Summer Camp 2026: Activity Leader (Craft Master)

English Adventure, the leader in English-language outdoor programs, is hiring for our upcoming Summer Camp!  

Job Description  

The Craft Master is in charge of our arts and crafts program at camp. Applicant should have experience teaching arts and crafts to elementary school children. This year we will focus on using crafts to express gratitude, one of our camp values. 

Main Areas of Responsibility

• Planning and leading arts and crafts activities, adapting to different age groups
• Working with office admin to make sure supplies are stocked and managed throughout camp
• Organizing and keeping the craft studio clean for campers
• Encouraging creativity amongst campers and staff

Japanese ability is not a requirement as our Challenge Camp Team Leaders have Japanese ability and will be accompanying their campers to activities. However, experience working with children who have learnt English as a second language is a bonus.

Outside of the Activity sessions, Activity Leaders may also be assigned to support camp operations in the morning and evening.

We are seeking hard-working, fun, and energetic English-speaking staff of any nationality.

English Adventure is a 100% nonsmoking workplace.

Basic qualifications 

• Age 18 or older
• Available for all training and all camp days. Please check job descriptions for further details.
• Extensive experience with arts and crafts
• A strong desire to help kids have fun and make the most of their camp experience

Pluses, but not requirements

• Experience leading/facilitating arts and crafts activities
• Previous experience working with kids in a camp environment
• Japanese language ability
• Teaching/leadership experience in outdoor settings
• Current Wilderness CPR/First Aid certification

Summer Camp 2026 Schedule

• Onsite Training: July 17-20  (departure from Tokyo to the campsite on July 16 evening and return to Tokyo station on July 20)
• Camp Sessions 1-8: July 22 - August 23 
• Hongo School Camp Session: August 25-28 
  
• Activity Leaders will stay at the campsite during all 8 sessions and Hongo Camp. They will work three out of every four days throughout all camp sessions.
• Remuneration: 10,000 yen per camp and training day
• Location: Tsunan, Niigata
  

Staff Training

English Adventure will provide training prior to each camp. Attendance is mandatory for all staff. Our professional training is designed to make camps run smoothly, ensure the safety of our campers and staff, and will ensure you have the confidence necessary to have a great experience throughout the summer. We will also have staff complete a basic online first-aid course to help prepare for staff training. 

We strongly encourage you to visit this page for further details before applying: https://www.english-adventure.org/en/employment/

Please note that here is no need to apply twice - if you are interested in multiple positions at camp, please mention it in your application. If you have questions after visiting the website above, contact us at campteam@english-adventure.org