Summer Camp Jobs
Looking for a part-time or full-time job this summer? Come join our team! Click on the button below to apply for a position with our Summer Camps programs.
Job Descriptions
Camp Counselor
Essential Job Functions (include but not limited to):
- General supervision of multiple children while facilitating program rules
- Support rotation leaders in activities
- Facilitate safe and efficient pool time and changing
- Manage lunch, snack, and sunscreen time
- Lead outdoor rotation and come up with group song/cheer
- Model positive behavior to campers through excitement and participation in daily activities
Qualifications:
- Current American Red Cross Standard First-Aid & CPR certification
- Prior experience working with children in recreational, educational, and/or large group settings
- Must be able to swim 50 yards non-stop and tread water for two minutes for all camps that include swimming
Rotation Leader
Essential Job Functions (include but not limited to):
- General supervision of multiple children while facilitating program rules
- Oversee Counselors at Rotations
- Work with Rec Assistant Coordinator to gather supplies
- Assist with regular, early, and late pick-ups as needed
Qualifications:
- Current American Red Cross Standard First-Aid & CPR certification
- Prior experience working with children in recreational, educational, and/or large group settings
Swim Instructor
Essential Job Functions (include but not limited to):
- Teach swimming lessons and water safety
- Plan and execute curriculum for water activities
- Supervise children and communicate with parents as related to swim lessons
- Maintain proper and safe use of the facility and equipment
Qualifications:
- Current American Red Cross Standard First-Aid & CPR certification
- Current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor and/or Lifeguard certification preferred
- Experience teaching swim lessons preferred
Tennis Instructor
Essential Job Functions (include but not limited to):
- Plan and teach curriculum for tennis activities
- Supervise children and communicate with the coordinator as related to archery lessons
- Maintain proper and safe use of the courts and equipment
Qualifications:
- Current American Red Cross Standard First-Aid & CPR certification
- Past experience teaching tennis lessons preferred
UCLA Marina Aquatic Youth Instructor
This position is for kayaking, sailing, rowing, surfing, and stand-up paddle boarding
Essential Job Functions (include but not limited to):
- Teach water and boating safety
- Plan and execute curriculum for water activities
- Supervise campers and communicate with parents as related to the program
- Maintain proper and safe use of the facility and equipment
Qualifications:
- Current American Red Cross Standard First-Aid & Adult CPR certification
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Experience in sailing, surfing, windsurfing, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding and/or rowing preferred, but not required
- Prior teaching experience preferred
*If you are applying for a position as a UCLA Marina Aquatic Youth Instructor, please also send your application to macyouthcoordinator@recreation.ucla.edu
Outdoor Adventures Facilitator
This position is for Team Building, the Challenge Course, and the Rock Wall.
Essential Job Functions (include but not limited to):
- Lead team building activities including games, low ropes activities, and high ropes climbing elements
- Supervise bouldering in the rock wall
- Belay campers on high ropes
- Pre-use inspection of equipment and element setup/takedown
Qualifications:
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Current American Red Cross Standard First-Aid & CPR certification
- Prior teaching and/or climbing experience is helpful but not required
*If you are applying for a position as an Outdoor Adventures Facilitator, please also send your application to Michelle Perrault at mperrault@recreation.ucla.edu