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Looking to be a counselor?

Are you a high school junior/senior or a college student?  Come join in on the fun and become a camp counselor! Make friends, learn new things, and put a smile on our campers' face with all the fun you'll get to have :)
Registrations are now open! 
Are you in college, have past counselor experience, and want to get paid? 
Apply to be a senior camp counselor!

Counselor Information

How to apply to be a Senior Camp Counselor?
  • Senior Camp Counselors must be a college student and will be responsible and over see the activities of the other camp counselors
  • To help us make the selections, we asked KIZUNA to add this activity to their "Summer Leader Programs"
What are the Requirements to be a Camp Counselors?
  • College students or high school student entering his or her junior or senior year in the fall.
  • Camp Counselor should have knowledge/experience with Japanese American culture and heritage.
What are the Camp Counselors' Responsibilities?
  • Camp Counselors must be willing to work with elementary aged students and help promote the legacy of the Japanese American culture and heritage.
  • Camp Counselors will be assisting in the presentation, preparation and execution of activities
  • Counselors will supervise, as well as, serve as mentors and role models for the campers.
What are the hours?
  • All Camp Counselors must attend training prior to the start of camp: June 27 to June 29, 9am to 3pm. 
  • During the week of camp, you must arrive by 8:00 AM and leave no earlier than 4:00 PM
What if I have additional questions?
If you have any questions about the camp inquire at the GVJCI Office or contact the TANOSHII Camp Director:

Gardena Valley Japanese Cultural Institute (GVJCI)
1964 W. 162nd Street
Gardena, CA   90247

Phone: (310) 324-6611

Ray Shibata
TANOSHII Camp Director
email: tanoshiifuncamp(at)gmail.com