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Camp Illahee for Girls - in the North Carolina mountains
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Jobs at North Carolina Summer Camps for Girls

Camps Sea Gull and Seafarer

Located: Arapahoe, North Carolina
Type: Residential camps with separate sessions for boys and girls

E-mail Address:
karen.stanley@seagull-seafarer.org
Position Available:
Ropes Course Director

Salary Range: Competitive Pay
  • Alpine Tower, Climbing Wall and Swing by Choice.
  • Low Ropes facilitation experience.
  • Opportunity to supervise and evaluate staff.
  • Website: www.seagull-seafarer.org

Camps Sea Gull and Seafarer

Located: Arapahoe, North Carolina
Type: Residential camps with separate sessions for boys and girls

E-mail Address:
karen.stanley@seagull-seafarer.org
Position Available:
Environmental Discovery Chief

Salary Range: Competitive Pay
  • Unbelievable opportunity to create new curriculum.
  • Brand new environmental education center.
  • Opportunity to supervise and evaluate staff.
  • Website: www.seagull-seafarer.org

Camp Illahee

Located: Brevard, North Carolina
Type: Residential girls' summer camp

E-mail Address: mail@campillahee.com
Position Available: Counselor/Activity Instructor
Salary Range: $1980-3500
  • JOB DESCRIPTION: Come make a difference this summer! We are looking for mature, caring, responsible adults who love working with children in an outdoor setting. Our season runs from 6/2 - 8/15, 2008. Counselors live in a cabin with campers and teach in one or more activity areas.
  • PROGRAM INFORMATION: Our 3:1 camper-to-staff ratio ensures quality programs which include: trips (kayaking and climbing), waterfront (lifeguard and or WSI certification is a plus), horseback riding, sports (soccer, field hockey, lacrosse etc.), studio arts (arts and crafts, weaving, woodworking, ceramics, watercolor), performing arts (drama, dance), marksmanship (archery and riflery) and much more!
  • BENEFITS: Room, board, and laundry included; excellent training opportunities; competitive salary range including add-ons for experience and certifications.
  • Website: www.campillahee.com

Camp Illahee

Located: Brevard, North Carolina
Type: Residential girls' summer camp

E-mail Address: mail@campillahee.com
Position Available: Arts and Crafts and Ceramics Directors
Salary Range: competitive salary based on experience
  • Outstanding girls summer camp in Western North Carolina seeks fun, creative individuals to direct our Arts and Crafts and Ceramics programs. Responsibilities include overseeing and planning camper lessons, encouraging camper creativity, instructor training and management.
  • Camp Illahee is a traditional camp offering over 20 activities along with an excellent arts program. Camp is 40 minutes from Asheville, NC in the town of Brevard. Director must have an interest in children and in overall camp community.
  • Benefits: salary based on experience, room, board, laundry and a positive work environment. Employment from June2 - August 15th, 2008. Contact Gretchen Greene: 828-883-2181 or gretchen@campillahee.com.
  • Website: www.campillahee.com

Camp Glen Arden

Located: Tuxedo, North Carolina
Type: Residential girls' summer camp

E-mail Address: tajarden@aol.com
Position Available: Cabin Counselor
Salary Range: $1,575-$1,725
  • Camp Glen Arden is a private all-girls summer camp located in western North Carolina. The job of a cabin counselor is an experience that is fun and rewarding, as well as challenging. Duties include; being responsible for 4-6 girls in a cabin between the ages of 6-17, teaching one or two of the 21 activities offered at Glen Arden, and assisting in the running and organization of camp wide activities. Counselors must also have a general love and desire to mold the lives and experiences of campers, as well as a variety of interests.
  • Benefits include: competitive salary based on age and experience, one 24 hour period off per week, linens and laundry included on campus, the opportunity to meet and connect with staff and campers from all over the country, as well as living in the beautiful scenery and nature of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
  • Counselors should have a cheery disposition, patience, and a willingness to lend a hand. Working as a summer camp counselor is one of the most rewarding and exciting summer jobs available; come join the Glen Arden Staff!
  • Website: www.campglenarden.com

