Camp America New Zealand

What We're Looking For

 


What we look for, over and above everything else, is the following...

 

Enthusiasm

On the phone, email, at your interview, and in your application.

 

Effort

Prove to us in your application this is what you really want.

 

Big smiles

In your photos, when we meet you, and of course - at camp.

 

Friendliness

You must be able to get on with all types of people.

 

Flexibility

Show us you are flexible (not physically but mentally) and don't get fazed easily.

 

And that you enjoy kids

and can handle being around lots of them 24 hours a day, for 8+ weeks, and that you have great skills to offer camps.

 

Please read the reference criteria before your interview.

Golfing At Camp America

Skills that are in high demand by camps are:

 

    • Windsurfing
    • Archery
    • Canoeing
    • Gymnastics
    • Golf
    • High Ropes
    • Low Ropes
    • Kayaking
    • Motorboat driving
    • Riding
    • Riflery
    • Sailing
    • Scuba
    • Tennis
    • Waterskiing
    • Ceramics
    • Woodwork
    • Fencing
    • Lifeguards
  

 Also

  • Good experience in a high demand skill means; 1-2 years consistent experience with a reference from a coach mentioning strong ability.
  • Primary and Secondary teachers are also sought after.
  • We are also always looking for older applicants (over 19) who have good references, and good sports or outdoor skills.
  • Here are some certification courses which we know will help you get a place at camp....

 

We want you if...

  • You are 18 years by 1st June.
  • Being 19 and over helps with your placement chances.
  • 18 year olds must be certified in one of the High Demand skills above and be available by June 5 to be interviewed.
  • We have no upper age limit.
  • You are an enthusiastic student, youth worker, teacher or just someone with specialist or childcare skills who is patient and caring.
  • You're adaptable and flexible, prepared to 'put in' and give your 'all'.
  • You have no criminal record and agree for us to order a criminal record check on your behalf.
  • You can supply two written references that meet our criteria that testify to your suitability for the role.
  • You have a passport that is valid for 3 months after your return date.
  • You are available to leave NZ before June 20 for at least nine weeks until August 20.

 

Skills less sought after

Soccer is not a skill you will be able to teach at camp because all the UK participants who apply for soccer have FAA Coaching qualifications.

Drama is not a high demand skill - do not focus on drama as your main skill if you want to have a good chance of placement.

Remember - you are teaching children - not Olympic level - so if you think you can teach a child how to do It - you'll probably be perfect for Camp.