Join a team that makes camp unforgettable for kids—and meaningful for staff.
At Monkey Business Camp, we spend our days outdoors playing games, making art, laughing with kids, and building community together. Staff often describe camp as joyful, supportive, and a place where friendships and memories last long after camp ends.
Current Openings
School Break Camps 2026–2027 — On-Site Day Camp Staff
Applications are now open for Autumn, Winter, February, and Spring Break Camps. We hire Site Directors, Group Leaders, Counselors, and Support/Floaters, with openings varying by camp and current staffing needs.
See the dates and requirements.
Summer 2027— Summer staff applications generally open in late December or early January.
“Working at Monkey Business Camp was such a wonderful experience. Being hired to play, have fun, and show love to amazing kids — all with a supportive staff team — was incredibly fulfilling!” —Former Staff
Seasonal Positions & Pay Overview
Camp hours are generally 8:30–4:30. Staff typically begin up to 30 minutes before camp and may finish up to 30 minutes afterward, depending on the program, role, and daily responsibilities. Specific hours are included in each application.
| Position | Main Focus | Pay Range |
|---|---|---|
| Site Director | Lead camp, mentor staff & Youth Leaders, connect with families | $22.58–$27.58/hr |
| Group Leader | Support the Site Director, manage daily details, help lead the program | $19.58–$22.58/hr |
| Counselor | Engage with kids, co-create activities, support the team | $19.18+/hr |
| Support/Floater | Support groups and staff wherever needed | Varies |
Full Position Descriptions
Site Directors
Leads camp in close collaboration with the staff team. Builds rapport with families, mentors staff and Youth Leaders, keeps the daily program running smoothly, and helps bring the fun and magic of camp to life.
Group Leaders
Supports the Site Director in leading the program, managing daily details, and helping camp run smoothly. May greet families at drop-off and pick-up and occasionally step in as Site Director for the day. Group Leaders are active members of the camp team and program.
Counselors
Engages directly with kids, co-creates and leads activities, supports daily rhythms, helps with set-up and clean-up, and works with children through social moments, boundaries, and conflicts with care and guidance. Most Counselors are 16+, though occasionally slightly younger staff join if they’ve grown up at camp and the team is large enough. Staff under 18 need a California work permit; we’ll help guide you through the process.
Support/Floater
An important, flexible member of the camp team who is usually connected with one main group while also stepping in to support other groups and staff as needed. Builds rapport with campers across groups, follows the daily schedule to be where support is needed, and adapts easily as plans and staffing needs change. May cover staff breaks or absences and, depending on experience, step into different staff or leadership roles when needed.
Summer Commitment Bonuses
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Staff who complete a summer commitment of 6+ full-time weeks may be eligible for an additional end-of-summer hourly bonus:
- Site Directors: +$5/hr
- Group Leaders: +$3/hr
- Counselors: +$1.50/hr
Bonus details are confirmed before each summer season and may change from year to year.
“Thank you for continuing to offer benefits and a big bonus this year! Your work to offer a living wage is important and deeply appreciated.” —Staff Member
Working With MBC Across the Year
Many staff work with MBC for individual camps or portions of the summer. Others return throughout the year.
Staff who are able to commit to all school break camps plus at least 6 weeks of summer may qualify for additional benefits, including quarterly benefits of up to $3,000/year, vacation and sick time, and summer commitment bonuses.
Our school break camps include Autumn, Winter, February, and Spring, with Summer Camp running in Tilden Park from June through August. See the School Break Camps and Summer Camp pages for current dates.
Messages from Previous Staff
“I had the best time feeling free and joyful working at camp. Monkey Business is structured so well for youth (as well as staff) to explore and connect with community. Bring on the fun!!”
“MBC is amazing on so many levels—fun, professional growth, and lasting relationships. Everyone is a huge family—campers and staff alike.”
“The behind-the-scenes support makes camp easy to create with a sense of fun at every turn. You can’t help but fall in love with the campers.”
Growth & Staff Pathways
Many of our staff began as campers and Youth Leaders, and we deeply value that long-term connection. For Youth Leaders moving into a first staff position, the usual starting roles are Counselor or Support/Floater.
Movement into staff and leadership roles depends on readiness, demonstrated responsibility, relevant experience, group needs, and available positions. Someone returning later with additional work or leadership experience may be considered for other roles.
Our goal is to place people in roles where they can thrive, contribute meaningfully, and support campers with steadiness and care.
Ready to Apply?
School Break Camp applications are now open.
👉 Complete the online staff application
Before applying, please review the camp dates, position descriptions, and scheduling requirements above.
Already an MBC staff member but unable to submit another application through the staff site? Email heather@monkeybusinesscamp.com with the camp dates you’re interested in.
