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Camp Nova-Senior Counselor

Job in Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, Florida, 33336, USA
Listing for: Nova Southeastern University
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-06
Job specializations:
  • Child Care/Nanny
    Child Development/Support, Summer Seasonal, Childcare Director/Daycare Manager
  • Education / Teaching
    Child Development/Support, Summer Seasonal, Childcare Director/Daycare Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Primary Purpose

To lead campers through daily activities while ensuring their safety and abiding by all rules set forth by camp directors.

Job Category

Non-Exempt

Hiring Range

Commensurate with experience.

Pay Basis

Hourly

Subject to Grant Funding?

No

Essential Job Functions
  • Ability to supervise a group of 20‑25 school age children.
  • Ability to supervise and train junior counselors and counselors in training. Help ensure positive staff morale by monitoring, guiding, and leading by example; and sustaining a positive attitude.
  • Desire and ability to work with children both indoors and outdoors. Willingness to lead and participate in all camp activities with designated campers.
  • Ability to design daily activities (lesson plans) for designated periods throughout camp season.
  • Design and organize rainy day camp curriculum.
  • Oversee all activities with enthusiasm and demonstrate patience with campers and other staff.
  • Inform Director of any camper and/or staff problems or concerns.
  • Be knowledgeable about camper's health conditions and dietary restrictions.
  • Ability to assist campers who may need extra time acclimating to camp.
  • Ensure that all campers are actively participating in full camp experience.
  • Enforce camp safety rules and regulations.
  • Assist campers in carpool, both before and after camp.
  • Willing and comfortable with being in the pool and/or swimming with campers on a daily basis.
  • Job Requirements

    Must be able to work all Summer:
    May 19‑August 8, 2026.

    Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
  • Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and supervisory staffs at all levels.
  • Ability to provide leadership in developing and maintaining camp services.
  • Required Certifications/Licenses

    Successful completion of the FDLE Background Screening.

    Required Education

    High School Diploma or Equivalent.

    Required Experience

    Completed two years of college or two years experience working in a camp and/or school setting.

    Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree in education or a related field.
  • Current CPR and First Aid Certifications.
  • Is this a safety sensitive position?

    No

    Background Screening Required?

    Yes

    Pre-Employment Conditions

    Background/Fingerprint.

    Sensitivity Disclaimer

    Nova Southwestern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.

    NSU considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.

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    Position Requirements
    10+ Years work experience
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