Camp Glen Arden

Located: Tuxedo, North Carolina
Type: Residential girls' summer camp

E-mail Address: tajarden@aol.com
Position Available: Activity Instructors
Salary Range: Varies- please inquire
  • Positions available for the upcoming summer: Waterfront and Swimming Instructor (WSI certified), Woodworker, Wilderness/Rock Climbing Trip Leader (preferably with Wilderness First Aid or Wilderness First Responder Certification), Sailor.
  • Live in a rustic camping environment surrounded by natural beauty, towering hemlocks and waterfalls.
  • Competitive Salary with one 24 hour day off a week.
  • Website: www.campglenarden.com

Keystone Camp

Located: Brevard, North Carolina
Type: Residential girls' summer camp

E-mail Address: info@KeystoneCamp.com
Position Available: Adventure Trip Staff
Salary Range:
  • JOB DESCRIPTION: Adventure Trip Staff Counselors will organize and instruct in one or more of our adventure sports and rock climbing, canoeing, and/or hiking and camping; will schedule and lead off-camp trips.
  • QUALIFICATIONS: Must be at least 19 or finished first year in college; have experience in the outdoors and our advneture sports; must love children; must be motivated, confident, and enthusiastic!
  • BENEFITS: Competitive salary; room, board, and laundry included; gain more certifications for job; learn about yourself; play in the outdoors all summer!
  • Website: www.keystonecamp.com

Keystone Camp

Located: Brevard, North Carolina
Type: Residential girls' summer camp

E-mail Address: info@KeystoneCamp.com
Position Available: Camp Counselors
Salary Range:
  • JOB DESCRIPTION: Counselors are first and foremost role models for our campers by being their cabin counselor as well as activity instructor, teaching one of our 18 traditional camp activities during the 10-week program.
  • QUALIFICATIONS: Must be at least 19 or finished first year in college; must love being with children; must be energetic, caring, and a great role model for children.
  • BENEFITS: Competitive salary; room, board, and laundry included; live in a small, family oriented community; play with children in the outdoors all summer!
  • Website: www.keystonecamp.com

Camp Ginger Cascades

Located: Lenoir, North Carolina
Type: Residential girls' summer camp

E-mail Address: camp@cvgirlscouts.org
Position Available: Unit Counselor/Leader
Salary Range: $190-300/wk (based on experience)
  • Camp Ginger Cascades offers traditional and high adventure camp activities. On-site climbing wall, challenge course, lake, and cascades add to the fun!
  • Separate sleeping accommodations from campers; daily free time; staff lounge; laundry facilities.
  • Guide campers in program areas and girl decision making.
  • Website: www.cvgirlscouts.org/camp_ginger/staff_positions.htm

Camp Ginger Cascades

Located: Lenoir, North Carolina
Type: Residential girls' summer camp

E-mail Address: camp@cvgirlscouts.org
Position Available: Specialized Instructors
Salary Range: $200-325/wk (based on experience)
  • Able to teach swimming, canoeing, arts and crafts, or nature.
  • Ability to develop and organize activities for each session, maintain supplies and equipment, and have FUN!
  • Separate sleeping accommodations from campers; daily free time; staff lounge; laundry facilities.
  • Website: www.cvgirlscouts.org/camp_ginger/staff_positions.htm

Turtle Island Preserve Summer Camps

Located: Triplett, North Carolina
Type: Residential summer camp with separate sessions for boys and girls

E-mail Address: mail@turtleislandpreserve.com
Position Available: Cook
Salary Range: negotiable per experience
  • Open fire and wood cook stove food preparation
  • Totally non-electrical natural setting
  • Prepare foods fresh from our bountiful summer gardens
  • Website: www.turtleislandpreserve.com

Turtle Island Preserve Summer Camps

Located: Triplett, North Carolina
Type: Residential summer camp with separate sessions for boys and girls

E-mail Address: mail@turtleislandpreserve.com
Position Available: Camp Counselor
Salary Range: negotiable per experience
  • extraordinary grounds and wilderness for discovery
  • hone primitve skills and teach in undisturbed wilderness
  • overnight excursions, campfire programs, friendships and leadership opportunites
  • Website: www.turtleislandpreserve.com

