Counselors must be 18 years old and Junior Counselors must be 17. Experience working with children and in the outdoors preferred.
  • Salary; room/board; bonus upon completion

Camp Kanuga

Located: Hendersonville, North Carolina

Position Available: TRAILBLAZER ADVENTURE Expedition Instructor

Salary Range: $210/week base

Type: Residential coed summer camp

Contact: campkanuga@kanuga.org

Website: www.kanuga.org

  • The Trailblazer Adventure is an expedition program for 15 and 16 year olds focusing on individual and group challenges in the form of backpacking treks, rock climbing, high ropes course, whitewater rafting and service projects.
  • Applicants must have experience working with youth and leading outdoor adventure activities. WFR preferred; WFA and CPR are required.
  • Salary; room and board; bonus upon completion

Cheerio Adventures

Located: Mouth of Wilson, VA and Roaring Gap, North Carolina

Position Available: Trip Leader

Salary Range: $220--235/week

Type: Wilderness adventure program

Contact: info@cheerioadventures.com

Website: www.cheerioadventures.com

  • Co-lead small groups of participants ages 10-16 on overnight wilderness adventure programs, including climbing, rafting, canoeing, caving, and backpacking.
  • Christian based program takes place in VA, NC, TN, WV, and PA.
  • Room/ board, laundry, obtainable certifications, use of camp equipment.

Cheerio Adventures

Located: Mouth of Wilson, VA and Roaring Gap, North Carolina

Position Available: Trip Guide

Salary Range: $220-235/week

Type: Wilderness adventure program

Contact: info@cheerioadventures.com

Website: www.cheerioadventures.com

  • Work with pre-organized groups, leading them on wilderness and adventure programs
  • Trips primarily take place in SW Virginia, WV, and TN
  • Room/ board, laundry, obtainable certifications, use of camp equipment.

Camp Ton-A-Wandah

Located: Hendersonville, North Carolina

Position Available: Cabin Counselor/Activity Instructor

Salary Range: $200 - $275

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: info@camptonawandah.com

Website: www.camptonawandah.com

  • Waterfront Instructor - Certified Lifeguard/WSI and/or ACA Canoe & Kayak
  • Rock Climbing/Ropes Course Instructor
  • Horseback Riding Instructor - Hunt Seat Equitation

iD Tech Summer Computer Camps

Located: Located at over 60 university campuses (Harvard, Princeton, MIT, Stanford, Emory, UCLA and more) in AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IL, IN, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, NJ, NY, NC, OH, PA, RI, TN, TX, VA, WA, Vancouver and Montreal

Position Available: Camp Director

Salary Range: $750+

Type: Residential and Day Coed Computer Camps

Contact: summerjobs@internaldrive.com

Website: www.internaldrive.com/summer_employment.htm

  • iD Tech Camps is seeking Camp Directors and Camp Instructors to work at a summer technology camp where students focus on Programming, Robotics, 2D and 3D Video Game Creation, Digital Video Editing, Web Design & Flash Animation, 3D Character Modeling and more at prestigious universities nationwide!
  • We are seeking candidates with previous summer camp work experience, experience teaching and/or working with kids, an energetic, fun-loving personality and flexible summer schedule.
  • For consideration, all interested candidates MUST apply online. No phone calls or resumes please.

iD Tech Summer Computer Camps

Located: Located at over 60 university campuses (Harvard, Princeton, MIT, Stanford, Emory, UCLA and more) in AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IL, IN, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, NJ, NY, NC, OH, PA, RI, TN, TX, VA, WA, Vancouver and Montreal

Position Available: Camp Instructors

Salary Range: $400+

Type: Residential and Day Coed Computer Camps

Contact: summerjobs@internaldrive.com

Website: www.internaldrive.com/summer_employment.htm

  • iD Tech Camps is seeking Camp Directors and Camp Instructors to work at a summer technology camp where students focus on Programming, Robotics, 2D and 3D Video Game Creation, Digital Video Editing, Web Design & Flash Animation, 3D Character Modeling and more at prestigious universities nationwide!
  • We are seeking candidates with previous summer camp work experience, experience teaching and/or working with kids, an energetic, fun-loving personality and flexible summer schedule.
  • For consideration, all interested candidates MUST apply online. No phone calls or resumes please.

Camp Carolina

Located: Brevard, North Carolina

Position Available: Camp Counselor

Salary Range: $180 - 260+ / week

Type: Residential boys' summer camp

Contact: info@campcarolina.com

Website: www.campcarolina.com

  • Includes room, board, adventure trips, laundry, and psycic income!
  • Description - be the camper role model keeping them safe, treating them with respect and putting them first with consistency and integrity, while teaching an activity.
  • We will help you get certified to teach golf, soccer, tennis, kayaking...and also help you to be certified in safety, ie. wilderness first responder, lifeguarding.

Camp Merri-Mac

Located: Black Mountain, North Carolina

Position Available: Trip Staff

Salary Range: $1550-2000

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: mail@merri-mac.com

Website: www.merri-mac.com

  • Proficient Climber or Kayaker.
  • Lead 4 to 6 trips a week in beautiful Blue Ridge Mounain region.
  • Assist the administration with running the Wilderness Program at camp.

