Clone of 2025 HMC Employment Application

Thank you for your interest in a seasonal position (May 27 - July 31) at High Meadows Summer Day Camp in Roswell, Georgia!

Some facts about this job:

All employees must be at least 18 years old by June 1, 2026. 17 year old graduating High School Seniors may also be considered. There is also an exception for certifed Lifeguards (must be at least 16 years old).

This is a full-time, seasonal job. Mandatory training dates are May 27 and May 29. The summer season runs from June 1 to July 31. High Meadows operates three 3-week sessions. Hiring prioirty is given to candidates that can commit to the entire 9 weeks of camp with no more than two days off per session. We may also hire candidates that can commit to one or two full sessions of camp.

All employees work 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm. Transportation, meals, and lodging are not provided.

Salaries begin at $600 per 40 hour week for first-year staff members. Pay periods are bi-weekly with one week of processing time.

We serve children ages 5 to 14 in an active, outdoor program. We spend the majority of each day visiting activity areas all across our 40 acre campus, including a barnyard, swimming pool, archery ranges, playing fields, and forest trails. There are no air-conditioned spaces regularly available. Lunch is eaten with campers or is a planning time with other staff members.

We are seeking outstanding candidates with demonstrated experience and interest in working with children. Our staff members are all role models and mentors for campers. We work in a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming community, positively impacting and enriching lives, including our own!

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Age as of June 1, 2026:*

Under 18 (graduated CITs, Graduating High School Seniors, or certified lifeguards only)18 - 2021 and older

Applicants must be 18 by June 1, unless one of the following apply:*

I am a certified Lifeguard and am applying to work at the pool.I have graduated / will be graduating High School by June 1st.I have successfully completed the High Meadows Counselor-In-Training Program.

Position(s) applying for: (You can find job descriptions at https://highmeadowscamp.org/our-staff/employment-opportunities/*

Group Counselor for campers entering grades K - 4Activity Specialist for campers entering grades K - 4Seniors Counselor for campers entering grades 5 -9Lifeguard / Swim Instructor (must have valid certification)Other

Dates of training / employment fall between May 26 and July 31. Please indicate if there is any time during this period when you would not be able to work. Hiring preference is given to applicants who are able to commit to the entire summer.*

Dates unable to work

Indicate activities in which you have an interest, are knowledgeable or skilled, or can teach. *

	Interested	Experience or Skill	Able to Instruct
Animal Care
Archery
Arts & Crafts
Dance
Darkroom Photography
Medieval Life
Native Lore
Nature
Outdoor Skills
Performing Arts
Pioneering
Pony Rides and Care
Science
Sports
Swimming
Team Building
Traditional Skills and Games
Woodworking

How did you find out about High Meadows Summer Day Camp?*

How did you find out about High Meadows camp?

How do our Mission, Statement on Inclusion and Diversity, and Guiding Principles resonate with you? (Please visit https://highmeadowscamp.org/about-us/goals-mission/ to learn more.)*

EDUCATION

Indicate your educational experience and list the last two schools you have attended or are attending. If applicable, include major studies and degree granted.

Please indicate your highest formal education level anticipated by June 2026:*

Most Recent School*

School (City, State), Major Subjects, Degree Granted

Other School

School (City, State), Major Subjects, Degree Granted

Please list any recognitions or achievements you received during your academic career:

Please list any extracurricular activities you have been involved in or any specialized courses you have taken that would be of benefit to working at camp:

Please check any certifications you have that will be valid through the summer:

How do you feel your education, experience, and interests have prepared you for working with children in a summer day camp setting?*

CAMP EXPERIENCE

List the camps you have attended as a camper or as a staff member.

Camp 1

Camp Name (City, State), Camper or Staff?, Position (if staff)

Camp 2

Camp Name (City, State), Camper or Staff?, Position (if staff)

Camp 3

Camp Name (City, State), Camper or Staff?, Position (if staff)

How can a child's life be enriched by a summer day camp experience?*

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

List all present and past employment, beginning with the most recent.

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Dates of Employment:

Reason for Leaving:

May we contact this employer?

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How has your work history prepared you for a job at summer day camp and for working with both campers and other staff members?*

PERSONAL REFERENCES

Please list four (4) people who can personally attest to your work ethic, character, and ability. Do not include relatives or fellow students. Please direct them to this reference link and ask them to complete it as soon as possible.

https://form.jotform.com/243365765177972

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High Meadows Summer Day Camp provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and staff without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other class protected by law, except in limited instances when age or gender considerations are bona fide occupational requirements.

I authorize investigation of all statements contained within this application and release High Meadows School, Inc. and all others from liability in connection with the same. I understand that if employed I will be an at-will employee, and that the employee or employer is free to terminate my employment at any time and for any or no reason. I also understand that any untrue, misleading, or omitted information herein may result in termination, regardless of the time of discovery by the employer. I further give permission, upon offer of employment, to undergo a criminal background investigation and to submit to any drug or physical test required by the employer.

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All statements become part of any future employee personnel files.

Rev. 11/2025

HIGH MEADOWS SUMMER DAY CAMP