Summer camp for teenagers 10th & 11th graders highschool near Kendall Park
The LIT Experience
Oak Crest Day Camp’s LIT Experience is a focused leadership development program designed specifically for 16- and 17-year-olds. This hands-on experience helps teens build real-world leadership skills through guided training, team challenges, and supervised responsibilities working with younger campers. Participants learn how to manage groups, solve problems, and communicate effectively—skills they can carry into school, work, and volunteer roles.
Located near Kendall Park, NJ, the LIT Experience gives teens the chance to take on meaningful roles while still enjoying the supportive and structured environment of Oak Crest. This program is ideal for families looking to help their teen grow in confidence, take on responsibility, and begin making a difference in their community.
Oak Crest Day Camp’s leadership program is built to guide teens through the transition from camper to role model. For 16- and 17-year-olds, success is no longer just about participation—it’s about stepping up, making decisions, and supporting others. Through structured activities and hands-on responsibilities, participants learn how to lead by example, work effectively with peers, and take initiative in real-time situations.
This program, offered near Kendall Park, NJ, helps teens develop core leadership skills like problem-solving, communication, and teamwork. By the end of the summer, they leave with practical experience they can use in school, jobs, and volunteer roles—and a clear sense of what it means to lead with purpose.
At Oak Crest Day Camp, teens in our leadership program take on real responsibilities that prepare them for future jobs and college life. Participants assist with group activities, support staff, and learn how to manage time, follow through on tasks, and communicate clearly with both children and adults. These daily responsibilities provide valuable experience in accountability and leadership.
Families near Kendall Park, NJ, choose this program because it gives teens a structured environment to build workplace habits, strengthen their resumes, and gain practical skills they can use long after summer ends. It’s a stepping stone toward becoming a strong employee, student, and contributor to their community.
The LIT program at Oak Crest Day Camp gives 16- and 17-year-olds the opportunity to work directly with younger campers while developing leadership skills through structured staff training. Each participant rotates through different age groups, gaining hands-on experience in communication, group management, and problem-solving. In addition to daily responsibilities, LITs take part in an overnight trip that encourages independence and teamwork.
Guidance is provided throughout the summer by the dedicated LIT Director, who offers daily feedback and leads weekly group meetings focused on addressing challenges and building leadership strategies. For families near Kendall Park, NJ, this program offers teens a practical way to prepare for future leadership roles while gaining real experience in a supportive environment.
Program Includes
- Commitment to 6, 7 or 8 weeks employment as LIT
- Complete LIT training including formal weekly meeting and ongoing job supervision
- LIT salary and potential for added gratuities from parents
- Transportation to and from camp
Application Process
To apply now, please fill out the online job application. Also, you must return the following items by mail to Oak Crest:
- Weeks Enrolled
- A $700.00 deposit
- 2 Letters of recommendation
- Last year’s school transcripts
- 250-500 word essay to answer the following question:
- How has your personal camp experience influenced you to want to participate in the LIT program?