Golden Slipper Camp for Boys and Girls

Why Work At Golden Slipper Camp?

Working at summer camp offers you many special opportunities. Many of them you may not have considered.

• Here are some examples:
  • Pre-camp Training: For almost a week before the campers arrive we will teach you almost everything you need to know about working with children in a camp setting. From nurturing kids through homesickness, to discipline and bullying, from fostering self-esteem to building teamwork, you will become a better teacher, programmer, and leader.
  • Learn Vital Job Skills: Today's employers will tell you that no matter what education and training you have, it is the soft skills (communication, teamwork, leadership, etc.) that are usually most important when they hire. These are often the skills that are not taught as part of a school program and can be far more difficult to learn. At camp, these tools are also critical. After training, you'll have an opportunity to put these new soft skills into practice. Then you will receive regular supervision and feedback during the summer to help you develop further. These skills will prove to be invaluable when you apply for future jobs.
  • Build People Skills: If you are considering any kind of career working with people, especially with children, then a camp job offers you tremendous experience. Day in and day out, you will be working closely with peers and children, meeting their needs and helping them solve problems that will often require you to think "outside the box." The leadership experience you gain will be unparalleled.
  • Gain Experience: Many employers - from CEOs of large corporations to professionals and small businesspeople - will tell you that the best partners and employees they've had have worked in a camp setting. Few jobs will give you the kind of intense experience and training that a camp job will. Successful work and leadership skills in a camp environment will earn you great references for future opportunities.
  • Meet People: Camps usually draw people from all types of backgrounds. You will have the opportunity to meet new people from all over the world and learn from them. You may have the opportunity to draw on their expertise in a sport, art, or outdoor adventure program, or simply get to know someone from another culture to broaden your own experiences.
  • Earn Money: When comparing camp salaries with typical day or city jobs, initially camp salaries may often appear less competitive. However, keep in mind that in addition to salary, we also provides your meals, accommodations, and most of your entertainment while you're here. Don't forget how much you typically spend going out with your friends. Salaries are paid in two installments that can go right into the bank.
  • Change Lives: Perhaps most importantly, the children you work with at camp will remember you for the rest of their lives. Think of how fondly you remember some of the people that may have taken an interest in you over the years. You will help them learn skills, make new friends and build self-confidence that may change their lives forever.