Summer Camp Counselor / After Care Leader
We are looking for responsible, outgoing, and fun outdoor educators who love the natural world, enjoy working with children, and care about their development. Camp Counselors are outdoor enthusiasts who understand outdoor risks, hazards, and preparedness. They are team players who can demonstrate excellent judgment and flexibility.
As a Summer Camp Counselor, you will
- Co-lead a new group of campers each week, building a close-knit community.
- Be in charge of the health and well-being of your group every day.
- Help your campers build confidence and inspire personal growth.
- Help them learn to communicate clearly and solve problems independently and as a team.
- Model respectful behavior toward people, property, and the natural world.
- Facilitate epic outdoor adventures.
- Participate in weekly staff meetings, helping to create a supportive, cohesive environment where all staff can learn and grow together.
Ideal candidates should meet the following criteria:
- Experienced outdoors person with knowledge of hazards, preparedness & safety, or willingness to learn
- Experience (and love for) working with children (Ages 5-10)
- Have excellent group management skills
- Ability to maintain a high energy level and positive attitude
- Have strong communication and organization skills
- Be a team player, able to implement camp curriculum alone or with others
- Excellent problem-solving skills, flexibility, and willingness to take initiative
- Clean driving record, able to drive a 15-passenger van (optional, only for candidates 21 and older)
- Excellent judgment and concern for the safety of children
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be 18 years or older
- Current Wilderness First Aid/CPR Training or Willingness to get ASAP
- Able to pass a background check
We have approximately 3-5 weeks of full time work (40 hours/week, M-F, 8-4) and 6-8 weeks of part-time work, leading our After Care program from 3:30-5:30 Monday-Friday.
To Apply: Complete Job Application on our website: www.mountainkidsnm.org or at link below:
or Email Resume and Cover Letter
We are looking for responsible, outgoing, and fun outdoor educators who love the natural world, enjoy working with children, and care about their development. Camp Counselors are outdoor enthusiasts who understand outdoor risks, hazards, and preparedness. They are team players who can demonstrate excellent judgment and flexibility.
As a Summer Camp Counselor, you will
- Co-lead a new group of campers each week, building a close-knit community.
- Be in charge of the health and well-being of your group every day.
- Help your campers build confidence and inspire personal growth.
- Help them learn to communicate clearly and solve problems independently and as a team.
- Model respectful behavior toward people, property, and the natural world.
- Facilitate epic outdoor adventures.
- Participate in weekly staff meetings, helping to create a supportive, cohesive environment where all staff can learn and grow together.
Ideal candidates should meet the following criteria:
- Experienced outdoors person with knowledge of hazards, preparedness & safety, or willingness to learn
- Experience (and love for) working with children (Ages 5-10)
- Have excellent group management skills
- Ability to maintain a high energy level and positive attitude
- Have strong communication and organization skills
- Be a team player, able to implement camp curriculum alone or with others
- Excellent problem-solving skills, flexibility, and willingness to take initiative
- Clean driving record, able to drive a 15-passenger van (optional, only for candidates 21 and older)
- Excellent judgment and concern for the safety of children
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be 18 years or older
- Current Wilderness First Aid/CPR Training or Willingness to get ASAP
- Able to pass a background check
We have approximately 3-5 weeks of full time work (40 hours/week, M-F, 8-4) and 6-8 weeks of part-time work, leading our After Care program from 3:30-5:30 Monday-Friday.
To Apply: Complete Job Application on our website: www.mountainkidsnm.org or at link below:
or Email Resume and Cover Letter
Job ID: 523256780
Originally Posted on: 6/1/2026
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