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Volunteer as a Camp Counselor in Italy

Have you ever imagined what is like to live in Italy like a local? Discover the country, the people, and the traditions.

This immersion program allows English native speakers to become CAMP COUNSELORS in Italy while living a very rewarding experience. Thanks to your help, young Italian students will be able to improve their English level and know your culture.

You will become a part of the local community and have the chance to create an incredible bond with Italian kids and teens.

Posted: October 2023
This is a Direct to School Job

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LocationCupra Marittima, Italy, Europe
Start DateJune 2024
Eligible CandidatesUniversity Graduate, Licensed Teacher, ESL Instructor, Vocational/Technical Instructor, College/University Faculty
Student LevelAll Levels
Number of Vacancies30

Job Benefits

  • Meals: 3 meals a day included
  • Accommodation: At camp location, in shared bedrooms with other counselors
  • Pre-departure material and useful orientation information
  • Safe camp counselor position assigned before departure
  • Orientation after the arrival
  • Teaching material
  • Professional Italian staff to provide supervision and guidance throughout your stay
  • Transportation: Return trip from the designed meeting point in Italy to the camp venue. A precise meeting point and time will be communicated later on.
  • Not included: flights, any personal expenses,  or anything not expressed above

Qualifications and Requirements

Education RequiredHigh School Diploma
Work Visa EligibilityUnited States (USA), United Kingdom (UK), Canada, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Albania, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Sweden
Additional School Requirements

Qualifications:

  • English speakers from 20 to 35 years old, with a college degree or attending college/university. Alternatively, a TEFL certificate or a previous camp experience is accepted as well.
  • Good physical health and have lots of enthusiasm and energy to share with the kids.
  • We accept American, Australian, Canadian, Kiwi, South African, and European Participants.

What is required

  • Registration Form
  • Id (European)/ Passport (Non-European)
  • Police check clearance (only after final confirmation)
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination and/or negative swab test 48 hours before arrival may be required (at the moment it is not required)
  • Administration Fee