Camp Timberlake

Located: Black Mountain, North Carolina

Position Available: Trip Staff

Salary Range: $1550-2000

Type: Residential boys' summer camp

Contact: email@camptimberlake.com

Website: www.camptimberlake.com

  • Proficient Climber or Kayaker.
  • Lead 4 to 6 trips a week in beautiful Blue Ridge Mounain region.
  • Assist the administration with running the Wilderness Program at camp.

Keystone Camp

Located: Brevard, North Carolina

Position Available: Adventure Trip Staff

Salary Range:

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: info@KeystoneCamp.com

Website: www.keystonecamp.com

  • JOB DESCRIPTION: Adventure Trip Staff Counselors will organize and instruct in one or more of our adventure sports and rock climbing, canoeing, and/or hiking and camping; will schedule and lead off-camp trips.
  • QUALIFICATIONS: Must be at least 19 or finished first year in college; have experience in the outdoors and our advneture sports; must love children; must be motivated, confident, and enthusiastic!
  • BENEFITS: Competitive salary; room, board, and laundry included; gain more certifications for job; learn about yourself; play in the outdoors all summer!

Camp Cheerio YMCA

Located: High Point, North Carolina

Position Available: Climbing, Equestrian, & Aquatics Directors

Salary Range: $185 and up depending on experience

Type: Residential camp with separate girls' and coed sessions

Contact: director@campcheerio.org

Website: www.campcheerio.org

  • Beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina and Virginia!
  • Free Room/Board & Laundry, too!
  • Looking for dedicated and enthusiastic staff to make a positive difference in the life of a child.

Inside Out, Inc.

Located: Flat Rock, North Carolina

Position Available: Program Staff

Salary Range:

Type: Outdoor Education Program

Contact: info@insideout-inc.com

Website: www.insideout-inc.com

  • Seasonal staff (August · November and April · June) to work with our school programs: coed students, ages K-12th grades. Programs in western NC, some southeastern US travel. Competitive pay based on skill and experience.
  • Programs may have one or multiple focuses, including Curriculum Studies (stream ecology, literature, cultural studies, forest ecology, classroom enhancement, etc), Team/ Community Development (group planning, teambuilding, inter- and intra-personal awareness, decision-making, small community living), and High Adventure (backpacking, rafting, ropes courses, rock climbing, etc.)
  • Characteristics necessary for our successful staff team: Invested in the goals of our program (education, awareness, discovery); Technical skills as a foundation only with focus on interaction with students, teachers and colleagues as a priority; Highest degree of Professionalism.

Emagination Computer Camps

Located: Atlanta, Boston, Chicago and Philadelphia areas

Position Available: Summer Camp Director

Salary Range: Competitive pay depending on experience

Type: Residential and Day Coed Computer Camp

Contact: jobs@computercamps.com

Website: www.computercamps.com/computer/camp/summer_job.html

  • Camp Directors Needed!!! Many camp professionals wonder if a technology camp can really provide children with the benefits of traditional summer camp? The answer is yes and we encourage you to find out for yourself how rewarding a summer at Emagination Computer Camps can be. Our program brings together like-minded kids from across the country and around the world and encourages them to venture outside their comfort zone, explore new activities and make new friends.
  • As camp director, you will manage a team of individuals interested in helping children develop the technical and creative skills that are becoming necessary to succeed in today's world. Your greater responsibility is creating an environment that encourages creativity, personal development, social development, self-confidence, independence and having FUN!!! In addition to technology workshops, campers explore outdoor activities and new adventures that include talent shows, scavenger hunts, pool Olympics and much more. You will manage day-to-day operations and create a summer camp experience that campers and staff will talk about for years to come. In addition, you get to explore some of the best cities in America -- Atlanta, Boston, Chicago or Philadelphia.
  • Emagination's competitive compensation package includes a weekly salary plus room and board (worth over $350/week and includes weekend and off duty housing and meals)!! We also provide you transportation to and from the local airport at the beginning and end of camp. Additional opportunities for Assistant Camp Director, Program Coordinator, Leadership Program Coordinator, Recreation Counselor, Technology Counselor and Network Administrator. Massachusetts Camp Location: Bentley University, Waltham, MA For more information and to apply online, visit the website shown below. We will respond to you within one week.

Horse and Nature Camp at Forever Florida

Located: St. Cloud, Florida

Position Available: Equine Staff

Salary Range: $1925-2475

Type: Residential coed summer camp

Contact: campmail@floridaecosafaris.com

Website: www.campillahaw.com

  • Conduct horsemanship activites including trailrides, arena activities, and general horse care.
  • Full room and board including off weeks and training week.
  • Possiblity of becoming a full time employment position.

