Description: The Wheeler School Summer Programs offers families a full summer of Camp programs for children ages 3 -15. Wheeler Summer’s philosophy is about giving campers an opportunity to be active in an outdoor environment, explore new things, have fun, build confidence, and make long lasting friendships! Wheeler Summer Camp programs, for children ages 3 to 15, feature a busy day full of fun camp activities for campers grouped by age. Campers who are curious to explore have a choice of our two week long Specialty Camps in athletics, arts, and enrichment directed by highly qualified organizations and our wonderful Wheeler faculty. Our Specialty Camps are full-day programs that include a half-day of Specialty Camp and half-day of Traditional Camp. Swim lessons take place each day for campers in both programs.

Qualifications: A minimum of 2 year’s relevant work experience with camp age children is required. All staff must be a minimum of 18 years old by June 1st and have graduated High School. All candidates who fit this criteria should apply however special consideration will be given to those candidates possessing or working toward a degree in Elementary Education or Early Childhood Development. The qualified candidate must be physically able to participate in activities with the campers with or without reasonable accommodation and be able to make informed and sound judgments, particularly with regard to safety, under a variety of circumstances. Must possess excellent communication skills, be resourceful, and be capable of working with minimal supervision. Must, at all times, demonstrate a high degree of professionalism when working with and around children and adults.

Please Note: All Camp Staff are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID 19.

Camp Details:
● June 13th – August 26th camp season and attend staff training (Saturday, June 4 from 8:30-4pm; Monday, June 6 from 5-8:30pm; Tuesday from June 7 5-8:30pm; Thursday, June 9 from 1-4pm and 4-8pm)
● General Camp Hours: 8:15am-4:15pm. Some camp staff are required to come earlier or stay later depending on their role.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
● Supporting the mission, philosophy, and core values of Wheeler School and Wheeler Summer
● Planning, organizing and providing age-appropriate activities for campers
● Actively engaging and interacting with all campers
● Assuring the safety of the campers at all times
● Actively building and maintaining positive relationships with camp families
● Supporting program specialists and specialty teachers
● Participating in and contributing to training and staff meetings
● Recommending ideas for improvement to the camp administration

Summer compensation to be determined based on experience and education. Interested candidates should send cover letter, resume, and list of three references via email with the subject line “Summer Camp Counselor” to summercamp@wheelerschool.org

The Wheeler School is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or disability, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law.