Day Camp Counselor Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the day camp counselor position.

Previously, I was responsible for leadership for the development of 4-H Camp Wabasso’s long range planning process involving the Executive Director, Camp Advisory Committee, Youth and Family Development Issue Leader and other key players as appropriate.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Prior experience with small or large groups of children preferred
• Maintain clear and on-going communication with co-workers and parents
• Looks out for bullying behavior and makes sure that campers feel safe in their environment at the Kroc Center
• Reviews and follows-up on reports submitted by the Counselors (attendance, development progress, discipline reports)
• Know, enforce, and follow all safety guidelines associated with Camp and all program areas
• Provides a positive and encouraging camp environment
• Maintain and monitor attendance records
• Supervision of children in accordance with New York state health department

I would like to submit my application for the day camp counselor opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for leadership oversight to ensure that the content of 4-H Camp Wabasso and 4-H After-School Programs conform to research base, policies and objectives of the Association.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Consistently adhere and implement the process for child release from program to parent or authorized guardian
• Enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining an environment conductive to fun and safety for all campers
• Initiate and maintain positive relationships with all staff, guest, children and parent/guardian
• Work in a team environment and communicate with Child Care Coordinator daily regarding concerns/issues with the program, children, parents and coworkers
• Assist in maintaining clean-up schedules to maintain the cleanliness of the building including completion of task listed on daily clean-up list
• Role model dignity and respect for others at all times
• Ensure that all staff and children are respectful of the property, ensure all rules and regulations are followed
• Consistently adhere and implement the process for child release from program to parent or organized guardian

I would like to submit my application for the day camp counselor opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for leadership for the implementation of 4-H Camp Wabasso’s long range planning process involving the Executive Director, Camp Advisory Committee, Youth and Family Development Issue Leader and other key players as appropriate.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Implementation, plan and supervision of those activities assigned by the summer day camp director
• Participate in swimming activities
• Monitor meals and teach appropriate table manners
• Implementation of the summer day camp health plan, including daily health check, basic first aid, and familiarity with the emergency procedures (according to the summer day camp evacuation plan, personal level of CPR certification, and child’s medical release form)
• Familiarity with summer day camp forms and the proper use of such forms (attendance sheets, incident/accident reports, medical logs)
• Submission to the staff supervision policy
• Maintain cleanliness in areas designated for the children
• Be available and flexible to help in other areas

In response to your job posting for day camp counselor, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for input in the development of educational strategies for Farm Day Camp and 4-H After-School Programs to include: All Paws After-School Program, North Wind After-School Program and other 4-H Educational Programs.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Spending each day with campers
• Directing campers during activities
• Participate and encourage campers to have fun and participate in all activities
• Lead organized activities as needed
• Build positive relationships with campers
• Encourage positive camper behavior
• Discipline unwanted/unruly camper behavior as needed
• Follow NYC DOH Regulations pertaining to Summer Day Camp Supervision

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the day camp counselor position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for positive customer service to all groups using the 4-H Memorial Camp, as well as facilitate pre camp/user group meetings and assist between transition of groups, to meet group schedules and needs.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Assist in maintaining clean-up schedules to maintain the cleanliness of the building and property, including completion of task listed on daily clean-up list
• Maintain standards set forth by the Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services (ODJFS) in all areas of programming and activities
• Create and implement hands-on activities (including STEM, art, and movement) that enhance children’s learning
• Initiate and maintain positive relationships with all staff, guests, children and parents/guardians
• Work in a team environment and communicate with Child Care Coordinator daily regarding concerns/issues with the program, children, parents or co-workers
• Participation in planning Summer Day Camp under the Director’s leadership
• Participation with students during all activities
• Teaching and implementation of lessons and activities