This role is specifically searching for candidates who want to lead a class of up to 13 3-4 year olds for 7 weeks of Summer Camp.
Are you looking for a stimulating summer work opportunity that allows you to be part of an amazing program and enjoy a beautiful, forested campus? Being a Little School Summer Camp Counselor is the right position for you!
Location: The Little School 2812 116th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA 98004
Mandatory Training: Wednesday, June 17th & Thursday, June 18th—8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
If you cannot attend these training days, this needs to be communicated as soon as possible.
Camp Dates and Hours: June 22nd - August 7th | Work hours: 7:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Must be available for Full shift from 7:30 a.m. -3:00 p.m.. | No camp on Friday, July 3rd
Camp Information: Our summer program is looking for camp counselors to join our eight weeks of themed, fun, and interactive programming! Campers range in age from 3 to 11 and are divided into four age groups: 3–4-year-olds, 5–6-year-olds, 7–9-year-olds, and 10–11-year-olds. This job post is specifically for our 3-4 year-olds.
We seek candidates who will help campers explore our amazing campus, organize games, cook with students, create crafting projects, and implement weekly themes. Candidates should be flexible, think on their feet, and have a “go with the flow” mentality.
Camp Counselor Roles:
- Lead Counselor (Full-time): A Lead Counselor must have a high-school diploma and experience working with kids. Ideally, this candidate is also seeking a higher degree related to early childhood education.
Responsibilities:
- Supervise and ensure the safety of all campers.
- Greet campers and assist with arrival and dismissal procedures.
- Serve as the leader for one cohort of campers.
- Assist in planning, preparing, and implementing daily activities and lessons.
- Maintain a healthy, fun, and structured classroom environment.
- Keep camp classrooms and the school playground tidy and organized.
- Serve as a role model for campers.
- Foster a fun, creative, and open-minded environment for learning, friendship, and risk-taking within your summer camp group.
Successful Candidates:
- Possess a Food Handlers Permit and First Aid/CPR certification, or a willingness to obtain these documents.
- Engage in our journey to educate ourselves and embrace issues of diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racist work.
- Love working with children.
- Have prior experience working with preschool and/or elementary school students.
- Desire to learn about, reflect upon, and support a dynamic learning environment.
- Understand how systematic and institutional barriers affect students' learning experiences and outcomes.
- Show sensitivity to issues of bias, racism, prejudice, and stereotyping.
- Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to meet the needs of the children and program.
- Maintain confidential information.
- Communicate well with all levels of faculty and staff.
- Communicate well with students and their parents.
- Collaborate with colleagues, accept feedback, and conduct oneself professionally.
- Have a positive attitude and sense of humor.
Compensation and Benefits: This is an hourly position for the 2026 summer term. The hourly rate is $22.
To Apply: Please submit a resume and cover letter, with 2-3 professional or personal references, to the Director of Auxiliary Programs at [email protected]. The subject of the email should read "Applying for Summer Camp TLS Counselor." OR submit your application materials through Indeed.
Our Mission: The Little School cultivates authentic learning in the community and the natural world, amplifying curiosity and expanding a sense of self, belonging, and possibility.
Our Vision: We foster vibrant understanding and promote action that forwards sustainability, justice, and joy.
Our Values:
- Demonstrate a deep respect for childhood.
- Wonder, learn, and reflect for continuous growth.
- Celebrate creativity, innovation, kindness, and curiosity.
- Honor identity, foster belonging, and promote justice.
- Steward the environment and engage with nature.
- Cultivate and embrace joy.
Non-discrimination Statement:
The Little School does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity or family composition in the administration of its admissions, financial aid, hiring or any other school-administered programs.
Pay: $22.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