Camp Kingfisher at the Chattahoochee Nature Center

Located: Roswell, Georgia

Position Available: Camp Counselors & Specialists

Salary Range: $2000 - $3800

Type: Coed Day Camp

Contact: camp@chattnaturecenter.org

Website: www.chattnaturecenter.org/camp-kingfisher

  • The Chattahoochee Nature Center is a private, non-profit environmental education facility located in Roswell, Georgia. Our mission is to promote appreciation and understanding of the natural environment. Camp Kingfisher is an environmental education day camp. All sessions focus on environmental science education, mixed in with traditional camp activities such as canoeing, swimming, and arts& crafts. We offer elective skills classes, daily wildlife interaction, professional musical entertainment, and 127 acres of beautiful nature.
  • Description: Supervising groups of young children (grades K - 9) in an outdoor setting; developing and implementing environmental education activities on a daily basis, program resources provided; handling captive wildlife used daily in camp programs; rotating coverage of after-care programs once a week; attending weekly camp staff meetings; working with other staff and volunteers as a team. We are always looking for energetic, dedicated staff members to bring love and laughter into our camp. All positions provide paid training.
  • Qualifications: Experience teaching or working with children, comfortable in an outdoor setting. Background in environmental education , natural history, education, child care or camps. Willingness to handle captive wildlife, training provided. Current tetanus shot or willingness to obtain one. Current First Aid/CPR certification, course provided. To apply download a staff application from our website.

Emagination Computer Camps

Located: Atlanta, Boston, Chicago and Philadelphia areas

Position Available: Assistant Camp Director

Salary Range: Competitive pay depending on experience

Type: Residential and Day Coed Computer Camp

Contact: jobs@computercamps.com

Website: www.computercamps.com/computer/camp/summer_job.html

  • Assistant Camp Directors Needed!!! Many camp professionals wonder if a technology camp can really provide children with the benefits of traditional summer camp? The answer is yes and we encourage you to find out for yourself how rewarding a summer at Emagination Computer Camps can be. Our program brings together like-minded kids from across the country and around the world and encourages them to venture outside their comfort zone, explore new activities and make new friends.
  • As assistant camp director, you will work with the camp director to manage a team of individuals interested in helping children develop the technical and creative skills that are becoming necessary to succeed in today's world. Your greater responsibility is creating an environment that encourages creativity, personal development, social development, self-confidence, independence and having FUN!!! In addition to technology workshops, campers explore outdoor activities and new adventures that include talent shows, scavenger hunts, pool Olympics and much more. You will help manage day-to-day operations and create a summer camp experience that campers and staff will talk about for years to come. In addition, you get to explore some of the best cities in America -- Atlanta, Boston, Chicago or Philadelphia.
  • Emagination's competitive compensation package includes a weekly salary plus room and board (worth over $350/week and includes weekend and off duty housing and meals)!! We also provide you transportation to and from the local airport at the beginning and end of camp. Additional opportunities for Camp Director, Program Coordinator, Leadership Program Coordinator, Recreation Counselor, Technology Counselor and Network Administrator. Massachusetts Camp Location: Bentley University, Waltham, MA For more information and to apply online, visit the website below. We will respond to you within one week.

Camp Cosby YMCA

Located: Alpine, Alabama

Position Available: Expedition Instructors

Salary Range: Dependent on experience

Type: Residential coed summer camp

Contact: info@campcosby.org

Website: www.campcosby.org

  • At least one male and one female instructor who are responsible for the safe implementation of the Cosby Expedition Program and Adventure Village Outdoor Track trip. Expeditions and Outdoor Track will travel all over Central and Northern Alabama.
  • Expedition Program includes whitewater kayaking, rock climbing, caving, backpacking, hiking, and canoeing. Please visit our website or contact camp for more in-depth descriptions of trips.
  • Instructors must have strong backgrounds in at least 3 of the program areas (with at least one of the instructors be a competent Class IV kayaker). First Aid, CPR, and Lifeguard certifications are required, while Wilderness First Responder is preferred. Must have the ability to be YMCA Driver Certified; must 21 years old, have a clean driving record within the past 36 months, and pass a YMCA Vehicle Training class.

Camp Dovewood

Located: O'Brien, Florida

Position Available: Horseback Riding Instructor

Salary Range: $1800 for 6 weeks, June-July

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: campdovewood@windstream.net

Website: www.campdovewood.org

  • Trail rides
  • Riding instructor will teach English and Western riding classes at Camp Dovewood, an all girl Christian camp for girls ages 7-14 in North Florida.

SOAR, Inc.

Located: Programs in the Florida Keys; the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina; the California Coast; the Wind River Mountains of Wyoming

Position Available: Activity Specialist

Salary Range: $2,000 - $3,000/season

Type: Wilderness adventure program

Contact: pate-moore@soarnc.org

Website: www.soarnc.org

  • RESP: Work with groups of 7-8 students with 2 instructors to facilitate a safe and successful experience during the adventure activity portions of 10 to 26 day courses. NC & WY: sol rock climb sites and act as site manager; facilitate and manage high ropes course activities; support whitewater rafting days: Support caving activities; potentially lead mountain biking activities; provide relief to instructor's in the field; work with youth in-between courses. Wyoming only- support flat-water canoeing and Riflery FL & CA: facilitate use of ocean water craft such as motor boats or jet skis (FL only); facilitate water-based activities such as sea kayaking and snorkeling: manage logistics for groups during and between courses including managing, repairing, and transporting group gear and purchasing of food during course; provide relief to instructor's in the field.
  • QUAL: Minimum 20 years of age (21 and older preferred);. Minimum of 2 years college experience, preferable in Recreation Therapy, Outdoor Recreation, Education, or Psychology. First Aid and CPR required (minimum WFA required for NC and WY staff), Lifeguard certification required for FL and CA staff. Strong experience required in technical skills such as rock site facilitation and management, ropes course facilitation, while water rafting, ,caving, mountain biking, or ocean/water activities (FL & CA only). Patience, energy, enthusiasm. flexibility, maturity, and integrity required. Use of personal vehicle required for NC & WY (vehicle stipend provided).
  • TO APPLY: Apply on-line at: www.soarnc.org or send letter of interest, resume, and references to: Laura Pate Director of North Carolina Programs SOAR P.O. Box 388 Balsam, NC 28707 (828) 456-3435

