Activity Leader, University of Mount Saint Vincent, NY Job at ISV USA, Bronx, NY

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  • ISV USA
  • Bronx, NY

Job Description

Join International Study & Vacation (isvusa.com) for Summer 2026 and help international high school students discover American culture while improving their English. Based at University of Mount Saint Vincent, Riverdale, you'll live on campus, lead excursions, run evening activities, and serve as a mentor for students aged 13 to 21 (primarily Italian). You report to the Activity Manager on site.

The campus overlooks the Hudson River and features a 2,000m² sports complex with baseball, basketball, and soccer fields. You'll stay in twin rooms with shared bathrooms.

Available Sessions Session 1: Jun 28 to Jul 16 Session 2: Jul 12 to Jul 30 Session 3: Jul 26 to Aug 13

Excursions You'll Lead 6 guided city excursions by private bus, including:

  • Grand Central, Rockefeller Center, and Central Park

  • Financial District and Brooklyn Bridge

  • Little Island, High Line, Flatiron Building, and Times Square

  • Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island

  • SoHo, Little Italy, and Chinatown

  • End-of-course 3-day tour to Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington D.C.

  • 5 lunches and 5 dinners in the city included

Campus Evening Activities

  • Themed disco parties, karaoke nights, and Prom Night

  • Sports events and weekly American BBQ

Your Responsibilities

  • Assist with center preparation and student arrivals or departures

  • Accompany students on excursions and lead local tours

  • Set up and supervise planned campus activities and evening events

  • Build genuine rapport with students and group leaders

  • Provide support, guidance, and motivation to students

  • Encourage students to speak English and participate in activities

  • Supervise students during meals, lesson breaks, and in residential halls

  • Ensure the welfare, safety, and security of students at all times

Requirements

  • US citizen, 18 years of age or older

  • Valid bank account, able to complete I-9 and W-4 forms

  • Availability covering all program session dates

  • Ideally based in New York or New Jersey

  • Responsible for own travel to and from campus for move-in and move-out

What We're Looking For

  • Excellent communication and organizational skills

  • Confident leading groups with enthusiasm and warmth

  • Creative thinker who can problem-solve on the spot

  • Team player prepared to collaborate and contribute ideas

  • Adaptable and flexible, no two days are the same

  • Strong conflict resolution skills and calm under pressure

Desired but not required

  • Active American Passport, some staff will go to Niagara Falls (Canadian side)

  • Previous experience as a camp counselor or working with teenagers

  • Sports coaching or PE qualifications

  • First Aid or CPR certification

  • Second language skills

Benefits

  • Weekly salary: $490 to $560 depending on experience

  • Free on-campus housing for the full duration of your contract

  • All campus meals covered, 'all you can eat' dining

  • $15 meal stipend on excursion days when meals aren't provided

  • Free transport provided for all excursions

  • Schedule: 12 days on, 2 days off (live-in role)

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Summer work, Live in, Local area, Flexible hours, Night shift, Afternoon shift

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