Trailblazer Camp Assistant Counselor

Seeking Seasonal Staff for Friends' Central Summer Programs

Friends' Central School is excited to offer a dynamic summer camp experience for campers aged 7-12 at our Trailblazer Camp at our City Ave campus in Wynnewood, PA. The camp runs from June 22nd to August 7th, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 3:20 PM. Please note that there will be no camp on July 3rd. We require a 6-week commitment of work and strongly prefer the full 7 weeks.

Trailblazer Camp is renowned for its welcoming and friendly atmosphere, where positive relationships between children and camp staff are at the heart of the experience. Our summer programs emphasize core values such as fair play, respect for each individual, and teamwork, ensuring a nurturing environment where campers can grow, learn, and have fun.

Essential Job Functions:
This position involves various responsibilities, including, but not limited to, providing leadership, participating in all camp activities, and ensuring the safety, growth, and skill development of the campers in your group. Ideal candidates will be motivated, hardworking, flexible, eager to learn, proactive, and have a good sense of humor.

If you have questions or would like to schedule an interview, please email Kristi Kallam, Director of Trailblazer Camp, at [email protected].

Responsibilities:

• Assist with camper drop-off and pick-up each day
• Help plan and participate in activities during bunk time and themed days
• Collaborate with the head counselor to implement daily activities and plans
• Ensure a safe and positive environment for all campers while modeling appropriate behavior and language
• Participate in lunch oversight and locker room supervision
• Support bunk and special counselors with setting up, maintaining, and cleaning the classroom and/or field spaces at the beginning and end of each camp block or day
• Actively engage in and participate in all camp activities, including the Pathfinder program
• Participate in additional camp duties as needed

Qualifications:

• Applicants for assistant counselors must be 18 years or older by June 22, 2026
• Experience working with children (e.g., babysitting, coaching, mentoring) is a plus
• Prior camp experience is preferred but not required