Camp Merrie-Woode

Located: Sapphire, North Carolina
Type: Residential girls' summer camp

E-mail Address: julie@merriewoode.com
Position Available: Activity Instructors/Counselor
Salary Range: Competitive pay
  • We look for staff who have completed at least one year of college, who are of high moral character, who love working with children, have a positive attitude, lots of energy and willingness to be a role model to young girls.
  • Counselors teach up to four activity periods daily and live in cabins with the campers. Activities include archery, arts and crafts, canoeing and kayaking, ceramics, chorus, climbing, dance, drama, backpacking, caving, fly-fishing, landsports, nature, photography, riding, sailing, swimming, tennis, tumbling, weaving, and woodworking. The ten-week program has three sessions (3, 5 and 2week).
  • Salary is based on age and experience and includes room, board, and laundry.
  • Website: www.merriewoode.com

Camp Merrie-Woode

Located: Sapphire, North Carolina
Type: Residential girls' summer camp

E-mail Address: julie@merriewoode.com
Position Available: Trip Leaders
Salary Range: Competitive pay
  • The Mountaineering Program includes a high ropes course, teams course, rock climbing - indoor and outside, backpacking - overnights, day hikes, several day backpacking trips, and caving. Mountaineers need to possess strong leadership and organizational skills with orienteering, first aid, climbing and backpacking skills, and ropes facilitation.
  • Staff must have extensive experiences in an outdoor setting. WFR (preferred), WAFA, or WFA required. Outward Bound, NOLS, or the equivalent graduate preferred.
  • Salaries are individually determined and based on your age, experience, and skills. Housing, food, and laundry are provided. All staff have 36 hours per week leave.
  • Website: www.merriewoode.com

American Dance Training Camp

Located: Locations in Stratton Mountain, VT; Squaw Valley, CA; Nantahala Village, NC; Winter Park, Colorado
Type: Girls' Camp with Residential & Day Camp Sessions

E-mail Address: ADTC@ASDance.com
Position Available: Lifeguard
Salary Range: $525 +

American Dance Training Camp

Located: Locations in Stratton Mountain, VT; Squaw Valley, CA; Nantahala Village, NC; Winter Park, Colorado
Type: Girls' Camp with Residential & Day Camp Sessions

E-mail Address: ADTC@ASDance.com
Position Available: Nurse
Salary Range: $500 +

Rockbrook Camp

Located: Brevard, NC
Type: Residential girls' camp

E-mail Address: office@rockbrookcamp.com
Position Available: Cabin Counselor/Instructor
Salary Range: $2000-2225
  • Rockbrook Camp, a private camp for girls, is seeking caring staff to serve as cabin counselor and activity instructors. Potential staff must enjoy working with young people in a camp environment.
  • Staff are responsible for living and working in a cabin group, teaching an activity and assisting with all camp programs.
  • Salary is based on experience. Room, board and laundry are provided. Additional pay for training and/or certification in camp related fields.
  • Website: www.rockbrookcamp.com

Rockbrook Camp

Located: Brevard, NC
Type: Residential girls' camp

E-mail Address: office@rockbrookcamp.com
Position Available: Outdoor Adventure Specialist
Salary Range: $2000-2700
  • Rockbrook Camp, a private camp for girls is seeking caring staff that enjoys working with young people in a camp environment.
  • Outdoor staff are responsible for planning, leading and instructing outdoor adventure activities such as whitewater paddling, rock climbing, climbing tower, mountain biking and backpacking. Experience in specific field is necessary.
  • Salary is based on experience. Room, board and laundry are provided. Additional pay for trainig and/or certification in camp related fields.
  • Website: www.rockbrookcamp.com

