French Summer Camp Counselor

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: French Summer Camp Counselor
Camp Dates: June 15, 2026 to August 7, 2026
Classification: Non Exempt
Employee Type: Full time Temporary (38.75+ hrs/week)
Grade Level: Preschool to 6th Grade
Direct Supervisor: Summer Camp Director
Location: Lower School, 1009 Heinz Ave., Berkeley, CA 94710

Minimum Educational Requirement: High School
Diploma or equivalent, 12+ early childhood education units to work on Preschool

Minimum Work Experience Requirement: At least 1 year working with children in a professional environment

Job Overview
The Summer Camp Counselor is responsible for creating a fun, welcoming learning environment for our Mini Camp during Le Camp D’Été, EB’s French Culture Camp. Counselors will also supervise morning and after care, lunches and recess.

Essential Functions
This section describes the essential functions of this role, but is not intended to be all-inclusive. Other duties may be assigned, as necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

• Provide active supervision of children throughout the camp day
• Prepare for camp by leading pre-planned weekly themed fun activities for campers
• Upkeep the physical environment of the camp classrooms and group spaces
• Help facilitate naptime/find quiet activities for non-nappers
• Identify and help address concerns or issues that need to be resolved in order to offer the highest quality care and services for the children
• Distribute snacks during the afterschool program
• Help facilitate camp dismissal
• Communicate with parents as needed about individual campers
• Other duties as assigned
• Priority will be given to candidates available to work longer than three weeks.
• Accompany campers on weekly off- campus field trips
• Collaborate with Summer camp colleagues to facilitate activities and maintain a supportive, effective work environment
• Arrive on time for scheduled shifts and adhere to program schedules and operational guidelines
• Follow Licensing Guidelines for Preschool

Work Environment

This job operates in a childcare environment, both indoors and outdoors on campus. The position will interact with preschool and school aged children on a daily basis. Counselors may also escort students during camp field trips.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to climb stairs and lift 25 pounds frequently
• Ability to balance, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, squat, grip, and grasp occasionally
• Ability to aid children needing assistance, including lifting and changing diapers
• Perform repetitive motions such as: typing, moving, and manipulating computer equipment
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally

Required Qualifications

• At least one year experience working with children
• Positive and outgoing personality, ready to lead and take initiative
• Strong ability to effectively communicate with campers, parents, and colleagues via verbal and written correspondence
• Experience with leading programs for groups of children
• Strong enthusiasm for working with children
• Ability to effectively engage and interact with children in a responsible and caring manner
• Must possess some knowledge of age-appropriate activities for students, including: arts, crafts, and outdoor activities
• Must be able to effectively collaborate with other camp colleagues to facilitate a positive and productive experience for the children.
• Must have a patient, calm, and nurturing demeanor with children
• Preferred knowledge of basic computer systems, including email and G Suite/Google Apps
• Must be able to successfully pass State licensing and criminal background check and all pre – employment requirements
• Must meet licensing requirements and possess 12 early childhood education units to work in Preschool
• Must be 18 years old or older
• Confident in facilitating active play and promoting positive, healthy behaviors.Able to work Monday through Friday during program hours, with varying shifts between 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM.

Preferred Qualifications

• French as a first language a plus
• One year of prior experience working in a day camp preferred.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a temporary full-time non-exempt position. The camp will operate from Monday, June 15, 2026 and ending Friday, August 7, 2026. Hours of work and days are generally Monday through Friday, 8:20 am to 4:40pm or 9:30 am to 6:00 pm with a 45 minute lunch. Extended hours may be necessary as needed to cover staffing during camp hours.

This job description is not necessarily a comprehensive definition of the post. It may be subject to modification or amendment at any time at the discretion of the Head of School and/or position’s supervisor

Benefits
Due to the temporary nature of this position, it is not eligible for employee benefits beyond what is mandated under state and federal law.

How to Apply
We seek team members who share our values and mission, have a passion for education, focus on students, and seek challenging and rewarding careers. Candidates interested in applying for this position can do so by sending their cover letter, resume via indeed.

All candidates who are extended a job offer will need to pass pre-employment requirements including fingerprinting and a background check.

Ecole Bilingue de Berkeley, as an equal opportunity employer, does not discriminate in its hiring of employees on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship, marital or veteran status, age, or disability. We actively seek diversity among faculty and administration as well as among students.

Job Types: Temporary, Full-time

Pay: $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• On call

Application Question(s):

• Are you fluent in French?
• Are you available for the full 8 weeks of camp?

Work Location: In person