Counselor - Math Summer Camp

Are you passionate about math, excited to mentor young students, and eager to create a supportive and fun camp environment? National Math Camps is looking for enthusiastic counselors to join our summer math camps for mathematically talented middle school students in Summer 2025. As a counselor, you’ll play a vital role as a leader, mentor, and role model, helping to create an inclusive and inspiring camp experience where students can discover the joy and challenge of mathematics within a supportive community.

Counselors will receive pedagogical training and mentorship from faculty, giving you hands-on experience in fostering engaging and collaborative learning environments. This is a unique opportunity to inspire young mathematicians, develop your leadership skills, and be part of a vibrant camp community.

This job posting is for Camp Conway, which will be held at Harvey Mudd College in Claremont, CA. However, we're also hiring for Camp Sierpinski, which will be held at Saint Mary's School in Raleigh, NC. Each camp will host two 2-week sessions. Counselors are required to work both sessions of their assigned camp and participate in onsite pre-camp training. Applicants must have graduated high school and be at least 18 years old by the start of camp. College graduates or those entering their final year of college may also qualify for our Senior Counselor position. You can see more details about the Senior Counselor position here. 

What You'll Do: 

• Supervise campers: Ensure campers’ safety and well-being during all camp activities, including meals, classes, and recreational periods.
• Mentor campers: Lead a small group of 5–10 students, offering regular check-ins, guidance, and support to help them navigate camp life.
• Plan and lead activities: Create and run engaging extracurricular activities, like board games, karaoke, soccer, ultimate frisbee, or something uniquely tied to your interests!
• Support math learning: Serve as a Learning Assistant in math classes, helping to create an engaging and supportive environment. Work with small groups or individual students, encouraging exploration and modeling how to embrace challenges as a natural and rewarding part of learning.
• Foster community: Build meaningful relationships with campers and contribute to a welcoming, inclusive, and joyful camp culture.
• Assist with events: Help plan and run all-camp events like talent shows, team competitions, or field trips.
• Document camper progress: Regularly record observations about campers in your counselor group, classes, and activities.

What We're Looking For:

• You'll be at least 18 years old and have graduated high school by the camp’s start date.
• You’re comfortable with proof-based mathematics, and ideally have some experience with discrete mathematics.
• You love math and care deeply about teaching and inspiring others. You’re excited to share your enthusiasm, learn alongside our campers, and help them experience those magical “aha!” moments.
• You’ve worked with kids in some capacity (even informal roles like babysitting count).
• You are responsible, flexible, and proactive. You take initiative, work well with others, and can be trusted to help create a smooth and successful camp experience.
• You have excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to create connections and foster a welcoming environment.
• You have interests and hobbies outside of math that you’re excited to share with our campers.
• Previous experience with summer math camps, math circles, or other math enrichment programs is a plus, but is not required.
• Previous experience as a learning assistant, teaching assistant, or tutor is a plus, but is not required.

Logistics:

• Location: Harvey Mudd College & Scripps College, Claremont, CA
• Dates: Counselors must be on-site for 6/12 - 7/13. This includes an on-site training period plus two 2-week camp sessions.
• Compensation: Compensation is $3,500 for the period listed above, plus room, board, and roundtrip travel.

Counselors will live on-site in dormitories with the campers and work collaboratively with faculty and other staff to ensure a safe, engaging, and unforgettable camp experience.

Why Join Us:

As a counselor, you’ll not only make a meaningful impact on the lives of young math enthusiasts but will also have the opportunity to:

• Build your leadership, mentoring, and teaching skills while working directly with students and supporting their growth.
• Plan and lead activities based on YOUR interests, and have fun doing it!
• Work closely with faculty and peers who share your passion for math and education, creating a collaborative and inspiring camp community
• Create lasting memories and connections with an incredible group of campers and staff.
• Grow with us: Use your counselor experience as a stepping stone to becoming a faculty member or even camp director in the future.
• Be part of something big: Join the ground floor of a growing initiative!

If you’re excited to mentor young students, share your love of math, and help create an unforgettable camp experience, we’d love to have you join us. Together, we can create something extraordinary!