Summer Camp Group Leader

Background

Presbyterian School is an independent, PK3‑8th grade school located in the heart of the vibrant museum district in Houston, TX. Our mission is essential and counter‑cultural: “Family, School, and Church United in the Education and Support of Each Child.” The Schools program and faculty embrace both our unique location and powerful partnership as a compelling opportunity to elevate learning and instill confidence in every child.

Progressive strategic thinking along with creative marketing strategies are guiding the School into the position of strength while facilitating the exploration of one’s curiosity in a competitive educational marketplace.

Job Title: Summer Camp Counselor
Department: Auxiliary Programs
Position Status: Temporary, Full Time
Anticipated Dates: starting week of May 26th, 2025 and ending June 27th, 2025
FLSA Status: Hourly, Non‑exempt
Reports To: Director of Auxiliary Programs
Travel Requirements: Group Level Field Trips
Date Updated: January 13, 2025

The Summer Camp Counselor supports Presbyterian School’s Summer Camp program (grades PK4 – 6th), including the implementation of camp programs and student supervision. The Summer Camp Counselor is encouraged to discuss with leadership opportunities for professional and social involvement with school and student activities.

• Plans, evaluates and revises course curricula, content, materials and methods of instruction for assigned camp, in an engaging classroom that encourages learning, creativity, critical thinking and problem solving.
• Supervises and instructs children in Summer Camp activities, including but not limited to participating and assisting Summer Camp Group Counselors with execution of camp programs, administering snacks, accompanying outdoor activities, playing games, assisting with arts and crafts, and other programmed activities.
• Assists in set‑up and take‑down of equipment as needed to accommodate Panther Camp programs.
• Collaborates with other Camp Group Leaders & Camp Counselors on cross‑divisional or cross‑curricular projects.
• Provides supervision and instruction coverage for Summer Camp programs, including attending off‑campus field trips.
• Assists with student behavior and reconciliation as required.
• Provides first aid assistance to students and reports illnesses.
• Performs various other duties as assigned by leadership.
• Embraces and embodies the unique and essential Mission of the School, demonstrating an understanding of the distinct principles of the school that reside at the heart of our mission statement “Family, School and Church united in the Support and Education of Each Child.”

• 6 months to a year professional experience, preferred.
• High School degree or GED required.
• Teaching experience preferred.
• A passion for working with Early Childhood, Lower School and Middle School aged children and an understanding of the unique ways that they learn and develop.
• Ability to make members of the community including students, families and program providers feel safe, secure and well‑cared‑for while never compromising high standards and meaningful accountability.
• Possesses computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Gmail, Google Drive, Shared Docs and Sheets or Microsoft equivalent.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to interact with a professional demeanor with staff, general public, and school personnel.
• Effective prioritization and time management skills.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines under pressure.

Change of tasks, performing multiple tasks simultaneously, working with others as part of a team, and irregular schedule may be required at times.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; use hands to…