Camp Dixie

Located: Clayton, Georgia

Position Available: Counselor - Girls

Salary Range: depending on experience

Type: Residential coed summer camp

Contact: info@campdixie.org

Website: www.campdixie.org

  • Supervise a cabin of 4-6 kids
  • Instruct traditional camp activities including: archery, riflery, canoeing, swimming, horseback riding, tennis, trampoline, arts and crafts, campcrafts, and drama.
  • Season begins in June and ends in August.

Camp Dixie

Located: Clayton, Georgia

Position Available: Counselor - Boys

Salary Range: depending on experience

Type: Residential coed summer camp

Contact: info@campdixie.org

Website: www.campdixie.org

  • Supervise a cabin of 4-6 kids
  • Instruct traditional camp activities including: archery, riflery, canoeing, swimming, horseback riding, tennis, trampoline, arts and crafts, campcrafts, and drama.
  • Season begins in June and ends in August.

YMCA Camp McConnell

Located: Micanopy, Florida

Position Available: Senior Staff

Salary Range: $250/week + room & board

Type: Residential coed summer camp

Contact: ymcacamp@bellsouth.net

Website: www.ymcasummercamp.com

  • Horseback Director
  • Program Director
  • Leader in Training Director

Valley View Ranch Equestrian Camp

Located: Cloudland (atop Lookout Mountain), Georgia

Position Available: Riding Instructor

Salary Range: $200-350 per week

Type: Residential girls' equestrian camp

Contact: info@valleyviewranch.com

Website: www.valleyviewranch.com

  • Need English instructors for 10 week summer equestrian camp for girls.
  • Need Western / Barrels instructor also. Live in cabin with 5-7 girls.
  • Room & board, staff training included, must be 18 or older.

Camp Juliette Low

Located: Located atop Lookout Mountain near Cloudland, Georgia

Position Available: Program Staff

Salary Range: $1200-1500

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: info@cjl.org

Website: www.cjl.org

  • Great positions available working with programs such as horseback, pool, lake, crafts, Project Adventure.
  • Preferably age 21 with certifications or good experience - 8-week program
  • Salary includes room and board and could possibly be increased depending on certifications and experience.

Camp Danbee for Girls

Located: Peru, Massachusetts

Position Available: Counselor Positions

Salary Range: $1,800 - $2,100 / summer

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: jay@campdanbee.com

Website: www.campdanbee.com

  • Seven-week summer camp for girls, located in the Berkshire Mountains in Western Massachusetts.
  • All of the counselors at Danbee work in a dual role - both as a bunk counselor living in a bunk with kids, and as a specialty counselor teaching in a specific program area.
  • Danbee is full of spirit! We are a fun, busy and energetic place. We dance at meals, sing and cheer constantly.

Camp Danbee for Girls

Located: Peru, Massachusetts

Position Available: Residential Nurse

Salary Range: $4,000 - $6,000/ summer

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: jay@campdanbee.com

Website: www.campdanbee.com

  • Premier girls' summer camp in the Berkshire Mountains of Massachusetts
  • Competitive salary. Room(single)/board and travel provided
  • Doctor in residence during the camp season. Located near a hospital/trauma center. Team of 4-5 RNs/LPNs.

SOAR, Inc.

Located: Programs in the Florida Keys; the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina; the California Coast; the Wind River Mountains of Wyoming

Position Available: Outdoor Trip Leader

Salary Range: $2,000 - $3,000/season

Type: Wilderness adventure program

Contact: pate-moore@soarnc.org

Website: www.soarnc.org

  • RESP: Supervise a group of 7-8 students (2 staff per group), for 24 hours a day, on 10 to 26 day courses; facilitate a safe and successful experience during the adventure based portions of the course; facilitate the development of life skills, organizational skills, self-esteem, problem-solving strategies, communication techniques, and social skills; assist in developing personal goals for each student; write a comprehensive student evaluation at the end of each course; and act as a role model for students by demonstrating maturity, responsibility, good organizational skills, and professional behavior.
  • QUAL: Minimum 20 years of age (21 and older preferred); 2 years of college experience, in human service related field preferred (e.g., Education, Psychology, Recreation); current first aid and CPR certification (minimum WFA required for NC and WY staff; Lifeguard required for FL and CA staff); experience and/or desire to work with LD and AD/HD youth; patience, energy, enthusiasm, flexibility, maturity, and integrity required; experience in and/or desire to learn outdoor adventure activities; strong organizational and lime management skills preferred.
  • TO APPLY: Apply on-line at: www.soarnc.org or send letter of interest, resume, and references to: Laura Pate Director of North Carolina Programs SOAR P.O. Box 388 Balsam, NC 28707 (828) 456-3435

Camp Broadstone

Located: Valle Crucis, North Carolina

Position Available: Head Counselor

Salary Range: $1,600 plus room & board

Type: Coed Residential and Day Camp for Gifted Youth

Contact: mcnealjp@appstate.edu

Website: www.campbroadstone.com/employment.php

  • Provide leadership and guidance to all campers and counseling staff on an ongoing basis.
  • Plan and implement camp-wide special events and coordinate all staff committees.
  • Attend all camp staff orientations, assist, advise, and support junior and senior counselors.

