Summer Camp Jobs

Manage camper health and medical records while supporting day-to-day camp leadership.

Dates

July 6 – Aug 14, 2027

Pay

$950–$1,050/week

Minimum age

21+

Experience

Health and youth-program leadership experience

Certifications

Professional-level First Aid, CPR & AED (approved agency)

Direct the daily camp experience, staff and camper safety at the Bethesda day camp.

Dates

June 14 – Aug 14, 2027

Pay

$1,150–$1,250/week

Minimum age

25+

Experience

Camp leadership experience

Certifications

First Aid & CPR

Camp Geneva on Lake Michigan is hiring Day Camp Counselors to lead Bible study, games, and swim time for elementary-age campers each summer. Teachers who enjoy structured daily lesson-style leadership with young children will feel right at home running Geneva's day program.

Dates

Orientation & Training June 1-13, 2027; Summer Camp June 14 - August 20, 2027

Pay

$375/week first-year staff (2026 reference rate; 2027 rates coming soon)

Minimum age

18+

Experience

One year out of high school with previous experience working with children

Join the Kentucky 4-H Camping team for a summer of fun and educational programming at one of four residential camps. Staff will provide exceptional service and engaging activities for thousands of campers across the state.

Dates

mid-May – early August, 2027

Pay

$1,700–$2,800 per month

Minimum age

18+

Experience

High school diploma or GED required. College experience and experience in the specific role are preferred.

Certifications

Lifeguard certification required for aquatics or Camp Program Educator roles.

Support the site director with scheduling, daily operations, counselor coaching and behavioral support for campers.

Dates

June 14 – Aug 13, 2027

Pay

$1,175–$1,225/week

Experience

2 years of camp leadership, education, recreation or youth development experience

Certifications

First Aid & CPR

Coach counselors, build team culture and help campers needing emotional or behavioral support.

Dates

June 14 – Aug 13, 2027

Pay

$1,175–$1,225/week

Experience

2 years of camp leadership, education, recreation or youth development experience

Certifications

First Aid & CPR

Develop an engaged camp team, mentor counselors and support daily programming at the Haverford campus.

Dates

June 14 – Aug 20, 2027

Pay

$1,050–$1,150/week

Experience

2 years of camp leadership, education, recreation or youth development experience

Certifications

First Aid & CPR

Coordinate camp logistics, guide counselors and support campers through transitions and behavior challenges.

Dates

June 14 – Aug 20, 2027

Pay

$1,050–$1,150/week

Experience

2 years of camp leadership, education, recreation or youth development experience

Certifications

First Aid & CPR

Support various camp activity areas and provide lifeguard expertise on the waterfront.

Dates

June 14, 2026 – August 16, 2026

Pay

$3,100 Annually

Minimum age

18+

Experience

Interest in environmental education and youth development

Certifications

Lifeguard (course offered by Chewonki)

The Nature Place Day Camp in Rockland County, NY is hiring Camp Counselors for Summer 2027 with published base pay and bonus structures. Teachers with outdoor or classroom experience can earn added compensation under the camp's published experience-based pay scale.

Dates

Staff Orientation June 28 - July 2, 2027; camp season July 6 - August 13, 2027

Pay

$1,300 base salary, plus experience and position-based bonuses

Minimum age

17+

Certifications

Join a nearly 250-person summer team at a long-running Colorado Rockies camp now hiring for 2027. Teachers who want a full outdoor summer with housing and meals included should take a look.

Dates

June 5 – August 14, 2027 (most staff)

Pay

Base salary varies by position (weekly or hourly)

Experience

Three references requested, preferably including professional references

Certifications

Certifications vary by position; First Aid and CPR highly recommended before arrival

Spend an 11–12 week summer leading campers in Idaho's Sawtooth Mountains at a Lutheran camp. Teachers will appreciate the mix of traveling day camp and traditional overnight camp.

Dates

~June 1 – ~August 9, 2027

Pay

~$330/week

Certifications

CPR/AED and First Aid training provided

Counselors lead hands-on science activities and animal encounters for aquarium summer camps.

Dates

June 2026 - August 2026

Pay

$16.50 an hour

Minimum age

18+

Experience

2 years of camp or childcare experience preferred

Certifications

CPR and First Aid certification required

Live in a cabin and lead activity areas at a rugged Vermont camp.

Dates

June 6 to August 13, 2026

Pay

$2,550 + Room & Board

Minimum age

18+

Experience

Energy and heart for making memories for campers

Teach hands-on skills like nature study, STEM and handicraft to Scouts in Colorado. Open from age 16, it suits high school students and teachers-in-training alike.

Dates

Between May 22 and August 1, 2027 (varies by contract)

Pay

Weekly salary (see 2027 pay scale)

Minimum age

16+

Camp Mishawaka on Lake Pokegama is hiring General Counselors for its 2027 season, which draws return staff who have averaged seven years at camp, including veteran teachers. Educators who want a traditional lakeside camp with a close staff community and a strong camper-to-staff ratio will find the role a comfortable match.

Dates

May 30 - August 6, 2027

Pay

Salary based on experience, qualifications, and position, plus travel stipend

Certifications

Red Cross Lifeguard or WSI certification helpful but not required

Camp OTX in the Texas Hill Country is recruiting its full Team OTX 2027 staff across five two-week and eight one-week sessions of faith-based camp programming. Teachers looking for a structured, multi-session summer role with built-in training and bonuses will find this a natural seasonal fit.

Dates

Orientation May 20–29; Sessions run May 29–Aug 13, 2027

Pay

Room and board (valued at $500/session); pay varies by sessions worked

Join BBYO as a Madrich/a (counselor) and mentor Jewish teens in leadership and identity exploration at a vibrant summer camp. This role is ideal for building valuable skills in program planning, group facilitation, and youth mentorship.

Dates

June 2 – August 12, 2027 (multiple session options)

Pay

$1,505–$2,236 per summer

Experience

BBYO alumni experience

Join Sanborn Western Camps as a ridge leader, supporting its residential summer programs near Florissant, Colorado.

Dates

May 26 – Aug 10, 2027

Pay

$3,950–$4,500/season

Live with younger campers and teach outdoor activities as a residential Sanborn Junior Camp counselor.

Dates

May 26 – Aug 10, 2027

Pay

$3,850–$3,950/season

Assist with cabin life, supervision and activities at a residential Colorado summer camp.

Dates

May 26 – Aug 10, 2027

Pay

$3,850–$3,950/season

Mentor campers, lead activities and share cabin responsibilities at a Colorado residential camp.

Dates

May 26 – Aug 10, 2027

Pay

$3,850–$3,950/season

Camp Fire Minnesota is opening 2027 summer applications soon for on-site counselors who lead outdoor adventure and youth-development programming. Teachers drawn to pay equity, structured training, and youth mentorship will appreciate Camp Fire's emphasis on above-average camp wages and comprehensive staff preparation.

Season

Summer 2027

Pay

Camp Fire Minnesota states it pays double the national median for resident camp staff

Help plan and deliver the archery program in ways that are safe, fun and appropriate to campers’ ages and abilities, while living in a cabin of girls..

Season

Summer 2027

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience

Minimum age

18+