About EdVenture

EdVenture is an immersive camp experience in Niseko, Hokkaido, Japan. Designed to help families make the most of Hokkaido’s incredible green season. The week-long programs connect children and young people to new friends from around the world, learning new skills, with their family members in innovative ways. The camp takes full advantage of its location nestled between the iconic Mount Yotei and Mount Annupuri in Niseko, Hokkaido, Japan.

About the Role

As an EdVenture Kids Camp Summer Team Leader, you embody the roles of role model, mentor, and hero to fellow staff, campers, and parents.

Key Responsibilities

• Staff management
• Program execution
• Ensuring the seamless week-to-week operation of your program throughout the summer.
• Assist with housekeeping and general upkeep
• Ensuring the camp facilities are clean, organized, and well-maintained for a safe and welcoming environment.
• Collaboration with senior management, camp mentors, junior mentors, campers, and parents

Key Qualities

• Previous teaching or camp counselling experience is essential
• Demonstrate proven leadership skills, comfort in overseeing a small team, and the ability to balance multiple tasks.
• Hold a valid Japanese driver's license or be eligible to obtain an International Driving Permit.
• Able to provide an up-to-date criminal record background check from the country of residence
• First aid training is advantageous
• Experience in a managerial role
• Passion for the outdoors and nature
• Eagerness to lead and manage all program activities
• Proactive approach to problem-solving
• Strong communication skills to bridge messages and needs between senior management, mentor staff, junior mentors, campers, and parents
• Desire and ability to thrive in a cooperative, team-oriented atmosphere
• Enthusiastic, patient, and reliable
• Must have or be eligible to obtain a Japanese Working Holiday Visa or already have the legal right to work in Japan
• Proficiency in English is required; additional language skills such as Japanese or other languages are a plus.

Benefits

• Subsidised staff accommodation is available
• Access to discounted tours & activities from local suppliers
• Assistance with health insurance, registration, and paperwork
• Staff uniform and paid pre-season training
• Joining an inspiring team of individuals from around the word

Salary

• ¥2,100 per hour
• Mid-June until late August with the possibility of extension till the end of September.
• Depending on customer demand and reservations, working hours can range anywhere from 8 to 40 hours per week, including weekends. You will have at least one full day off each week.  (6-8 Hours per day, up to 6 days per week)

How to apply

Please visit the link below and submit an application form. Our team will contact you for an interview if you have moved to the next stage. We can't wait to hear from you!