Camp Broadstone

Located: Valle Crucis, North Carolina

Position Available: Counselor

Salary Range: $1,300 - $1,400

Type: Coed Residential and Day Camp for Gifted Youth

Contact: mcnealjp@appstate.edu

Website: www.campbroadstone.com/employment.php

  • Mentor and supervise 4th-9th graders in a day or resident camp setting
  • Attend June 4-11 all-camp staff orientation
  • Lead a learning group, organize and run evening programs, participate on staff committees, and attend all staff meetings Fourth Bullet.

Gwynn Valley Camp

Located: Brevard, North Carolina

Position Available: Program/Cabin Staff

Salary Range: $230 per wk and up d.o.e.

Type: Coed Residential and Day Summer Camp

Contact: mail@gwynnvalley.com

Website: www.gwynnvalley.com

  • Gwynn Valley is a traditional program with a working farm and an adventure program that nurtures the child while fostering a connection with the land and the simple joys of childhood.
  • Full working farm and mill on site that children are actively involved in; adventure sports for younger children. Campers ages 5 to 12. Session lengths 8 days to three weeks.

Wellspring Florida

Located: St. Petersburg, Florida

Position Available: Summer Camp Jobs

Salary Range: $2500 + depending on position and experience

Type: Residential Coed Fitness and Weight Loss Camp

Contact: jobs@wellspringcamps.com

Website: www.wellspringcamps.com

  • Leading Weight Loss Camp for children, teens and young adults
  • Positions avilable: camp counselor, nutrition instructor, culinary instructor, program supervisor, yoga instructor, martial arts instructor, personal trainer, head counselor, field staff, ropes course facilitator, nurse, emt, behavioral coach, lifeguard
  • Room and Board Included

Wellspring Adventure Camp, North Carolina

Located: Blue Ridge Mountains, North Carolina

Position Available: Summer Camp Jobs

Salary Range: $2500 + depending on position and experience

Type: Residential Coed Fitness and Weight Loss Camp

Contact: jobs@wellspringcamps.com

Website: www.wellspringcamps.com

  • Leading Weight Loss Camp for children, teens and young adults
  • camp counselor, nutrition instructor, culinary instructor, program supervisor, yoga instructor, martial arts instructor, personal trainer, head counselor, field staff, ropes course facilitator, nurse, emt, behavioral coach, lifeguard
  • Room and Board Included

Summer Institute for the Gifted

Located: Resident Programs in Amherst, MA; Bryn Mawr, PA; Atlanta, GA; Princeton, NJ; Berkeley, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Austin, TX; Poughkeepsie, NY; Day Programs in MA; PA; GA; CT; TN; CA; NY; NJ; FL

Position Available: Housemaster

Salary Range: $2,000 - $2,500

Type: Coed Camps with Residential & Day Camp Sessions

Contact: sig.info@giftedstudy.com

Website: www.giftedstudy.org

  • residential position
  • must be college graduate
  • must have residential experience

Summer Institute for the Gifted

Located: Resident Programs in Amherst, MA; Bryn Mawr, PA; Atlanta, GA; Princeton, NJ; Berkeley, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Austin, TX; Poughkeepsie, NY; Day Programs in MA; PA; GA; CT; TN; CA; NY; NJ; FL

Position Available: Instructor

Salary Range: $775 - $925 per course

Type: Coed Camps with Residential & Day Camp Sessions

Contact: sig.info@giftedstudy.com

Website: www.giftedstudy.org

  • must be college graduate and able to commute to campus
  • courses are 15, 90-minute sessions
  • experience teaching gifted students a plus

-Holston Presbytery Camp & Retreat Center

Located: Banner Elk, North Carolina

Position Available: Counselor

Salary Range: $1,500

Type: Residential coed summer camp

Contact: holstoncamp@skybest.com

Website: www.holstoncamp.org

  • Looking for dedicated and enthusiastic staff to make a positive difference in the life of a child.
  • Two weeks staff training
  • Free Room and Board & Laundry

Camp Chatuga

Located: Mountain Rest, South Carolina

Position Available: Counselor

Salary Range: $1700+/ 8 weeks

Type: Residential Summer Camp for Boys and Girls

Contact: mail@campchatuga.com

Website: www.campchatuga.com

  • Make a difference in a child's life
  • Salary includes free room & board, admission on a trip out of camp, worker's compensation insurance, staff shirt, optional laundry & more.
  • We promise to be the hardest job you'll ever love!

Camp Dovewood

Located: O'Brien, Florida

Position Available: Camp Nurse

Salary Range: competitive pay

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: campdovewood@windstream.net

Website: www.campdovewood.org

  • One, two or three weeks: daughter may come to camp too
  • All food, lodging, insurance and trips included
  • Nurse ministers daily to 80 girls ages 7-14 in a Christian all girl camp; may help with activities of your choice.

