Specialist and staff descriptions 2025

Art

• Your role will include creating and leading art activities for children from various countries and age groups, creating decorations for camp-wide and unit evening programs, and running extra projects for teenagers.   

• Requirements and skills needed: inspiring creativity and self-expression among campers. Experience in art education, ability to plan and execute engaging art projects, and a passion for fostering creativity in young individuals.   

• Additional: Basic English communication skills, open to learning new techniques, patience, and paying attention to details. Basic English communication skills.

Dance

• Your role will include teaching dance styles (e.g., salsa, tango, hip-hop, contemporary, or street dance) to campers of various ages and skill levels. You will choreograph routines, lead dance workshops.  

• Requirements and skills needed: proficiency in one or more alternative dance styles, experience teaching dance to children and teenagers, creativity in choreography, and the ability to inspire and motivate campers.  

• Additional: Basic English communication skills, experience in dance education or performance, knowledge of music selection and editing for dance routines, and a dynamic teaching style that fosters creativity and self-expression. You might be asked to run extra projects for teenagers.

Israeli Corner

• Your role will include creating and leading informal educational activities about Israeli culture, food, landscape, politics, history, and people for children from various countries and age groups. You will need to be ready to answer in-depth questions about Israel and be politically correct.   

• Requirements and skills needed: finished hadracha training, fluent Hebrew speaker. In-depth knowledge of Israeli history, culture, and traditions, along with the ability to communicate effectively with campers of various backgrounds. Knowledge of informal and experiential educational methods.   

• Additional: Basic English communication skills, lived in Israel in the past few years.

Lifeguard

• Your role will include maintaining a safe aquatic environment for campers during water activities. You will be responsible for maintaining the swimming pool area, including keeping the rules and opening hours.   

• Requirements and skills needed: Hungarian lifeguard certification, strong swimming skills, and experience in water safety.  

• Additional: basic English communication skills.

Madrich(a) of the International Group

• Your role will include facilitating a positive and inclusive environment for campers from different countries. You will be responsible for campers’ well-being, preparing and running informal educational activities for the group together with your co-madrich(a). 

• Requirements and skills needed: Hadracha training, strong interpersonal skills, fluency in English, and experience in cross-cultural communication. Understanding group dynamics and the ability to reshape and rethink existing programs according to them. Problem-solving skills. Knowledge of Jewish terms, concepts, rituals, and important historical events.  

• Additional: experience in communication with parents.

Mental Health Professional (e.g. Social Worker, Psychologist)

• Your role will entail providing support services to campers and staff members, addressing social, emotional, and behavioral concerns within the camp community. You will conduct individual and group therapy sessions, assess campers' mental health needs, and collaborate with camp leadership to create a supportive environment.  

• Requirements and skills needed: professional experience working with children and adolescents, expertise in assessment and diagnosis, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a compassionate and empathetic approach to therapy.  

• Additional: training in trauma-informed care, crisis intervention skills, familiarity with camp settings and youth development principles, English and other Eastern-European language knowledge, and the ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.

Multimedia (Photo/Video)

• Your role will include capturing and documenting memorable moments at camp through photography and/or videography. Creating a final collection of processed photos and/or final video (for reference, check out Facebook albums and YouTube channel) during the session.  

• Requirements and skills needed: proficient in photography and/or video editing, familiar with photo/video editing software, creative and proactive approach.  

• Additional: Basic English communication skills, existing portfolio, available previous works, team player, ability to fly a drone.

Music/Singing

• Your role will include leading singing activities for children from various countries and age groups. You need to be proactive in leading these activities by showing a personal example, inspiring and energizing the campers with your music and singing (reference video 1 and video 2). Additionally, you will be responsible for leading 3–5 camp-wide singing sessions in the dining hall after the meals (reference video).   

• Requirements and skills needed: knowledge of Jewish and Israeli songs, musical expertise (singing and playing an instrument), experience in leading group activities, the ability to teach songs to shy children of various ages, experience performing in front of a big crowd.  

• Additional: Basic English communication skills, example videos of you playing musical instruments and singing and/or teaching kids; running extra projects for teenagers.

Rabbi/Jewish Educator

• Your role will involve providing spiritual guidance and Jewish education for campers from diverse backgrounds. You will lead religious services, facilitate discussions on Jewish values and traditions, and organize educational programs related to Judaism. You will also advise our educational team (including unit heads and madrichimot) on a variety of religious topics.  

• Requirements and skills needed: rabbinic ordination or equivalent qualifications, expertise in Jewish texts and traditions, excellent communication skills, and the ability to engage campers of all ages in meaningful Jewish learning experiences.  

• Additional: Basic English communication skills, experience in informal Jewish education, familiarity with contemporary Jewish issues, and proficiency in Hebrew.  

Sports

• Your role will include creating and leading sports activities for children from various countries and age groups, creating the schedule for the camp-wide championships and supervising them, and being responsible for the camp’s sports equipment.  

• Requirements and skills needed: background in sports, strong organizational skills, the ability to create a positive sports environment, and familiarity with the rules of various sports games (football, basketball, volleyball, etc.).  

• Additional: Basic English communication skills, Hadracha training, previous coaching experience.

Standup Paddleboard (SUP) Instructor

• Your role will involve providing stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) instruction and safety guidance for campers participating in water sports activities. You will conduct SUP lessons, supervise campers on the water, and ensure adherence to safety protocols.

• Requirements and skills needed: Hungarian SUP license, basic English knowledge, experience in water sports instruction, strong swimming skills, proficiency in water rescue techniques, and knowledge of SUP equipment and techniques.

• Additional: Basic English communication skills, CPR and first aid certification, familiarity with local water regulations, and a passion for outdoor recreation and water sports.

Audio/Visual Technician

• Your role will include working with other team members, supporting camp and program needs in setting up and maintaining the tech equipment, and ensuring everything runs smoothly and no technical issues occur. You will collaborate with program coordinators to set up and support various camp events, ensuring all technical aspects are seamlessly integrated.

• Requirements and skills needed: Technical expertise, problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, and a proactive approach. You will need to ensure the functionality and maintenance of camp equipment.

• Additional: Basic English communication skills, effectively communicate technical information to non-technical staff and campers in a clear and understandable manner, maintain an organized inventory of all technical equipment, track usage, repairs, and replacements.

Tennis

• Your role will include leading tennis activities for children from various countries and age groups.

• Requirements and skills needed: tennis coaching certification, playing experience, and the ability to teach and engage campers of varying skill levels.

• Additional: Basic English communication skills, a creative approach to leading tennis activities and running extra projects for teenagers.Program Supply Warehouse  

• Your role will entail managing inventory, organizing storage spaces, and overseeing the distribution of supplies throughout the camp. You will be responsible for conducting inventory checks and ensuring that all equipment and materials are readily available for camp activities.  

• Requirements and skills needed: strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and basic computer literacy for inventory management.  

• Additional: Basic English communication skills, experience in warehouse management or logistics, familiarity with inventory software, and a proactive approach to maintaining a well-stocked and orderly warehouse.

Yoga Instructor

• Your role will involve leading yoga sessions for campers of all ages and skill levels, promoting physical and mental well-being through the practice of yoga. You will create and implement yoga programs that cater to the needs and interests of diverse campers, focusing on Judaism, relaxation, mindfulness, and physical fitness.   

• Requirements and skills needed: yoga instructor certification, proficiency in various yoga styles and techniques, ability to modify poses for different abilities, familiarity with informal education methods, and excellent interpersonal skills.  

• Additional: Basic English communication skills, experience teaching yoga in a camp or educational setting, familiarity with youth development principles, and a passion for holistic wellness.