Work at Ross Summer

A Counselor’s primary job is to assist their Head Counselors and Instructors in whatever tasks and childcare are needed throughout Morning Immersion, Lunch, and Afternoon Activities. Special tasks Counselors can expect to be assigned by Administration staff include lunch duties, campus cleaning efforts, and other daily responsibilities.

An Instructor is a professional in their given artistic, athletic, or scientific field. Instructors are responsible for preparing daily lesson plans and curricula for their Immersion and/or Afternoon Activity instruction periods and maintaining their workspace. Instructors are expected to encourage and reinforce positive and cooperative behavior among their campers, CITs, Counselors, and Head Counselors.

The Summer Camp Healthcare Provider is an RN, LPN, or EMT who maintains inventory of medical supplies and maintains the storage of first aid and related health supplies and equipment; assists in the maintenance of health records for all students; assists with and administers first aid and routine and emergency treatment to students and employees as required; compiles reports and verifies student attendance; prepares health records and reports as required; alerts parents/guardians regarding incomplete student immunization records and health record information.

The Summer Camp Administrative Coordinator supports the successful daily operations of the summer camp program by managing administrative systems, coordinating communications, and ensuring a smooth experience for campers, families, and staff. This role requires excellent organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

The Sports Camp administrator position is a front-facing role that deals directly with the issues and concerns of camp families, campers, counselors, and instructors/coaches. During the summer, administrators can fill many roles related to the camp operation. These roles include, but are not limited to, registration, overseeing daily drop-off/pick-up, lunch coordination, bussing, working camp reception, assisting with payroll, creation of the weekly newsletter, summer staff orientation, and coach/camper supervision.

The Summer Camp Lifeguard is responsible for supervising campers during all water-related activities while maintaining constant vigilance and enforcing safety rules to prevent accidents and injuries. This position requires the ability to respond immediately to aquatic emergencies and provide CPR and First Aid as needed. When not performing lifeguard duties, the successful candidate will serve as a Summer Camp Counselor or Instructor, engaging with campers in educational and recreational programming. Additional responsibilities assigned by the administration may include lunch supervision, campus cleaning efforts, and other daily operational tasks. Applicants must possess a current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification that remains valid throughout the employment period.

The Tennis Coach is responsible for delivering high-quality tennis instruction while also serving as a positive, energetic counselor for campers. This role blends on-court coaching with off-court supervision, mentorship, and camp leadership to ensure a safe, fun, and development-focused experience for all participants.