Camp Counselor (Full-time-Seasonal - Non-exempt)
About The Position
MOXI seeks six energetic, fun-forward camp counselors to play a critical role in advancing MOXI’s mission through facilitating MOXI’s Camps. MOXI Camp Counselors assists the Camps and Outreach Manager and Coordinator in providing 10-weeks of summer programming for youth grades K – 6 and support the Education Department in delivering its mission to “ignite learning through interactive experiences is science and creativity.” The Camp Counselors facilitate playful, hands-on STEAM learning through camp programs that nurture creativity, curiosity, embracing challenges, kindness, playfulness, and problem-solving skills.
Requirements
- Responsible, playful, and friendly, with an enthusiasm for children, science, tinkering, exploring, and whimsy.
- Demonstrated experience working with children in a formal or informal setting; ability to maintain positive attitude.
- Conscientious and detail-oriented; must have an appreciation of the necessity of following through with paperwork, record-keeping, and documentation.
- Ability to organize and prioritize varied tasks in a way that most effectively serves the organization's needs.
- Excellent interpersonal skills: must be receptive to the ideas of others and able to work cooperatively to prioritize tasks and accommodate many different and conflicting concerns.
- Passion for creating a world-class museum that is recognized as a truly outstanding educational experience.
- Enthusiasm for working in an organization where change is frequent, the structure is evolving, and flexibility, teamwork, and good humor are absolute necessities.
- Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications and ability to learn new systems and adapt to emerging technologies.
- Awareness of issues relating to access and inclusion and the ability to build inclusive and accessible programs.
- Previous experience working with youth in formal and/or informal educational spaces, specifically ages 5-12.
- Must be a High School graduate by the start of camp programming.
Nice To Haves
- Spanish fluency a plus.
- Previous experience with camps, youth engagement or other informal learning environment with youth is preferred.
- Valid Red Cross CPR, First Aid, or equivalent certification a plus, but will be provided for those without a current valid certification upon employment.
Responsibilities
- Support the Camps + Outreach Manager in organizing camp space, materials, and activities, and implementing STEAM camp curriculum for youth grades K-6.
- In collaboration with co-counselors and/or the Camps + Outreach Coordinator, lead a classroom of campers through a week of pre-planned activities and games, as assigned by Camps + Outreach Manager.
- Assume responsibility for the safety and well-being of all campers enrolled in camp both on site and off, including supervising campers for off-site lunch excursions and occasional field trips.
- Help anticipate, identify, and resolve camp and camper-related issues and communicate that to camp management and camper guardians.
- Build and foster a fun, safe, and inclusive camp environment for all staff and campers that supports creativity, collaboration, and respect.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Growth-centered work environment that includes professional development opportunities.
- Fun and creative organizational culture.
- CPR + First Aid Certification
- Monthly events for Staff (Birthday, employee celebrations, etc.)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
