Being a CIT (Counselor-in-Training) is not just another year at camp – it’s the opportunity to develop and refine some of the life skills that universities and employers value most in their students and employees. Studies show that the most sought-after students and employees are those with strong 21st Century skills and experience in teamwork, problem solving and creativity, organization, decision making, leadership, communication, perseverance, and positions of responsibility.
Top Reasons To Be A CIT
- Stepping into leadership roles in camp including planning and executing special events and learning and practicing teaching skills through hands-on experiences and feedback
- Training in group dynamics, risk management, youth development, communication, behavior management
- Immersion in the skills of problem solving, decision making, organization, goal setting, creativity, and flexibility.
- Serving as a role model and leader of younger campers
- Working collaboratively as a team to accomplish goals
- Community service
- Honing activity skills and participating in certification programs in Junior Maine Guide, Lifeguarding and Archery
- Developing confidence and skill in public speaking
Even in these cold days of January we are busy preparing for, and dreaming about, the coming summer. We love having your girls at camp and seeing them graduate from their camper years. When they pass this milestone, we invite you to consider the next chapter of Runoia for your daughters. We know that there are many opportunities for them during the summers of their high school years… community service trips, immersion learning programs, sports camps, family experiences, jobs, and just plain fun. Our CIT program is another amazing opportunity for girls to grow, develop, add to their “resume”, and experience a fun, intensive leadership training program. We would love to have them join us as CITs.
