Spend
this summer in the USA living and working on a children’s
summer camp. We specialise in summer camp and pride ourselves
on the quality and value of our service. Choose Camp and
go with the Leaders.
Picture
This - A forest of beautiful dense trees, a lovely placid
lake and beautiful mountain sunsets. Hundreds of glowing
fireflies, an array of fabulously fun activities, cabins
full of excited children and obviously; talented and energetic
Camp Leaders from all over the world ready to help them
have the summer of a lifetime!
All
camp placements are suited specifically to your skills and
experience, and we have a dedicated team of people making
sure you get the right placement for you!
Camp
Leaders have been providing quality international staff
to camps for many years. From our dedicated personal advisers
and tailor made flight packages to awesome free t-shirts
and user friendly on-line application process. We believe
we offer participants the best value and service in the
industry!
Is
This For You?
- Are
you at least 18 years old?
- Are you available to travel from early June through to
mid/late August?
- Can you speak fluent English?
Other
essential qualities needed:
* A
willingness and ability to work well with children of all
ages and interests.
* Willingness and aptitude to cultivate self-esteem, team-work
and spirit.
* The capability to work well in close proximity with others.
* Patience plus an eagerness to explore the way other minds
work.
* An enthusiasm to try new things and be challenged.
* A positive self image.
* A passion for the outdoors - In all weather conditions!
* Ability to exist in a new environment and do without certain
home comforts.
* Integrity and honesty.
* The personality to take a lead role and motivate others.
* Creativity and the confidence to reveal it.
* The understanding that you may be supervised by peers
of a similar age.
* Appreciation and respect for all races, cultures, religions
and abilities.
* Energy to be consistently thoughtful even when tired.
* The strength to be a consistent role model.
* Belief that you can make a difference in the life of a
child.
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a Brochure
Summary
of what the Camp Leaders Program provides:
* Full
interview, training and preparation.
* Personalised placement at an accredited American Summer
Camp.
* Transatlantic flights to and from the international airport
closest to your camp AND fly from London or Manchester.
* 3 meals per day for the duration of your time at camp.
* Summer accommodation whilst at camp.
* $930 - $1250 minimum Pocket money.
* J-1 visas and appropriate cultural exchange forms (DS2019
+ SEVIS)
* Comprehensive Medical Insurance.
* 24hr Telephone support throughout your time at camp.
* A Participant pack with discount cards and other helpful
components.
* A free t-shirt from our 09 clothing range.
* Participant handbook with advice and vital information.
* Travel Time until mid October after camp to experience
the whole of America with your new friends.
* A Certificate of completion and a rewarding and fun experience
that employers recognize as valuable.
Directors
Fairs / Open Days
The
Camp Leaders Directors Fairs are coming to the UK again
this February 2009! Don't miss out on your opportunity to
meet American Camp Directors, interview face to face, and
walk away with your dream summer job!
Camp
Leaders will be hosting a variety of camps from all over
the USA in London and Liverpool in February 2009. American
Camp Directors will be here to hire talented and energetic
international staff for their camps.
Available
positions will range from waterfront to land sports, performing
arts to horseback riding, and many, many more. Whether you
have already registered for the Camp Leaders program for
2009 or are just interested in coming along on the day to
learn more about going to summer camp in the USA, don't
miss out on this great opportunity!
When
and Where...
*London
Thursday, February 12th, 2009 4-8pm Hilton London Euston
Hotel, 17-18 Upper Woburn Place, Bloomsbury, London, WC1
0HT
*Liverpool
Saturday, February 14th, 2009 12-5pm Liverpool Marriott
City Centre, 1 Queen Square, Liverpool, L1 1RH
Duration
/ Dates: Participants need to be available to fly out
between May / mid June, and spend a minimum of 9 weeks on
camp.
Costs
/ Pay:
Program
Fees £49 - Before interview
Then
either:
£200
(if you you qualify for the Sports Leaders discount + Pay
in full within 30 days of interview)
or £250 (if you pay within 1 month of interview)
or £300 (if you pay later than 1 month after interview)
How
to qualify for the Sports Leaders Discount:
-Hold any valid Level 1 teaching qualification in any Sport
/ Activity or
-Be a qualified LifeGuard or
-Have a Community Sports Leader Award (CLSA) or HSLA
At Camp
Leaders we do not believe in age discrimination and tier
our minimum pay grades according to skills and experience.
There are 3 Levels:
$930
minimum for General Counselors
$1070 for activity specialists (you do not necessarily need
to be qualified, but have good experience and are able to
teach/lead)
$1250 for senior activity specialists (usually qualified
with extensive experience)
Special
Needs Counselors and Support Staff also receive $1250 minimum.
Types Of Positions At Camp
General
Counsellor - You will be responsible for a group of
children. You will sleep in the same cabin or building as
them, eat with them and take the campers to their different
activities where the specialist counselors will take over.
During activity time you will participate and assist in
the various parts of the program that require your help.
You will look after the camper’s general well being, offer
advice and guidance where appropriate and be a positive
role model.
Specialist
Counsellor/Activity Leader - Usually on top of General
Counseling roles you will be leading sessions in a particular
activity or two. Camps have facilities for a whole range
of different fun things for the children to get involved
with and need people with these skills and the ability to
teach and share their knowledge. Although it does help,
you don’t necessarily need to be qualified as experience
in a particular area is highly valued. Activities at camp
include Horse Riding, Water-sports, Climbing, Hiking, Performing
Arts, Tennis, Basketball, Golf, Arts + Crafts, Drama, Photography,
Fencing, and many many more. Whatever you love doing there
is a camp out there for you!
Support
Staff & Office Workers - In the camp office you will
be responsible for answering the telephones, typing letters
and acting as a receptionist for the camp. This is an important
role right at the heart of the camp operation.
Other
Support Staff roles include; Kitchen Staff, Maintenance
Staff and Drivers.
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