Teen Babysitter Volunteers are an essential part of our Family Camps. They help run activities, support staff, watch cabins, and babysit small groups of campers during activity blocks. You will work with a team of other high schoolers to create an unforgettable experience and gain a unique perspective on Westwind. Learn more about why you should apply to be a babysitter!
Why should you volunteer?
As a babysitter you will work closely with Westwind staff, learning how to manage small groups to grow your confidence as a leader. You will help lead activities, supervise a cabin at night, and participate in campfire. Being a babysitter gives you a unique opportunity to be at Westwind and help create the Westwind experience with a team of motivated peers. You will work with individual campers and small groups to build communication skills work with a team, and learn directly from counselors. Being a babysitter looks great on a resume and school application, and can be a stepping stone for future camp and child care experiences. Most importantly, being a babysitter is a lot of fun!
Requirments
In order to be a babysitter, you must be at least 14 by the time your session starts. You must also have a “kid-first vision” and place camper safety and camp experience first. If you are interested in being a babysitter, you will complete an application (see below). Then you must attend a training in the spring. We offer Virtual and in-person training options.
How to apply
We are now accepting applications for Babysitters! Applications are posted through your UltraCamp account. Please sign into your camp account (you may need parental or guardian help to sign in). You will find the application in the ‘Document Center’ under the ‘Additional Options’ tab. Applications are found in the left column under ‘Online Forms’.
Please feel free to contact Reishelle with any questions: reishelle@westwind.org
