The MVP (Most Valuable Player) program serves campers ages 10–12, providing a dynamic and development-focused camp experience tailored to the unique needs of young pre-teen athletes. MVP camp emphasizes independence, confidence-building, skill development, and fun. MVP counselors bring energy, creativity, flexibility, and leadership as they guide campers through structured sports sessions, downtime activities, and exciting off-campus adventures across Florida.

The MVP Camp Counselor, Summer 2026 is responsible for leading, supervising, engaging, and supporting MVP campers throughout their daily schedule. Counselors manage check-in points during the day—where they run games, lead group activities, and ensure smooth transitions between sports, meals, and events. MVP counselors engage campers of varying skill, comfort, and maturity levels, and help create a positive, inclusive, high-energy environment. This role includes escorting campers on off-campus trips throughout Florida and may require evening and weekend availability.

Key Responsibilities:

Camper Engagement & Daily Activity Leadership -

• Lead check-in points throughout the day and engage campers in games, team activities, and age-appropriate competitions.
• Provide energetic, enthusiastic involvement in all daily activities, ensuring every camper feels included, supported, and motivated.
• Maintain flexibility when working with campers of diverse personalities, interests, and skill levels.
• Create engaging downtime experiences that promote fun, community, and personal growth.

Supervision & Safety -

• Supervise MVP campers (ages 10–12) across campus including fields, sports complexes, dining areas, and common spaces.
• Escort and oversee campers during off-campus trips across various Florida locations, ensuring safety, structure, and enjoyment.
• Support adherence to IMG Academy rules, standards, and behavior guidelines.
• Monitor camper behavior, participation, well-being, and interactions, addressing concerns promptly and appropriately.

Communication & Camper Support -

• Serve as a positive role model and approachable mentor for MVP campers.
• Communicate effectively with coaches, administrative staff, and parents as needed.
• Assist campers with transitions, social dynamics, and daily routines.
• Help acclimate campers to camp expectations, sports schedules, and community norms.

Program Operations -

• Contribute to planning and facilitating recreational activities and experiences for MVP campers.
• Help maintain a positive, healthy, enriching camp environment.
• Participate in emergency and safety procedures including weather protocols, illnesses, injuries, or crisis situations.
• Communicate regularly with Student Life Leadership regarding camper successes, challenges, and noteworthy updates.
• Perform other duties as assigned to ensure a smooth and successful camp operation.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree completed or in progress (education, recreation, youth development, sports, or related fields preferred).
• Strong customer service abilities and communication skills.
• Experience engaging with youth, especially pre-teen age groups (10–12 preferred).
• High energy, adaptability, and comfort interacting with large groups of students.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with PC systems and MS Office.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual or multilingual
• Previous summer camp or youth sports experience
• Background in recreation, education, or counseling
• First Aid and CPR Certification
• Experience in crisis response or conflict mediation
• Experience as a youth or collegiate athlete

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Ability to lift, move, push, and pull items over 40 lbs.
• Comfortable being outdoors in Florida weather for extended periods.
• Must be able to move throughout campus including fields, courts, gyms, and turfs.
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Background Requirements:

• Requires a background check upon offer
• Requires a drug test upon offer

Don’t meet every single requirement? We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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