Camp Crestridge

Located: Ridgecrest, North Carolina
Type: Residential girls' summer camp

E-mail Address: UNCRON@aol.com
Position Available: Counselor
Salary Range: $195/week + room and board
  • Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina is Camp Crestridge for Girls. This incredible summer camp offers unique experiences just 20 minutes east of Asheville, North Carolina. The camp staff are passionate about helping campers grow the whole self: physically, mentally, socially, and spiritually.
  • Opportunities for paid ministry are available in many different areas. The greatest need is for camp counselors. The role of a counselor is rooted in service, loving kids unconditionally, and sharing Christ in daily life. Counselors can teach in a variety of areas including Soccer, Basketball, Softball, Gymnastics, Drama, Archery, Riflery, Crafts, Singing, Outdoor Living, Bible Study, Horseback, Guitar, and much more. We have additional positions for activity directors, junior counselors, adventure staff, laundry staff, office staff, photojournalists, drivers, and food service staff.
  • Base counselor salaries begin at $195/week plus food and lodging. Counselors live in cabins with campers and receive 2.5 days off per two-week session. Internship opportunities are available. Employment begins May 30 for 8 days of paid training and runs through August 8. Counselors must be 18 and finished with their freshman year of college. Join us for an amazing summer of fun, ministry, and growth.
  • Website: www.ridgecrestcamps.com

Camp Crestridge

Located: Ridgecrest, North Carolina
Type: Residential girls' summer camp

E-mail Address: UNCRON@aol.com
Position Available: Junior Counselor / "Jet"
Salary Range: $135/week + room and board
  • Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina is Camp Crestridge for Girls. This incredible summer camp offers unique experiences just 20 minutes east of Asheville, North Carolina. The camp staff are passionate about helping campers grow the whole self: physically, mentally, socially, and spiritually.
  • Opportunities for paid ministry are available in many different areas. We have a strong need for excellent Junior Counselors who are excited about learning and responsibility. The role of a Junior Counselor is rooted in service, loving kids unconditionally, and sharing Christ in daily life. JC's can teach in a variety of areas including Soccer, Basketball, Softball, Gymnastics, Drama, Archery, Riflery, Crafts, Singing, Outdoor Living, Bible Study, Horseback, Guitar, and much more. We have additional positions for activity directors, counselors, adventure staff, laundry staff, office staff, photojournalists, drivers, and food service staff.
  • Base "Jet" salaries begin at $135/week plus food and lodging. Jets live in cabins with campers and receive 2.5 days off per two-week session. Employment begins May 30 with 8 days of paid training and runs through August 8. Jets must be 17 and finished with their junior year of high school. Join us for an amazing summer of fun, ministry, and growth.
  • Website: www.ridgecrestcamps.com

Camp Ton-A-Wandah

Located: Hendersonville, North Carolina
Type: Residential girls' summer camp

E-mail Address: info@camptonawandah.com
Position Available: Head Staff
Salary Range: Up to $350/wk or tuition exchange
  • Camp Nurse (RN and LPN)
  • Area Head Counselor
  • Office Assistance/Photography/Web Support
  • Website: www.camptonawandah.com

Camp Ton-A-Wandah

Located: Hendersonville, North Carolina
Type: Residential girls' summer camp

E-mail Address: info@camptonawandah.com
Position Available: Cabin Counselor/Activity Instructor
Salary Range: $200 - $275
  • Waterfront Instructor - Certified Lifeguard/WSI and/or ACA Canoe & Kayak
  • Rock Climbing/Ropes Course Instructor
  • Horseback Riding Instructor - Hunt Seat Equitation
  • Website: www.camptonawandah.com

