Summer Camp Activity Counselor NYC

$1,100 - $1,297 per month

YES

New York, NY

Job Description
Location and Dates:

St. John's University (Queens Campus) - Housing available if desired

Camp runs from June 15 - August 16, 2026
Currently only 2, 3, and 4-week contracts are available from July 20-August 16th.

Job Description

You will oversee international students during on-campus activities, as well as lead and supervise students during off-campus excursions. We are looking for both residential staff who will live on-campus, as well as staff who can reliably commute.

Your key tasks will consist of, but not be limited to:

Student Supervision:

Act in loco parentis to ensure and maintain student discipline, welfare, safety, and security at all times.
Ensure that students adhere to the YES USA Student Code of Conduct.
Inform management immediately of any issues

Off-Campus Excursions

Attend and actively participate in all staff meetings and professional development workshops when arranged.
Prepare for off-site excursions (study and memorize cultural and historical information, check and study directions to excursion sites, etc.).
Provide information and share stories with students/chaperones about cultural and historical places visited in a fun and engaging way.
Actively supervise, interact with, and entertain students and chaperones to ensure their satisfaction.
Follow the itinerary but be ready to think on your feet and successfully manage emerging situations.
Provide receipts from excursion vendors or cafes/restaurants after each excursion, if applicable.
Assist at any time, whether on duty or not, with emergencies.
Manage any problems or incidents and report them to the management team.

On-Campus Activities

Lead on-campus activities, such as music night, volleyball, etc.
Assist in coordinating on-campus food activity deliveries, including tasks such as picking up food, setting up a dining area, facilitating food distribution, and cleaning up the dining area.

Session Opening and Closing Responsibilities

Contribute to the preparation for student arrival by participating in tasks such as room inspections, assembling welcome packets, facilitating new student orientation, and conducting campus tours, among other responsibilities.
Meet and greet students at the airport and accompany them to the campus via private shuttle or taxi.
Provide support during new student check-ins.
Assist with end-of-course ceremonies.
Assist with room inspections during student check-outs and coordinate their airport transfers for a seamless departure experience.

Residential/Administrative/Miscellaneous:

Ensure punctuality for all excursions and scheduled activities
Attend and actively participate in all staff meetings and professional development workshops when applicable.

Requirements

Must be currently enrolled in a university program (actively attending) or have completed a Bachelor's degree.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Qualities

An ideal candidate possesses the following qualities:

Establishes strong rapport with teenagers through effective communication
Displays a fun and outgoing personality to foster an engaging environment
Exhibits genuine interest in other cultures and willingly shares personal experiences
Demonstrates a sense of responsibility and authority when dealing with students
Possesses a proactive approach to researching and learning about the city's attractions to share with students
Ability to guide students around the city independently.
A good sense of direction and a strong knowledge of the city, including the public transportation system.
Adapts well to change, showing flexibility in various situations
Commits to working extended hours, including weekends and holidays, to ensure program success.

Application Procedure

Prior to offering a job to selected candidates, YES USA will:

Complete a reference check (names and contact details of three references are required).
Run a background check.

Upon signing a job offer, successful candidates will be required to:

Submit a copy of theirdiploma(s) or transcripts along with other new hire paperwork.

Available Employee Benefits

Two days off per week.
On-campus housing in a shared dorm (residential staff).

Hours

Excursions on non-study days could begin as early as 10:30am and end at 10:30pm.
Excursions on study days could begin as early as 1:30pm and end at 10:30pm.
All activity counselors lead 10 days of excursions and work 99 hours in 2 weeks

Compensation

Residential Salary - $1,100 - $1,297 for two weeks
Commuter Salary - $1,683 for two weeks

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