Camp Flintlock: Colonial American Summer Camp

Located: Four Oaks, North Carolina

Position Available: Counselor

Salary Range: $175/wk

Type: Residential and Day Camp with separate sessions for boys and girls ages 9 to 15

Contact: nc@campflintlock.com

Website: www.campflintlock.com

  • Room and board as well as colonial clothing
  • Learn the benefit of 18th century camping for yourself.

Camp Flintlock: Colonial American Summer Camp

Located: Four Oaks, North Carolina

Position Available: Junior Counselor

Salary Range: $75/wk

Type: Residential and Day Camp with separate sessions for boys and girls ages 9 to 15

Contact: nc@campflintlock.com

Website: www.campflintlock.com

  • Room and board as well as colonial clothing
  • Learn the benefit of 18th century camping for yourself.

Sea Turtle Camp

Located: Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina

Position Available: Surf Instructor

Salary Range: $350/ week & up

Type: Residential coed camp

Contact: info@seaturtlecamp.com

Website: www.seaturtlecamp.com

  • We are looking for personable, reliable and positive role models for today's youth. Need FirstAid, CPR, and Lifeguarding certifications.
  • Experience as a camp counselor a plus. Surf instructor experience is not necessary as selected candidates will go through our training program.
  • Excellent pay, perks & benefits. Come spend your summer at the beach and get paid for it.

Sea Turtle Camp

Located: Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina

Position Available: Camp Counselor

Salary Range: $350/week & up

Type: Residential coed camp

Contact: info@seaturtlecamp.com

Website: www.seaturtlecamp.com

  • We are seeking mature, responsible, positive role models who enjoy working with teenagers. Need First Aid, CPR, and Lifeguarding certifications.
  • Experience as a camp counselor required.
  • Excellent pay, perks & benefits. Come spend your summer at the beach and get paid for it.

Camp Rockmont

Located: Black Mountain, North Carolina

Position Available: Cabin Counselor

Salary Range: $190/week + bonuses

Type: Residential boys' summer camp

Contact: info@rockmont.com

Website: www.rockmont.com

  • Counselor of 8 boys - ages ranging from 7-16. Guide and direct your cabin in a variety of camp programs/activities.
  • Enthusiastic staff
  • Hardworking, encouraging environment where lives are changed

Camp Woodmont

Located: Cloudland, Georgia

Position Available: Camp Counselor

Salary Range: $150-250 per week or $1200-2200 per season

Type: Residential coed summer camp

Contact: infonew@campwoodmont.com

Website: www.campwoodmont.com

  • Cabin living atop cool, breezy Lookout Mountain
  • Completion Bonus ($300-500) at end of season
  • Traditional camp activities - see 1001+ pictures and full information at our web site

Camp Woodmont

Located: Cloudland, Georgia

Position Available: Boys/Girls Unit Leader

Salary Range: $175-275 per week

Type: Residential coed summer camp

Contact: infonew@campwoodmont.com

Website: www.campwoodmont.com

  • Coordinate traditional camp program and lead boys' or girls' area counselors
  • Completion Bonus ($300-500) at end of season
  • Traditional, private camp, limited enrollment and convenient camp layout. North Georgia mountain location.

Burnt Gin Camp

Located: Wedgefield, South Carolina

Position Available: Counselor

Salary Range: $1,600 - $1,800

Type: Residential special needs camp

Contact: aimonemi@dhec.sc.gov

Website: www.scdhec.gov/campburntgin

  • Camp Burnt Gin is looking for energetic, caring people who want to work in an outdoor setting with children who have special needs.
  • Four staff live with eight children and assist those children who require help with personal needs and participation in activities.
  • Working at Burnt Gin is not only a fun summer job, but an extremely rewarding experience and excellent opportunity for staff entering the fields of education and healthcare.

YMCA Camp Indian Springs

Located: Crawfordville, Florida

Position Available: Cabin Leader

Salary Range: $175+ week

Type: Coed Camp with Residential & Day Camp Sessions

Contact: alferreira@campindiansprings.org

Website: www.campindiansprings.org

  • Work Outdoors with children in natural setting.
  • Enhance your resume with team building leadership skills as well as event planning and group work.
  • Grow as a role model who values honesty, caring, respect and responsibility.

YMCA Camp Indian Springs

Located: Crawfordville, Florida

Position Available: Support Staff

Salary Range: $245+ week

Type: Coed Camp with Residential & Day Camp Sessions

Contact: alferreira@campindiansprings.org

Website: www.campindiansprings.org

  • Work outdoors leading staff who work with children in natural setting.
  • Enhance your resume with team building leadership skills as well as event planning and supervision.
  • Grow as a role model who values honesty, caring, respect, responsibility and faith.

Camp Kateri

Located: Orange Springs, Florida

Position Available: Unit Assistant

Salary Range: $200- $250/ week

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: info@girlscouts-gateway.org

Website: www.girlscouts-gateway.org

  • Come out for a fun filled, action packed 7 week summer camp! Reach out and change a life as we build girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place. Unit Assistants must be 18 years of age and current CPR and First Aid certif
  • Activities include: Archery, Arts and Crafts, Canoeing, Kayaking, Hiking, Horse Back Riding, Fishing, Ecology, Swimming and Sailing!
  • Room, board, laundry facilities and meals provided. Staff training the week before camp starts

American Dance Training Camp

Located: Locations in Stratton Mountain, VT; Squaw Valley, CA; Western Carolina Univ, NC; Copper Mountain, CO; Tacoma, WA; Beaver Dam, WI; Warrensburg, MO; Mountain Creek, NJ; Kerrville, TX; Sacred Valley, Peru

Position Available: Nurse

Salary Range: $500 +

Type: Girls' Camp with Residential & Day Camp Sessions

Contact: julie@danceadtc.com

Website: www.americandancetrainingcamp.com/jobs.html

  • limited nursing responsibilities
  • your daugher can attend FREE for reduced compensation
  • lots of fun!

