Counselor In Training (CIT) - Summer 2026
Company: Scouting America Orange County Council
Location: Newport Beach
Posted on: February 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Salary: Volunteer Position
Overview Of The Position CIT's assist in implementing programs in
conjunction with the instructors. Responsible for providing
customer service, class/activity assistance, and classroom
management. Adhere to Newport Sea Base health and safety standards.
Needs to be enthusiastic, patient, helpful, and comfortable with
public speaking and engaging youth. Must adhere to National BSA
aquatics policies, all state and local boating safety laws, and
environmental regulations. Must be able to swim.You must be at
least 13 years old, be certified in CPR and First Aid, and attain
your CA Boater's Card (if working on the water) upon being
hired.Directly reports to Lead Instructors and Program Director.
Primary Responsibilities/Duties Participate in mandatory summer
staff training week Assists instructors with teaching classes Helps
with keeping children attentive, engaged, and respectful Ensures
youth are safe and supervised at all times Communicates thoroughly
and effectively with other program staff and lead instructors. Be a
positive role model and mentor to youth participants. Enforce
appropriate student-discipline procedures. Teach youth how to use
equipment and materials safely. Assist in taking roll of students
on provided rosters. Keep children in close proximity, and be aware
of their whereabouts at all times. Report program/equipment
shortcomings or problems to supervisor immediately. Arrive 15
minutes before class begins to ensure class materials, photocopies
and classroom is prepared. Ensure proper set-up, usage, and
clean-up of the facility, equipment, classrooms, and docks. In
partnership with lead instructors, be responsible for program
supply inventory, request supplies with proper lead time for
ordering, and manage expenses to stay within budget. Other duties
as assigned by supervisor. * Will be Conducting Interviews mid
Jan-End of Feb Summer Camp Dates & Hours: June 1-August 14; Monday
through Friday Varies, maximum-40 hrs per week Mandatory Summer
Training: Track A - June 1-5 (8a-4p) OR Track B (only if still in
school during Track A) Alternative abridged training available for
those still in school
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