Summer Fun Counselor

Job Description

Job Description

Summer Fun Counselor

Starting at $17.50 per hour

(Onsite)

The City of Falls Church Recreation and Parks Department is in search of energetic and fun-loving applicants for multiple part-time, temporary positions to operate the 2026 Summer Camps.

The City of Falls Church is an independent city six miles from the nation's capital. It is small in area (2.2 square miles) and population (about 16,000 people). The City is known for its urban village community, quality customer service, nationally ranked school system, environmental activism, and endless community activities.

• Responsibilities
  Counselors are needed to assist the Summer Fun Director in operating the Summer Fun Playground program for children ages 5 through 12. Counselors are responsible for daily supervision of all campers, organization of daily activities, and enforcement of all camp policies and procedures.
• Qualifications
  Applicants must be at least 18 years old. Courses completed in child development and experience leading children’s playgroups are desired. Applicants must have or be willing to complete CPR and First Aid certification before June 15, 2026.
• Hours
  The Counselors work 25 to 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, June 15 through August 7, 2026. Work hours are 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
• Salary
  The rate starts at $17.50 per hour with no benefits.

Our commitment to an inclusive workplace: The City of Falls Church is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the federal, state and/or local laws or regulations. Accommodations may be requested for applicants with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department at [email protected] or 703-248-5127. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

All City facilities are smoke free.