Basketball Summer Camp Counselor

Who we are
Camp Cody is a co-ed Summer Camp in Freedom, New Hampshire. Since 1926, we have been providing unique experiences for campers and staff of all ages worldwide. Our Cody team is made up of teachers, athletes, coaches, creatives, hikers, bikers, travelers, and so much more. Together, we provide a safe and fun environment where campers and staff create life-long memories.

What you’ll be doing:
Basketball Activity:

• Instructing the basketball activity during six activity periods, as well as assisting in other programs that coincide with basketball including campers’ free time and our daily evening programs.
• You will be tasked with creating multiple lesson plans for the basketball activity. You will need to cater to different age groups and skill levels and account for campers repeating the activity multiple times a session.
• Providing an appropriate, safe, and fun environment during the activity at all times. 
• Communicating to your activity head about any issues/safety concerns in the activity area or if any materials are needed/running low.
• Ensure all campers are wearing appropriate footwear.
• Keeping the basketball activity area clean and ready for every group.

Cabin Responsibilities:

• You will be living in a cabin with one co-counselor as well as a group of campers (varies in size based on the age group).
• Your primary role is to ensure that your campers are having tons of fun in a safe and appropriate way.
• You will also be responsible for
  • Supervising the campers in your cabin outside of regular activity times including meals, free time, evening program, morning wake-ups, and bedtime.
  • Ensuring your campers are ready and on time for meals, activities, and all other camp events and happenings
  • Keeping your cabin clean and organized and cabin chores are being completed
  • Planning and carrying out creative and exciting games and activities for your campers during free time
  • Watching out for any homesickness/behavioral issues/conflicts in your cabin and communicating it to your group leader to ensure all campers can get back to having a positive camp experience
  • Checking that your campers are wearing the correct footwear/clothing for the day's activities, are showering daily, and are not the same clothes they have worn before
  • Ensuring your campers are applying sunscreen and bug spray, and are staying hydrated
  • Ensuring your campers are going to the health center at the appropriate time if they take any medications
  • Cleaning and resetting the cabin at the end of each session to be ready for the next group of campers

What we need from you
Develop and deliver engaging sports programming appropriate for the age and ability for each session.
Supervise and support campers to ensure safety, development, growth, and general well-being. 
Assist in managing and caring for the facilities and equipment in the sport program area. 
Communicate and collaborate with other camp staff members to facilitate positive camper experiences.

What skills & experience you’ll bring to us
Proven experience in working with children and in sports.
Adaptability and flexibility in a fast-paced camp environment.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
Physical ability to lead activities for 6 to 8 hours per day.
Displays an energetic and positive personality.

Salary & benefits
Camp Cody offers a competitive salary ($400 per week, increased based on experience), room and board, staff training, weekly laundry service, camp t-shirts, weekly day-off, access to our snack-stocked staff lounge, and lifelong friendships! International staff salaries may differ slightly to account for sponsoring agency fees.

Camp Dates
Staff Training: 6/9/26 - 6/20/26
Summer Camp: 6/21/25 - 8/15/26

How to get in touch
Apply by visiting: https://campcody.com/staff/
Email: staff@campcody.com