Camp Minnehaha Lead Counselor
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starts at $17/hr
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Job Description
Minnehaha Academy is a Christian school and a ministry of the Northwest Conference of the Evangelical Covenant Church.
Our mission is to provide a high quality education integrating Christian faith and learning.
Minnehaha Academy’s Camp Minnehaha has a full-time opening for a Lead Camp Counselor at our 4200 West River Parkway location for the nine weeks of summer camp.
Position Dates: June 8 – August 7, 2026.
(Please note there will be no camp on June 19 & July 3)
Hours: 8:20 am – 4:10 pm
Salary Range
Pay starts at $17.00 per hour, with an increase based on experience.
Primary Responsibilities
Oversee campers and camp assistants as Lead Counselor to ensure a safe and fun camp environment.
Position Requirements & Qualifications
Core Requirements
- Age: Must be at least 18 years old.
- Reliability: Must be dependable and maintain consistent attendance.
- Mission Alignment: Actively support the mission and values of Minnehaha Academy.
Experience & Skills
- Childcare Background: Previous experience working with children in a church, school, or camp setting is preferred.
- Communication: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, and fellow staff members.
- Instructional Ability: Demonstrated ability to plan and lead age-appropriate activities.
Leadership & Classroom Management
- Behavioral Oversight: Proven ability to maintain a well-behaved classroom environment.
- Team Leadership: Provide clear direction and support to assistant counselors when necessary.
- Engagement: A genuine passion for both working and playing with children.
Position Reports To
Carman Coffman Johnson - Director of Summer Programming
coffmanjohnsoncarman@minnehahaacademy.net
To learn more about Minnehaha Academy and apply online, visit our website at minnehahaacademy.net
Minnehaha Academy is an EEO/AA employer
Key Responsibilities
The Lead Counselor is responsible for overseeing campers and camp assistants to ensure a safe and enjoyable camp environment throughout the nine weeks of summer camp.
Requirements
Applicants must be at least 18 years old, dependable, and actively support the mission of Minnehaha Academy. Preferred qualifications include previous childcare experience and strong skills in communication, activity planning, and team leadership.
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Camp Minnehaha Lead Counselor at Minnehaha Academy a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 10% in Counseling — ranked against 13,776 active Counseling listings on WeekdayDoc.
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