Assistant Counselor - Summer Camp

Summer Camp Assistant Counselor Bank Street School for Children (BSC) - Children's Programs Start Date: June 17, 2026 Role: Summer Camp Assistant Counselor

• Schedule: June 17, 2026 - July 31, 2026

Days: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM- 4:00 PM ; may be asked to come in on one Saturday Session: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM; unpaid daily 30 minute lunch break Pay Rates: $16-$19 per hour Overview Bank Street Summer Camp uses educational professionals and recreational learning to create developmentally focused programs and experiences that are open to any children entering pre-kindergarten through eighth grade (ages 4 to 13). Each day, campers will participate in specialized activities that explore a range of topics, such as Spanish, theater, or STEAM, led by education professionals. Campers will also swim twice a week and go on weekly field trips. The camp day runs from 8:30 AM – 3:15 PM.

As part of Children’s Programs at Bank Street, each camp group is located in its own air-conditioned classroom complete with a variety of developmentally appropriate materials. Campers use the outdoor deck and roof as well as the nearby fields and playgrounds located just half a block away in Riverside Park.

Job Summary:

• Assistant counselors (AC) are responsible for supporting the Head Counselor with planning daily curriculum, supervising daily activities, and facilitating group management. AC’s will help support campers’ social and emotional development by modeling positive behavior and encouraging teamwork and respect. AC’s will maintain active supervision during all activities, transitions, and outdoor play. The Assistant Counselor is responsible for communicating with the Head Counselor regarding any camper incidents or conflicts. The Assistant counselor also assumes a leadership role in the absence of the Head counselor.

Camp will run from June 22-July 31, 2026. Orientation will be held on the following dates and times:

Wednesday, June 17 (3:00-5:00 PM) Thursday, June 18 (10:00 AM- 3:00 PM) Saturday, June 20 Classroom Set-up Day (9:00 AM-4:00 PM) Camp staff hours are 8:00 AM- 4:00 PM each day, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break daily. There may be an option to work at After Camp until 6:00 PM.

Responsibilities:

• Support supervision for up to 20 campers; may be alone with a group of campers inside or outside the building.
• Participate in daily before and after camp check-ins with their counselor team.
• Maintains supervision of group dynamics and mediates conflicts between campers.

Respond appropriately to minor conflicts, behavioral challenges, and camper needs.

• Assist with planning daily activities and curriculum.
• Assist with setup, cleanup, and organization of camp materials.

Act as a liaison between campers, staff, and parents as needed.

• Maintains daily communication with the Head Counselor.
• Enforce camp rules and maintain discipline when necessary.
• Support group transitions in public, including during swim, field trips, and other times outside the building.

Prioritize camper's safety inside and outside the building. Actively supervise campers on public transportation, which may include the subway or bus. Administer basic first aid and coordinate with medical staff if needed.

• Ensure camp facilities remain clean and organized.

Assume leadership role in absence of Head Counselor.

Qualifications:

Previous experience in a camp or classroom setting is required. Previous experience working at Bank Street is preferred. Must be 18 years of age by the start of camp. Must attend Camp Staff Orientation before camp begins. Must complete full Bank Street College of Education background check including fingerprinting and health physical before camp begins.

Bank Street is a leader in education, a pioneer in improving the quality of classroom practice, and a national advocate for children and their families. Since its beginnings in 1916, Bank Street has been at the forefront of understanding how children learn and grow. From early childhood centers and schools to hospitals and museums, Bank Street has built a national reputation on the simple fact that our graduates know how to do the work that is right for children.

At Bank Street’s Graduate School of Education, students are trained in a model that combines the study of human development, learning theory, and sustained clinical placement to promote significant development as a teacher prior to graduation. Our children’s programs—Bank Street School for Children, Family Center, Bank Street Head Start, and Liberty LEADS—foster children’s development in the broadest sense by providing diverse opportunities for social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth. The Bank Street Education Center disrupts inequity through system-level change to help design better educational experiences for both children and adults. The College further supports and influences positive outcomes for children every day through professional development programs, research projects, and other key efforts engaging educators, intermediary organizations, and government officials at the district, state, and federal levels.