Cabin Counselor and Instructor 2027

Cub Creek Science Camp • Rolla, MO

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Be curious, be connected, be Cub Creek. As a mentor and role model at Cub Creek Science Camp, you'll gain hands-on experience, build your resume, and connect with a global community of staff and campers who share your passion for animals and nature. With 300+ animals and 100+ activities, our unique take on the traditional sleep-away camp is a place where you can inspire kids, help them build self-confidence, and make lifelong friends. Learn more at https://cubcreeksciencecamp.com/join-our-team/. Speak with us about earning internship, work-study, or research project credit for the summer as well! Staff Training: May 23 - June 5 (2 weeks) Camp: June 6 - Aug 7 (9 weeks) Cabin Counselors and Instructors live in a cabin group of 16 campers and provide activity instruction to campers during the day.

Requirements

• Completed at least 1 year of college education or equivalent
• A desire to positively impact the life of a child and willingness to put the needs of campers first
• Have a passion for science, animals and childhood development
• Able to effectively communicate ideas, and instructions in a constructive manner
• Self-motivated and able to work on tasks and assigned goals with minimal supervision
• Be willing to learn new concepts and skills
• Able to work in a team and both give and take direction from others
• Willingness to adhere to camp’s code of conduct, rules and policies

Nice To Haves

• Additional leadership training and certifications are available to the right candidates, including high ropes course and lifeguard certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance to campers on their schedule, activity choices, and abiding camp rules
• Ensure campers are on time to activities with the appropriate supplies. Assist campers at meal times, and in the cabin to ensure campers are maintaining health and hygiene practices such as showering, wearing clean clothes and getting appropriate sleep
• Lead cabin activities, songs, and games that are engaging and age appropriate
• Provide emotional and behavioral support to campers as needed by following behavior management techniques as outlined in the staff manual and during training
• Provide instruction of assigned camp activities to campers
• Ensure the safety of all campers when participating in camp activities
• Work cooperatively with fellow Cabin Counselors to provide a healthy, safe, and enjoyable camp environment and experience for all campers.

Benefits

• Starting pay $4050 for 11 week summer.
• Additional $100 credit in camp store for snacks and supplies.
• Housing, meals, and laundry included.
• Weekend work is required, this position requires availability to work on-site 7 days a week for the contract period.
• 2-hour break provided each day, and 1 scheduled day off each week.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree