Floating Camp Counselor/Group Leader

Job Description

Job Description

Everwood Day Camp is looking for Floating Counselors-the camp superheroes who can jump into any group, any age, any activity, any day. Think of this role as a substitute teacher + hype leader, who can connect with our youngest campers (4 years old) to campers in our Teen Leadership Program (entering 10th graders). Floating counselors are confident, flexible, and full of energy. You will step into a group with 1 or 2 other counselors and help navigate campers throughout their camp day! Come spend a summer where no two days are alike, and you may even get the chance to play Tug of War in 500 pounds of Jell-O, race across our lake in a cardboard boat, or throw a dance party at 9am. Enter a dream world of 70 acres of woods, fields, cabins, and a beautiful lake! Come join our vibrant and diverse team of leaders for an unforgettable summer!

This role runs through our 9 week summer program, from June 22nd to August 21st. Paid Staff training on June 2nd, 7th, and 13th is also required. Regular Camp hours are 8:30am-4:15pm, Monday to Friday.

DATES, HOURS, AND PAY

8:30am to 4:00pm (this includes a 30-minute break per day)
June 22nd to Aug 21st (9 wks, preferred) or Aug 14th (8 wks) and hours are guaranteed.
Monday to Friday each week except for July 3rd when we are closed.
Salary range is $3150-4050 and up for 9 weeks of work.
Paid Staff Training (additional $200 total) Tuesday June 2nd 4:30-9pm, Sunday June 7th 9am-4:30pm, and Saturday June 13th 10:30am-5pm. All training will have meals provided.
Extra income can be made (up to $1320), working as a Bus Counselor or Extended Day staff.

LOCATION

Sharon, Massachusetts - but with free bus transportation from all over MA! (Boston, Brookline, Somerville, Newton, Milton, Needham, Wellesley, Franklin, Walpole, and more!)
Housing is not included.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Everwood Day Camp is an outdoor focused summer camp featuring many physically demanding activities on land and water. Staff members are regularly required to walk, hike and otherwise move in woods, fields, beaches, and lakes. To perform the job, each staff member of Everwood Day Camp must be physically able to travel around a large rural environment (fields, woods, beach, etc.) over uneven ground on a regular basis. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer!

ESSENTIAL

High-energy, positive, and kid-focused personality
Excellent communication skills with children and adults
Must at least have completed 10th grade by June 2026
Ability to swim comfortably in a lake and/or pool everyday

PREFERRED

Experience babysitting, coaching, mentoring, or teaching children
Summer camp experience (either Day or Overnight Camp)

ABOUT EVERWOOD DAY CAMP

At Everwood Day Camp, campers and staff grow together through unforgettable summers on 70 beautiful acres by Lake Massapoag. Campers explore sports, arts, adventure, and waterfront fun, while staff gain real leadership experience, build lifelong friendships, and make a lasting impact. It's a place where everyone learns, plays, and creates memories that last a lifetime. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and affirming community for all members of our staff. As part of this commitment we offer affinity lunches throughout the summer, creating space for connection, support, and shared experiences.

Welcome to ATX Learning

Everwood Day Camp is the perfect place for educators or anyone on an education career path! We are the day camp that looks and feels like a classic New England Sleepaway camp, on a beautiful 350 acre lake and 70 acres of woods, fields and cabins. Our diverse and dynamic team are provided with training and ongoing support throughout the summer, with industry leading staff-to-camper ratios. Joining our community will give you hands-on experience, personal and professional growth!