Buffalo Cove Outdoor Education Center

Located: Buffalo Cove, North Carolina

Position Available: Counselor

Salary Range: $1,500 to $3,000

Type: Wilderness adventure program

Contact: charleecamp@aol.com

Website: www.buffalocove.com

  • End of May to early August. Receive lessons in the ancient ways of the mountains and rare skills.
  • Eat healthy, mostly organic, local foods. Lots of fun and memories.
  • Some of our sessions are dedicated to working with foster children - you must have a desire / passion for working with all types of kids in a wilderness setting. Minimum first aid training: WFA and CPR

Camp Ton-A-Wandah

Located: Hendersonville, North Carolina

Position Available: Head Staff

Salary Range: Up to $350/wk or tuition exchange

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: info@camptonawandah.com

Website: www.camptonawandah.com

  • Camp Nurse (RN and LPN)
  • Area Head Counselor
  • Office Assistance/Photography/Web Support

Horse and Nature Camp at Forever Florida

Located: St. Cloud, Florida

Position Available: General Counselor Girls/Boys

Salary Range: $1925-2475

Type: Residential coed summer camp

Contact: campmail@floridaecosafaris.com

Website: www.campillahaw.com

  • Will conduct camp activities as well as sleep in the cabin as monitor.
  • Full room and board including off weeks of camp and training week.

Seacamp

Located: Big Pine Key, Florida

Position Available: Cabin Counselors

Salary Range:

Type: Residential Coed Camp

Contact: info@seacamp.org

Website: www.seacamp.org

  • Must be at least 19 years old.
  • Able to assist in courses such as marine science, scuba diving, sailing, windsurfing, and arts and crafts.
  • Must live with a group of campers and be willing to participate in all camp functions and assist in camper supervision as assigned.

Seacamp

Located: Big Pine Key, Florida

Position Available: Science Instructors

Salary Range:

Type: Residential Coed Camp

Contact: info@seacamp.org

Website: www.seacamp.org

  • Must 21 years old and have a Bachelors Degree in Marine Science or related field. Instructors must have a valid drivers license with an excellent driving record.
  • Instructors will participate in all camp functions and assist with camper supervision as assigned.
  • Must be comfortable teaching marine science courses. Contact us at staff@seacamp.com

Camp Carolina

Located: Brevard, North Carolina

Position Available: Support Staff

Salary Range: $200 - 320+ / week

Type: Residential boys' summer camp

Contact: info@campcarolina.com

Website: www.campcarolina.com

  • Includes room, board, adventure trips, laundry, and the feeling of strength and confidence
  • Description - learn behind the scenes technique ie. French cooking from scratch, carpentry, clean-up technique and grounds care.
  • Live in coed housing with a wide variety of people from all over the world and enjoy some outdoor adventure trips each week, where we take care of all the planning and provide the equipment.

Camp Merri-Mac

Located: Black Mountain, North Carolina

Position Available: Counselor

Salary Range: $1550-2000

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: mail@merri-mac.com

Website: www.merri-mac.com

  • Teach a discipline during the day
  • Live in a cabin and pour your life into girls for the summer
  • Outstanding Christian Staff

Camp Timberlake

Located: Black Mountain, North Carolina

Position Available: Counselor

Salary Range: $1550-2000

Type: Residential boys' summer camp

Contact: email@camptimberlake.com

Website: www.camptimberlake.com

  • Teach a discipline during the day
  • Live in a cabin and pour your life into guys for the summer
  • Outstanding Christian Staff

Camp Hollymont for Girls

Located: Asheville, North Carolina

Position Available: Camp Nurse

Salary Range:

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: 4info@hollymont.com

Website: www.hollymont.com

  • Seeking Registered Nurses
  • Two week sessions available
  • May bring daughter (age 6 - 15)

Keystone Camp

Located: Brevard, North Carolina

Position Available: Camp Counselors

Salary Range:

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: info@KeystoneCamp.com

Website: www.keystonecamp.com

  • JOB DESCRIPTION: Counselors are first and foremost role models for our campers by being their cabin counselor as well as activity instructor, teaching one of our 18 traditional camp activities during the 10-week program.
  • QUALIFICATIONS: Must be at least 19 or finished first year in college; must love being with children; must be energetic, caring, and a great role model for children.
  • BENEFITS: Competitive salary; room, board, and laundry included; live in a small, family oriented community; play with children in the outdoors all summer!