Camp Green Cove

Located: Tuxedo, NC
Type: Residential girls' camp

E-mail Address: greencove@greencove.com
Position Available: Counselor / Outdoor Educator
Salary Range: competitive
  • We are a noncompetitive, non-regimented camp focused on fun, growth and instruction. We need people who enjoy working and living with children and have skills in: backpacking, traditional climbing, mountain biking, whitewater canoeing and kayaking, sailing, horseback riding (English), mountain biking, swimming, environmental education, tennis and arts and crafts. Extensive tripping program. Come put your leadership skills to work!
  • Everyone who works at Green Cove has three basic responsibilities: 1) Teaching skills and leading trips in an outdoor activity. 2) Working directly with kids as a counselor, advisor, and advocate constantly. For most staff, this means living with 5 or 6 kids in a cabin unit. 3) Participation and influence as a member of the camp community.
  • QUAL: Must be at least 18 years of age. Must have completed at least one year of undergraduate study at a college or university (or equivalent). Should have experience in and be willing to teach one or more of our activities (some training provided). BNFTS: Salaries are individually determined… based on your age, experience and skills. Our salaries compare favorably with most other camps and rise as you prove yourself. All food and lodging is provided. Time off: everyone gets 36 hours per week leave (a day and 2 nights). DATES: May 27th - Aug. 8th, 2007
  • Website: www.greencove.com

Camp Hollymont for Girls

Located: Asheville, NC
Type: Residential girls' summer camp

E-mail Address: camp@hollymont.com
Position Available: Camp Nurse
  • Seeking Registered Nurses
  • Two week sessions available
  • May bring daughter (age 6 - 15)
  • Website: www.hollymont.com

Camp Merri-Mac

Located: Black Mountain, NC
Type: Residential girls' summer camp

E-mail Address: mail@merri-mac.com
Position Available: Counselor
Salary Range: $1550-2000
  • Teach a discipline during the day
  • Live in a cabin and pour your life into girls for the summer
  • Outstanding Christian Staff
  • Website: www.merri-mac.com

Camp Merri-Mac

Located: Black Mountain, NC
Type: Residential girls' summer camp

E-mail Address: mail@merri-mac.com
Position Available: Trip Staff
Salary Range: $1550-2000
  • Proficient Climber or Kayaker.
  • Lead 4 to 6 trips a week in beautiful Blue Ridge Mounain region.
  • Assist the administration with running the Wilderness Program at camp.
  • Website: www.merri-mac.com

Camp Cheerio YMCA

Located: High Point, NC
Type: Residential camp with separate girls' and coed sessions

E-mail Address: director@campcheerio.org
Position Available: Counselors / Trip Leaders
Salary Range: $165 - 215 per week
  • Beautiful Mountain Setting!
  • Free Room/Board & Laundry, too!
  • Looking for dedicated and enthusiastic staff to make a positive difference in the life of a child.
  • Website: www.campcheerio.org

Camp Cheerio YMCA

Located: High Point, NC
Type: Residential camp with separate girls' and coed sessions

E-mail Address: director@campcheerio.org
Position Available: Climbing, Equestrian, & Aquatics Directors
Salary Range: $185 and up depending on experience
  • Beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina and Virginia!
  • Free Room/Board & Laundry, too!
  • Looking for dedicated and enthusiastic staff to make a positive difference in the life of a child.
  • Website: www.campcheerio.org

Camp Flintlock-Colonial Summer Camp

Located: Four Oaks, NC
Type: Residential camp with separate sessions for boys and girls ages 9 to 15

E-mail Address: info-northcarolina@campflintlock.com
Position Available: Counselor
Salary Range: $150/wk
  • Room and board as well as colonial clothing
  • Learn the benefit of 18th century camping for yourself.
  • Website: www.campflintlock.com

Camp Flintlock-Colonial Summer Camp

Located: Four Oaks, NC
Type: Residential camp with separate sessions for boys and girls ages 9 to 15

E-mail Address: info-northcarolina@campflintlock.com
Position Available: Junior Counselor
Salary Range: $50/wk
  • Room and board as well as colonial clothing
  • Learn the benifit of 18th century camping for yourself.
  • Website: www.campflintlock.com

Camp Kahdalea

Located: Brevard, NC
Type: Residential girls' camp

E-mail Address: office@kahdalea.com
Position Available: Staff
Salary Range: $1000 & up
  • An awesome place to work! Great location, great people and lifelong friendships develop!
  • Camp sessions are about 4 and 5 weeks so you have TIME with the same kids and staff! They don't change every week.
  • Brother-Sister Camps, about a mile apart. Super chapels, super activities. Lots of work, but lots and lots of fun! It's sooo wonderful!
  • Website: www.kahdalea.com


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