Afternoon Summer Camp Counselor

Thank you for your interest in joining Belmont Charter Network! We’re excited that you’re considering a career with us. At Belmont, our mission is to provide each student with a high-quality education supported by services that meet the needs of the whole child. Our success starts with passionate, dedicated team members who believe in the power of education to create lasting change.

We’re always looking for talented individuals who are committed to equity, collaboration, and growth—both for themselves and the communities we serve. 

Belmont Charter Network is a family of 5 community schools centered on the central mission to promote the academic, social, and emotional well-being of each child. Our schools are supported by a non-profit partner to provide holistic services to the school, including out-of-school time, our social work project, and Head Start.  How do we do this?  We do it by ensuring our students have access to complete support both in and out of the classroom through a talented team of teachers, leaders, social workers, and partners.

We believe that schools and learning should be joyful!

You can find more about our core values and vision here.  We believe that education is the single biggest way we can disrupt the systemic racism that impacts Philadelphia and, by extension, our country.  We are a mission-centered organization that has grown since our founding over 20 years ago to be the organization that serves Philadelphia today.   Learn more about our partners who support this vision by creating a full scope of community support for our students and families.  Our approach is grounded in trauma-informed practice, which you can read more about here.

Your areas of knowledge and expertise:

• Demonstrated skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic, and ability backgrounds.
• Creative problem solving
• A commitment to being a lifelong learner, a commitment to refining your craft
• A knack for connecting with people across differences, including parents, colleagues, and students.

Position Summary:

We are looking for an experienced Afternoon Summer Camp Counselor who can keep children engaged and entertained, along with bringing a positive attitude! Planning, implementing, and actively participating in daily age-appropriate activities to ensure all children are provided an opportunity to learn are a must. In this position you will be responsible for planning and leading activities with students ages 5-11.  Activities include but aren’t limited to art, sports, reading, math, games, and life skills. We need you to communicate effectively with co-workers, administration, and parents to develop & maintain positive relationships that encourage collaboration.

Core Responsibilities: 

• Create project-based learning lesson plans that center around S.T.E.M. arts, movement/ physical education, and social-emotional learning (SEL) 
• Prepare and facilitate 45-minute-long activities with OST groups
• Actively supervise students during play and projects
• Monitor student attendance and conduct head counts as students dismiss
• Maintain rooms and materials
• Assisting the director and site coordinator with student arrival and dismissal, and late pick-up, when required
• Accompanying and guiding students hosted OST field trips and featured presentations
• Complete required child care professional development certifications

Skills and Abilities: 

• Strong written and communication skills;
• Displays initiative and ability to follow through;
• Detail-Oriented - you sweat the small stuff
• Enthusiasm for youth development
• Ability to work evenings until 6 PM

Dates/ Hours/ Location: 

• Inquiry Charter School, 1301 Belmont Ave 
• Must be available to work June 16th-August 1st (some flexibility if needed)
• Camp is open from 12:00-5:00 PM daily, and program leaders are expected to work a minimum of three 5-hour afternoon shifts Monday through Friday. 

Qualifications: 

Education and Experience: 

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to serve a diverse community
• Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check Clearance (Act 34)
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 151)
• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Record Check Clearance (Act 114)
• 5+ years of child care experience within a childcare facility or school-based program 
• Must have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent 

Additional Qualifications (not necessary but a plus):

• Certification or degree in early childhood education 
• Special enrichment certifications (teaching artist, educational, or vocational) 
• Current CPR certification 
• Mandated Reporter Certification 
• Basic computer, Internet, and social media skills
• Exceptional written communication and lesson planning skills
• Excellent communication skills, particularly with young children

Compensation: $22-$32/ hour based on responsibilities, bi-weekly pay

Thank you for taking the time to apply to Belmont Charter Network. We truly appreciate your interest and the effort you put into your application. Our team is committed to ensuring that every candidate receives communication and updates throughout the hiring process.

We value your time and interest, and we look forward to learning more about you as we continue our review process.