Camp Celo

Located: Burnsville, North Carolina

Position Available: Male Counselor

Salary Range: $1400-1900

Type: Residential coed summer camp

Contact: info@campcelo.com

Website: www.campcelo.com

  • Be part of a strong staff team
  • Work with small camper groups
  • Beautiful setting, vegetarian kitchen

Camp Celo

Located: Burnsville, North Carolina

Position Available: Female Counselor

Salary Range: $1400-1900

Type: Residential coed summer camp

Contact: info@campcelo.com

Website: www.campcelo.com

  • Be part of a strong staff team
  • Work with small camper groups
  • Beautiful setting, vegetarian kitchen

YMCA Camp McConnell

Located: Micanopy, Florida

Position Available: Camp Counselor

Salary Range: $160-200/week

Type: Residential coed summer camp

Contact: ymcacamp@bellsouth.net

Website: www.ymcasummercamp.com

  • Call for packet at (800) 232-9622

Riverview Camp for Girls

Located: Mentone, Alabama

Position Available: Camp Counselor

Salary Range: $1600-2000

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: info@riverviewcamp.com

Website: www.riverviewcamp.com

  • Meet girls from all over the world, trained or certified in an activity
  • Must have love and compassion for children, love for the out-of-doors
  • Enthusiastic Christian, college-age girls; positive role models

SuperCamp

Located: 9 locations in 6 states: California; Washington; Colorado; Illinois; Rhode Island; North Carolina

Position Available: Team Leader

Salary Range: $350 per camp plus room/board/training cost

Type: Residential coed summer camp

Contact: mmcdonald@qln.com

Website: www.SuperCamp.com

  • Team leaders must be 18 or older, willing to work long hours, high committed to others, and willing to work 4-8 weeks away from home.
  • This position includes being a mentor and role model to students. Team leaders are the catalysts for team building and personal growth at SuperCamp.
  • Team leaders lead activities, supervise students, facilitate team meetings, create camp spirit, and support logistics managers with logistical aspect of camp.

SuperCamp

Located: 9 locations in 6 states: California; Washington; Colorado; Illinois; Rhode Island; North Carolina

Position Available: Wellness Person

Salary Range: $600/camp plus room/board/travel/training costs

Type: Residential coed summer camp

Contact: mmcdonald@qln.com

Website: www.SuperCamp.com

  • The Preferred Wellness Person is a licensed nurse, paramedic, or EMT.
  • The Wellness Person must be responsible, caring, organized, and enjoy working with students.
  • The Wellness Person is responsible for the health maintenance and emergency care of both student and staff.

Valley View Ranch Equestrian Camp

Located: Cloudland (atop Lookout Mountain), Georgia

Position Available: Cabin Counselor

Salary Range: $150-250 per week

Type: Residential girls' equestrian camp

Contact: info@valleyviewranch.com

Website: www.valleyviewranch.com

  • 10 week summer program for girls. Experience with horses plus other activities.
  • Lead trail rides, plus live in cabin with 5-7 campers.
  • Room & board, staff training, on horse farm, must be 18+.

Camp Cheerio YMCA

Located: High Point, North Carolina

Position Available: Counselors / Trip Leaders

Salary Range: $165 - 215 per week

Type: Residential camp with separate girls' and coed sessions

Contact: director@campcheerio.org

Website: www.campcheerio.org

  • Beautiful Mountain Setting!
  • Free Room/Board & Laundry, too!
  • Looking for dedicated and enthusiastic staff to make a positive difference in the life of a child.

Camp Nakanawa

Located: Crossville, Tennessee

Position Available: Cabin & Activity Counselor

Salary Range: $1200 - $2500

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: campnak@frontiernet.net

Website: www.campnakanawa.com

  • 2 & 4 week sessions - 6 weeks total; staff training; 18+; Climbing Wall Certification Class
  • live in cabin with 6 to 8 campers and teach an activity; over 25 activities to choose from
  • 2 seperate camps;Junior 8-12, Int/Senior 13-17; private lake; 1,000 acres

Camp Chosatonga

Located: Brevard, North Carolina

Position Available: Staff

Salary Range: $1000 & up

Type: Residential boys' summer camp

Contact: office@kahdalea.com

Website: www.chosatonga.com

  • Traditional NC Mt. Camp with Christian ideals. An awesome place to work! Great location, great people and lifelong friendships develop!
  • Camp sessions are about 4 and 5 weeks so you have TIME with the same kids and staff! They don't change every week.
  • Brother-Sister Camps, a mile apart - in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina - land of great mountains, great rocks and great whitewater rivers! Super, super chapels, super activities. Lots of work, but lots and lots of fun! It's sooo wonderful!

Camp Kahdalea

Located: Brevard, North Carolina

Position Available: Staff

Salary Range: $1000 & up

Type: Residential girls' summer camp

Contact: office@kahdalea.com

Website: www.kahdalea.com

  • An awesome place to work! Great location, great people and lifelong friendships develop!
  • Camp sessions are about 4 and 5 weeks so you have TIME with the same kids and staff! They don't change every week.
  • Brother-Sister Camps, about a mile apart. Super chapels, super activities. Lots of work, but lots and lots of fun! It's sooo wonderful!

Raven Knob Scout Reservation

Located: Low Gap, North Carolina

Position Available: Merit Badge Instructor

Salary Range: $75-210/wk

Type: Residential boys' summer camp

Contact: staff@ravenknob.com

Website: www.ravenknob.com

  • Instruct one of 30 merit badges in instructional area to Boy Scouts, ages 13-17.
  • Opportunity to work with scouts from across the Eastern seaboard.
  • Great pay, training, and other exciting benefits!