SUMMER CAMP Counselor

About LémanLéman Manhattan is the only independent school in Lower Manhattan serving students from 12 months through Grade 12, offering a rigorous International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme in one of the world’s most dynamic educational environments.Consistently ranked among New York’s top private schools by Niche (#29 K–12, #5 Arts, #3 Boarding, #3 Diversity), Léman is also NYC’s only boarding school and the first private school to achieve acceptances to all Ivy League institutions within its first decade of graduates.Our community represents over 130 countries, fostering a global perspective and inclusive culture. Blending distinguished tradition with cuttingedge innovation, Léman prepares students for the rapidly evolving college and career landscape—guided by our mission: “Each student, future prepared.”Main Purpose Of RoleThis role is part of Léman Manhattan’s vibrant, collaborative learning community, which delivers an engaging and academically rigorous program for all students.Each employee demonstrates a commitment to antibias and antiracism work and to fostering an inclusive learning community. As an international school with a global outlook, Léman Manhattan utilizes the International Baccalaureate Programme's philosophy to equip students with the knowledge and skills to become thoughtful, engaged leaders. As a school community, we are committed to promoting diversity, equity, belonging, and justice, and to holding ourselves accountable for addressing harm, repairing relationships, and continuing to learn together.Key Responsibilities(The primary tasks, functions and deliverables of the role)Attend precamp meetingsProvide ongoing supervision of campers under the direction of Head CounselorHelp supervise daily arrival and dismissal of your campers, including monitoring of authorized pick up listHelp create and maintain a positive group/classroom culture (ex: morning meetings & closing circles, fun lineup procedures, call & response cheers, cubby & wall décor, etc); keep classroom orderly and respect the spaces you are usingAccompany group to different activities and provide support as neededHelp ensure that group is following their schedule appropriately and is punctual to activitiesEnsure that all camp safety protocols are being followedHelp monitor dietary needs and other specific needs within your groupServe as a role model to the campers assigned to your group through your interactions with them and other staff, your language, general appearance and behaviorPerform other tasks to support the program as assigned by Director/Assistant Director under direction of Head CounselorQualificationsHigh School diploma required; some college preferredExperienceAt least 2 examples of experience working with children (includes babysitting, volunteer work, paid jobs, internships, etc)Experience working with the age group to which you are assignedPreferred that candidates have worked at and attended summer camp settings previously