Employment Opportunities

Berkeley Carroll is a Pre-K through grade 12 college-preparatory school of 1,000 students located in the Park Slope section of Brooklyn in New York City. Our vibrant intellectual community draws students from all over the city. Admission to the school is competitive, and both our parents and students value achievement and community.

The Berkeley Carroll School is seeking a full-time Counselor-In-Training (CIT) for its children’s summer camp for the summer of 2026.  Reporting directly to head counselors, faculty and program administrators, CITs oversee the safety and well-being of a group of 20 campers for the duration of the camp.  They help plan and implement age-appropriate recreational and educational activities for campers on a daily basis.

Dates & Hours 

June 24 - August 7, 2026 

Monday - Friday: 8:00 am - 4:00m pm

Must be available to work at least two consecutive sessions of camp

Responsibilities: 

• Aid in the supervision of summer program participants 
• Assist the counselors and teachers in daily administration of the summer programs, including but not limited to the following: ensuring the well-being and safety of all participants, administering games and activities, assisting with courses, maintaining a fun and safe environment for the participants, keeping facilities clean and assisting with signing participants in and out each day.
• Other camp duties, as assigned

Job Requirements: 

• Must be a rising 10th or 11th grader in high school 
• An interest in working with children
• The ability to be a cooperative member of a team
• The desire to learn and improve on leadership and communication skills
• Flexibility and openness to trying new activities and programs

Berkeley Carroll is committed to creating an environment that includes a diversity of perspectives and to cultivating an equitable, inclusive learning community in which everyone has a true sense of belonging. Candidates with a demonstrated commitment to, and experience with, diversity, equity or inclusion work are especially encouraged to apply.

This is a seasonal position with a salary of $315/week for incoming CIT’s and $355/week for returning CITs,

To apply: 

Candidates should send a cover letter, resume with a list of references, and completed Berkeley Carroll Employment Application found on berkeleycarroll.org to BC Summer Programs at summer@berkeleycarroll.org. Resumes can include academic achievements and co-curriculars, as well as volunteer work. Please write “Camp Counselor in Training Application” and your first and last name in the subject line.

Learn more about our Summer Program here!