Marbles Summer Camp Host 2026

Marbles Kids Museum•Raleigh, NC

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Marbles Kids Museum is a vibrant, nonprofit children’s museum and IMAX Theatre located in the heart of downtown Raleigh. Marbles has been sparking imagination, discovery, and learning through play since opening its doors in 2007. Marbles’ serves a diverse population of families, school groups, and community organizations through award-winning play-based exhibits, summer camps, IMAX documentaries, feature movies, and special events year-round. Today Marbles ranks among the top family destinations in North Carolina providing learning experiences for children with creative programs, and larger-than-life movies. Camp Marbles Playful, fun, creative and original, Camp Marbles has long been the community's favorite summer camp. Camp Marbles offers weekly themed camps with museum exhibit visits and active outdoor play for 3–9-year-olds. Campers explore engaging activities with a fun mix of hands-on play, crafts, and games. Summer camp begins June 1st and ends on August 28th of 2026. The Opportunity Make a real difference in a child’s life! Marbles is hiring playful, engaging, energetic individuals to serve as Camp Hosts for the summer! The hosts will lead camp activities and supervise museum play while engaging campers in impactful play experiences within our exhibits, specialty themed camps, and IMAX movies. Hosts will encourage the campers to build meaningful relationships that provide remarkable and memorable camp experiences.

Requirements

1 year of experience in direct childcare (preferred).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Marbles Camp Hosts must be available to work a minimum of 7 full weeks June through August.
Mandatory training for Camp Hosts will be held on Friday evening May 29th and all-day Saturday, May 30th .

Nice To Haves

Prior camp or equivalent experience is a plus.
First Aid and CPR certification a plus.
Experience working with neurodivergent children is a plus.
Year-round opportunities are available in camp and guest experience roles.

Responsibilities

Oversee the daily operation of an assigned camp group including before and aftercare.
Lead and assist with the planned activities including arts, crafts, sports, games, camping, and hobbies.
Focus on the safety and well-being of campers during each activity; teach participants the principles, techniques, and safety procedures for each activity.
Greet new arrivals and introduce them to other campers; explain camp and facility rules.
Facilitate engaging, hands-on, play-based learning experiences that foster relationships with and between campers.
Perform the camp opening and closing duties.
Assist with carpool duty to ensure an efficient and safe experience.
Communicate with caregivers; Report camper complaints to leadership and work to resolve issues.
Serve premade meals or packed lunches ensuring allergy provisions are followed.
Perform all other duties assigned by the manager.
Shift Supervision and training for Teen Play Corp volunteers.