Extended Day; PMX Camp Counselor - MD

Extended Day (PMX) Camp Counselor - MD:

Join to apply for the Extended Day (PMX) Camp Counselor - MD:  role at Headfirst Summer Camps.

At Headfirst, we design fun, intentional, and transformational camp experiences where every camper feels seen, known, and celebrated. Growth doesn’t happen by accident—it happens by design.

Extended Day (PMX) Camp Counselor will lead campers in pre‑written curriculum as our campers try new things and experience camp through the power of play. We provide the training, curriculum & daily schedules with all equipment.

• Camper ages 3-12 years old
• Activities include arts and crafts, storytime, sports and games, playground
• Schedule In‑season (late June through mid Aug) 10 am – 6 pm Mon‑Fri;
  Pre‑season (May & early June) select weekends for training & site preparation
• Compensation $11 – $15.65 per hour

• Bring Camp to Life
  • Lead a group of 12‑16 campers with a co‑counselor through a planned schedule
  • Teach pre‑written curriculum and engage campers during break times
  • Implement Headfirst’s safety protocols on supervision, bathrooms, emergency medications, and camper behavior management
  • Lead arts and crafts, storytime, sports and games, playground, bathroom breaks, transitions, and snack
• Nurture Physical, Social & Emotional Safety
  • Work directly with campers to support them in their emotional, physical, and social development through hands‑on and developmentally appropriate activities
• Represent Headfirst for Families & Facility Partners
  • Represent the Headfirst brand daily to families and school facility partners throughout the summer by being enthusiastic, helpful, hands‑on, and in uniform
  • Actively participate in our efforts to take care of our camp facility and community
• Be an Active Member of the Camp Team
  • Arrive on time, communicate schedule changes promptly, be a loyal and consistent team member who shows up for the campers and your team
  • Be flexible with your assignment and open to supporting other programs on site
• Handle the Curveballs
  • Practice resiliency and arrive with a “How Can I Help?” mentality that puts camper experience and team success at the forefront through problem solving and trying new things

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Must be able to
  • Work around small children including sitting, standing, running, and climbing stairs for the full day.
  • Work in hot and outdoor environments while actively supervising campers and participating in dynamic activities for extended periods of time.
  • Lift and carry up to 30 pounds occasionally.
  • Committed to adhering to the Cell‑Phone Free policy, powering down and putting away cell phones in a locked pouch for the duration of your shift.

Headfirst Summer Camps is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusivity across our Headfirst community, and we strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented groups and those who might need reasonable accommodation to apply.

Headfirst delivers thoughtfully designed, high‑quality summer and youth experiences built to elevate potential and exceed expectations. For over 25 years, we’ve partnered with families, schools, and organizations to create environments where kids feel supported, challenged, and confident trying new things.