Summer Camp Leader - Recreation & Community Centers

Loudoun County Parks, Recreation & Community Services (PRCS) is dedicated to connecting all communities through exceptional people, parks, and programs. Our goal is to make Loudoun the community of choice through outstanding experiences while promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. We collaborate to deliver programs and community services that provide social, personal, economic, and environmental benefits to last a lifetime. Come be a part of something that matters!

Are you preparing for a future in education, recreation programming, or environmental education? Looking for a hands-on opportunity that makes a real impact? Join us as a Summer Camp Leader.

As a Camp Leader, you won’t just lead games; you’ll guide discovery, foster creativity, and spark curiosity in children from preschool to middle school. Through dynamic activities, outdoor adventures, and enriching field trips, you’ll create memorable learning moments that inspire growth and confidence.

Our camps serve a diverse community across the county at both recreation and community centers, offering you a rich and rewarding environment to develop your leadership, teaching, and program management skills.

We're looking for passionate, energetic individuals who are excited to lead, connect, and make a lasting impact. If you're preparing for a career in education or recreation or simply want to be a role model this summer, this is your chance to do meaningful work that matters.


We are currently hiring for the following location(s):
• Bluemont Community Center, Bluemont, VA
• Claude Moore Recreation & Community Center, Sterling, VA
• Douglass Community Center, Leesburg, VA
• Dulles South Recreation & Community Center, South Riding, VA
• Loudoun Valley Community Center, Purcellville, VA
• Lovettsville Community Center, Lovettsville, VA
• Lucketts Community Center, Leesburg, VA
• Philomont Community Center, Philomont, VA
• Sterling Community Center, Sterling, VA
• Ashburn Recreation & Community Center Ashburn, VA

*Applicants interested in working with individuals with disabilities, please apply to the Summer Camp Leader-Adaptive Recreation. *


Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Providing consistent and effective communication with children, their parents, and/or guardians.
• Prioritizing the health, safety, and company service standards for all our external and internal customers. Lead pool/field trips and activities for all ages, abilities, and adaptive needs.
• May perform other essential job functions specific to the position and department assignment.


*Positions are scheduled from June 2026 to August 2026. *
*Workdays are Monday-Friday with flexible hours. *


Consistent Scheduling and/or "As Needed" are available and vary by location.
*This position is eligible for a $1,000.00 hiring bonus following the County’s Hiring and Retention Bonus Program. 

High school diploma or equivalent and six (6) months of supervised programmatic childcare experience.

Applicants who have completed the 10th grade may be considered for a lower grade level position until the completion of high school.

• Must undergo pre-employment, criminal, and fingerprinting background checks. 
• First Aid (Infant through Adult)/CPR certifications prior to hire or immediately upon hire. 
• Pass TB test within 30 days of hire and each year thereafter. 
• Must be willing to attend (up to) 10 hours of paid programmatic training before the summer to enhance skills and knowledge of school-aged childcare and programming. 
• Must be physically able to keep up with participants and lift 50 pounds.