CIT Program

Counselors-In-Training (CITs): Entering 9th, 10th & 11th graders

The Leadership Program is designed to do the following:

• Develop positive role models for young campers
• Create leadership opportunities for young adults
• Strengthen communication & social skills
• Gain experience working with young campers
• Gain experiences assisting with favorite camp activities

Discounted Tuition

CITs receive a large discount off the full camper 2-week tuition. Discounts do not apply to extended-day programs. The discount is determined based on the number of years as a CIT at Cactus Day Camp.

Camp Dates

• Training: Sunday, May 5 (9 am – 4 pm)
• 1st Session: June 3 – June 14
• 2nd Session: June 17 – June 28
• 3rd Session: July 1 – July 12 (closed July 4 & 5)
• 4th Session: July 15 – June 26

CIT PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY:

• Previous camper at Cactus Day Camp.
• Entering 9^th grade and at least 13 years old by camp session.
• Required to be available for one 2-week session to be considered for the program.
• Required to arrive by 8:45 am and depart at 3:45 pm.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Attend training at camp on Sunday, May 5, 2024, from 9 am to 4 pm.
• Assist with the daily care of younger campers in the group or activities assigned.
• Participate in all activities with their group.
• Swim with their group each day.
• Help with the daily organization of camp (including, but not limited to, taking lunch in from the heat, cleaning the lunch areas after lunch, walking children to the bathroom, distributing popsicles, etc.)
• Participate in a supervised social time, with other CITs for 45 minutes three to four times a week.
• Set a consistent arrival and departure time for yourself and take on responsibilities assigned to you that work within the timeframe. 

WHAT DO WE LOOK FOR IN OUR CITS?

• A Serious Work Ethic – An unwavering commitment to providing the best summer possible for Cactus Day Camp Campers.
• Teamwork – Socially able to work with and support others, while accepting ongoing feedback and evaluation from supervisors.
• Intelligence – Able to problem solve and make sound decisions.
• Strong Personal Characteristics – Sensitivity, compassion, and maturity towards children and adults.
• Adaptability – The ability to think quickly on your feet and improvise.
• Positive Disposition – An optimistic, upbeat outlook with lots of energy, enthusiasm, and spunk!
• Desire – The desire to be involved in the Cactus Day Camp program and wanting to make a difference in the lives of children.

WHAT WILL YOU GET OUT OF THE CIT EXPERIENCE?

• Leadership Experience – Strengthen your communication and social skills while being supervised and coached by the camp director and camp staff.
• Friendships – Lifelong friendships are made each summer at camp.
• Experience – Experience working with young children and assisting with activities.
• A Challenging and Rewarding Summer You’ll Never Forget – People’s lives change from their camp experiences. Experience what it feels like to make a difference in the lives of children.

CAMPER LEADERSHIP TRAINING

Mandatory training will take place for all Counselors-In-Training on Sunday, May 5, 2024, from 9 am to 4 pm. The training will be located at camp and lunch will be provided.

ATTENDANCE POLICY

Consistent attendance and timely arrival are significant elements of the success of our camp program. If you are not present at Camp, our team is incomplete. Unless ill, continued absences or tardiness will be cause for dismissal from the program. No refunds will be given.