Camp Staff | Shalom Austin

CAMP STAFF

Calling all goofballs! Attention all free-spirits!

SEEKING ALL ADVENTURERS!

Every year, JCamps hires hardworking staff dedicated to creating a summer to remember! If you are looking for an opportunity to grow your skills, make friendships that last a lifetime, be a part of an amazing community, and help children SHINE this summer, look no further!

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WHAT ARE THE PERKS?

(Aside from hanging out with some of Austin’s coolest kids?)

JCamps Offers:

  • A competitive salary
  • A free JCC Membership ($200 value!)
  • Brand new pool, aquatics center, tennis courts, and a state-of-the-art fitness center
  • Rewarding work experience that lasts June-August
  • Work-Free Weekends!
  • Resume building experience
  • Opportunities to grow year after year

2024 STAFF POSITIONS

ARCHERY SPECIALIST

The Archery Specialist will program and facilitate Archery for groups consisting of 15-18 campers in grades K-6.

As the Archery Specialist, your day includes developing and implementing lesson plans for Archery, preparing the equipment and activity area outdoors each day, and intentionally adding Jewish core values within this area – bullseye! The Archery Specialist will help facilitate, plan, and execute JCamps special events and theme days.

Previous experience programming Archery is strongly preferred. Level One Archery Certification is a plus!

ATHLETICS SPECIALIST

The Athletics Specialist will program and facilitate Athletics for groups consisting of 15-18 campers in grades K-6.

As the Athletics Specialist, your day includes developing and implementing lesson plans in Athletics, preparing the equipment and activity area outdoors each day, and intentionally adding Jewish core values within this area. Teamwork makes the dream work – The Athletics Specialist will also help facilitate, plan, and execute JCamps special events and theme days!

Previous experience programming Athletic activities is strongly preferred.

*FILLED* CAMPER CARE COORDINATOR

This position has been filled. 

The Camper Care Coordinator oversees the JCamps inclusion program and is a member of the summer administrative team! The Camper Care Coordinator will oversee and assist Inclusion Counselors and will care for campers both in and out of the Inclusion Program.

Your day includes:

  • Supervising and ensuring the health, safety, and happiness of staff and campers
  • Collaborating on special events and theme days
  • Participating in planning sessions before and throughout the summer with the administrative team
  • Conducting evaluations on Inclusion Counselors
  • Completing administrative tasks such as accident and incident reports
  • Communicating with campers’ parents when necessary
INCLUSION COUNSELOR

As an Inclusion Counselor, you are assigned to 1-3 children with disabilities to provide varying levels of support in the camp day. All Inclusion Counselors will be assigned to a camper(s) within a group, based by grade (Kindergarten-6th grade).

Inclusion counselors adapt activities, facilitate meaningful social interaction, and guarantee participation! Inclusion Counselors communicate often within the camp team including the Camper Care Coordinator, bunk counselors, and parents as necessary.

Prior work experience with children with disabilities preferred.

JCamps Administrative Assistant

The Camp Administrator is an essential part of the JCamps Team!

The Camp Administrator is responsible for providing thorough and consistent administrative support to the Youth and Teen Department for all JCamps programming. Additionally, this position is responsible for providing a pleasant and welcoming environment for parents and visitors to the Camp office, as well as providing superior customer service.

You’ll help maintain paperwork, communicate with parents, keep and communicate daily absence and early pick-up lists, and so much more!

Junior Counselor

The Junior Counselor, along with their co-counselor, will be assigned to a specific group of 12-15 campers from Kindergarten-6th grade.

The Junior Counselor is a team player who is responsible for helping in the day-to-day programming of the group including daily routine, transitions, and activities. Junior Counselors participate in all aspects of the day, including swimming! Eligible candidates will be going into 10th, 11th, or 12th grade by the start of camp.

If you are interested in working at Basketball, Sports Camp, or Tennis Camp, please indicate this in your interview!

MEDIA COORDINATOR

The Media Coordinator helps tell the story of camp!

The Media Coordinator is responsible for taking photos and video footage of campers and camp activities to be used in marketing materials and social media posts, as well as uploading media and microblogs to the JCamps app. 

Media Coordinators must provide their own equipment and editing software. Previous experience in photography/videography is a plus! 

*FILLED* MUSIC SPECIALIST & SONG LEADER

This position has been filled. 

The Music Specialist & Song Leader sets the tone for the camp day! The Music Specialist & Song Leader will perform for the entire camp twice daily for Flagpole and Song Session – two important and exciting camp traditions!

As the Music Specialist & Song Leader, you are responsible for:

  • Developing age-appropriate lesson plans
  • Preparing the activity area, performance space, and equipment each day
  • Facilitating for 2-3 groups of 15-18 campers each day, intentionally programming Jewish core values within this area
  • Help plan, facilitate, and execute JCamps special event and theme days!

The Music Specialist must be proficient in guitar and/or piano and must be comfortable playing in front of large audiences. Previous experience with Jewish camp songs is a plus!

UNIT HEAD

Unit Heads are members of the Administrative Team in the Summer! As a Unit Head, you are responsible for administrative and programmatic tasks in your unit consisting of 3-5 bunks of campers!

