I would go into this job knowing that it should be a job that you do while you’re in college or on summer break.
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Camp Counselor
May - August 2018 • Fort Wayne, IN
What I liked
Meeting all the kids and building relationships with them and my fellow counselors. I had so much fun with everyone it didn’t even feel like work!
What I wish was different
I wish I could have worked the morning shift more often so I could have more time for myself and my friends and family in the evenings.
Advice
If you’ve ever thought about being a counselor in any capacity, or working with kids, or maybe you just want a fun job, I highly recommend something similar to YMCA Childcare Services. You’ll fall in love with it. Even the hard parts.
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Camp Counselor
April - July 2018 • Watertown, CT
What I liked
I loved working with he kids and my co workers. It didnt feel like a job with how much I had fun and appreciated the opportunity to be at camp and spend it with my campers who made my summer amazing.
What I wish was different
I wish that I had found out about this camp sooner than I did. Last year was my first year working there and I wish I had been there longer.
Advice
It can be difficult working with kids all day especially if they are in elementary school but it's so rewarding when they show how much they care about you or appreciate you.
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Lifeguard
June 2015 • Elk River, MN
What I liked
The Pay
What I wish was different
More interesting Job
Advice
Good summer job
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Call
June - August 2018 • West Bend, WI
What I liked
I loved working with kids and the excellent work environment
What I wish was different
Some of the rules were unnecessary and didn't help the kids experience
Advice
Patience is key to working with kids
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YMCA Camp Registrar
January 2015 - September 2018 • Kennesaw, GA
What I liked
The work environment was amazing! The people I worked with were so friendly and we worked great as a team.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Lead Sports Counsler
May - August 2018 • Exton, PA
What I liked
I liked working with the kids. it didn't feel like a job because I was having fun.
What I wish was different
More indoors some days it was too hot outside
Advice
Working with kids can having its advantages and disadvantages
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YMCA childwatch
May - August 2018 • Dallas, TX
What I liked
I loved the diverse setting and interacting with a great variety of kids from 1 month to 10 years old.
What I wish was different
I had a great experience working here, though I do wish to have worked more hours.
Advice
Every children is different. We should appreciate and celebrate every kid for their individuality since this early time in their life.
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Summer Power Staff
May 2018 • White Bear Lake, MN
What I liked
Atmosphere, flexibility
What I wish was different
Pay rate ...
Advice
It was interesting to experience working with people so much -- interacting with parents, kids, other power staff, other Y staff, people on field trips etc. and required a LOT of patience.
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Camp Counselor
May - August 2018 • Naples, FL
What I liked
I loved being able to bond with the children that were put in my group and teach them new things. I also loved having them all teach me new things to stay up to date with the kids!
What I wish was different
I wish the weather was as hot as it had been but in Florida what else can you expect
Advice
If you’re going to be a camp counselor of any sort make sure you bring lots of water and have loads of patience
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Camp Counselor
June - August 2018 • Wilmington, DE
What I liked
building relationships with the kids, working in different age groups and going on the field trips.
What I wish was different
the pay. we do a lot more than what we’re paid for
Advice
if you don’t like children, do not apply. you must be engaging with them 24/7! always be accountable
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Camp Counselor
July - August 2018 • New York City, NY
What I liked
Job was very fun & engaging. Great experience working with kids.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Special Needs Shadow
June - August 2018 • Somerville, NJ
What I liked
I loved working with the kids and gaining more experience in the mental health field by working with children on the Autism spectrum.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Camp Counselor
June - August 2018 • Norton, MA
What I liked
I loved working with the kids every day and adding to their summers! Being an influence on these kid’s lives is an amazing experience and one that I don’t take for granted!
What I wish was different
I wish we could have done more for the children past giving them day care. Most of these children deserve so much more of what they have.
Advice
It is truly humbling and I highly recommend this job to anyone just because of the deep connections you make with the people and children!
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Camp Counselor
April - August 2018 • Prescott, AZ
What I liked
Working at Camp Sky-Y was super fun to get to know new friends and have experience interacting with children. I love the activities and the coworkers
What I wish was different
While I wish I had more time to take off for personal life matters, it was nice to have spent my time in the summer in Prescott.
Advice
Choose you time wisely and be willing to help out in any activitiee you're trained for! There's ton of room to explore what you're most interested in.
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Asst. camp director
May - September 2018 • Waukesha, WI
What I liked
I love working with the people and the families at the Y. It was a great environment
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
Lots of hard work, but it gave me good experience with behavior management and I learned a lot about myself.
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Greenhouse Intern
June - August 2018 • Grand Rapids, MI
What I liked
I loved the staff, and learning how to teach others, lead others, and work as a team. I learned and have become more passionate about agriculture.
What I wish was different
I wish I had lined up a paid position in addition to the non-paid internship.
Advice
Challenge yourself to try new things, and work with groups you haven't before!
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School-aged Child Care & Day Camp Counselor
May 2017 • Seatac, WA
What I liked
The population is relevant to what I may want to work with more professionally in the future.
What I wish was different
Better organization in supervision and even distribution of rules/expectations for the children.
Advice
Working with children is not easy, but it is rewarding to really know that you're making an impact on them.
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Camp Counselor
July - August 2018 • Eastsound, WA
What I liked
I liked being able to work with young kids and make friends with them, as well as be a role model.
What I wish was different
The camp I worked at was streamlined and more suitable for kids who had never been away from home before. I'm looking to transition into a program where I can be a wilderness instructor for backpacking trips, because I enjoy both teaching about and being in the outdoors more.
Advice
This is a great job for high school graduates or college students, although wages are probably made with this demographic in mind. Either way, it's a low stress environment and a very fun place to work.
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Day Care Worker
June - August 2018 • Eau Claire, WI
What I liked
I enjoyed working with the kids everyday and having each day bring a new experience.
What I wish was different
I wish the organization was better and the management. I did not get the hours I was promised and I was under the impression that my position would be different.
Advice
I would say this is a good job to have to if you are going into a field that deals with kids because you really get to know them and better understand how and why they act certain ways. Also, you gain skills on how to deal with behavioral issues and talking to their parents as well.