Your day will include:

  • Supervising and ensuring the health, safety, and happiness of staff and campers in your unit
  • Collaborating on special events and theme days
  • Participating in planning sessions before and throughout the summer with the administrative team
  • Conducting evaluations on the counselors in their unit
  • Completing administrative tasks such as accident and incident reports
  • Communicating with campers’ parents when necessary
NATURE SPECIALIST

The Nature Specialist will create and facilitate Nature programs for groups consisting of 15-18 campers in grades K-6.

As the Nature Specialist, your enchanting and wild day includes implementing lesson plans related to Nature, preparing the equipment and activity area outdoors each day, and intentionally adding Jewish core values within this area. The Nature Specialist will also help facilitate, plan, and execute JCamps special events and theme days.

Previous experience with programming nature is strongly preferred.

SENIOR COUNSELOR

Senior Counselors, along with the co-counselor, will be assigned to a group of 12-15 campers from Kindergarten-6th grade.

As a group leader and facilitator, the Senior Counselor is responsible for the day-to-day programming of the group including the daily routine, transitions, and activities for their group. The Senior Counselor balances the goals and objectives of the camp with the unique needs of each camper to ensure maximum fun and participation of each camper.

Eligible candidates must be 18 by the start of camp.

SENIOR COUNSELOR | TENNIS

Tennis Senior Counselors, along with their co-counselor, will be assigned to a group of 15-18 campers based by grade.

As a group leader and facilitator, the Tennis Senior Counselor is responsible for the day-to-day activities and transitions of the group, including the facilitation of Tennis lessons. The Tennis Senior Counselor balances the goals and objectives of the camp with the unique needs of each camper to ensure maximum fun and participation of each camper.

Experience playing and/or teaching Tennis is required.

Senior Counselor | Sports

Sports Senior Counselors, along with the co-counselor, will be assigned to a group of 15-18 campers based on grade.

As a group leader and facilitator, the Sports Senior Counselor is responsible for the day-to-day programming of the group in addition to serving as a facilitator for sports lessons such as Basketball or All-Sports. The Sports Senior Counselor balances the goals and objectives of the camp with the unique needs of each camper to ensure maximum fun and participation of each camper. Must be 18 by the start of camp.

*FILLED* STEM SPECIALIST

This position has been filled. 

The STEM Specialist will program and facilitate STEM for groups consisting of 15-18 campers in grades K-6.

As the STEM Specialists, your creativity-filled day includes developing and implementing lesson plans related to STEM, preparing the equipment and activity area outdoors each day, and intentionally adding Jewish core values within this area. The STEM Specialist will also help facilitate, plan, and execute JCamps special events and theme days.

Previous experience programming STEM is strongly preferred.

Teen Camp COUNSELOR

The Teen Camp Counselor is the teen camp guru, responsible for managing daily routine, activity, and travel for a group of teens consisting of 10-15 campers in grades 7-9.

The Teen Camp Counselor works with co-counselors to oversee the well-being of campers and facilitates programs including traveling outdoors and to water-based destinations. The Teen Camp Counselor often drives a 15-passenger van around and must have a valid Texas driver’s license and five years of driving experience. Teen camps run all summer, in weeklong sessions. Experience working with middle schoolers is required.

THEATRE SPECIALIST
The Theatre Specialist will program and facilitate groups consisting of 15-18 campers in grades K-6.

As the Theatre Specialist, your drama-filled day includes developing and implementing lesson plans related to their program area, preparing the equipment and activity area outdoors each day, and intentionally adding Jewish core values within this area. The Theatre Specialist will also help plan and execute JCamps special events and theme days.

Previous experience in theatre or drama programming is strongly preferred.

HEAR FROM PAST STAFF!

When I started Jcamps i had just moved to Texas and wanted a way to get connected and earn during the summer. Lucky for me I stumbled into one of the most supportive and fun work environments I’ve had the pleasure to be a part of. The staff constantly works to make the experience fulfilling and fun for both the counselors and the kids. By the end of the first session of camp not only was I hanging out with my fellow counselors and having a blast, but I was making up games and having the best time with my newfound 7–8-year-old friends for the rest of camp. (Our game building skills were next level at the dancing dragon bunk). I mean who else gets to go to summer camp for their job?!

Rachel, Senior Counselor

This is my 14th summer at camp and my 4th summer as a staff member at camp. What I love about camp is that it brought stability to my life. The admin team supports me and has helped create consistency in my schedule. I have learned so many professional skills over time. It’s a very active job and a job you can easily make great friends with other counselors. I’ve also been able to see my campers grow over time! Engaging in group activities with campers is one of the best parts of the job!

Zach, Senior Counselor

When I first applied to be an Inclusion Counselor at JCamps, I never expected how valuable my time there would be. JCamps created a fun, interactive, and productive environment. They truly cared about every one of us and it showed. From team building exercises to collaborative problem solving, JCamps pushed us all to grow and develop. Work was always fun and uplifting, I had great mentors who were there for me every step of the way, and I made friends I will keep forever. The hands-on experience I gained and the relationships I formed made it an unforgettable summer experience.

Sarah Bradley, Inclusion Counselor

Ethan Lane-Miller

Ethan Lane-Miller

Camp Director, Youth & Teen

O: (512) 735-8058 
jcamps@shalomaustin.org 

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