Junior Camp Counselor

Mad Science of Hampton Roads • Chesapeake, VA

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Junior Camp Counselor with Mad Science, you will assist with our interactive STEM camps. Our camps feature LOTS of hands-on activities, exciting demonstrations, and fun take-home projects. Build and fly rockets, demonstrate lasers, explore the states of matter using dry ice, and help our campers create slime. You will inspire the next generation of scientists through our innovative activities that show kids what science is really about. Our mission at Mad Science of Hampton Roads is to inspire children through STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) and spark lifelong imagination and curiosity. Since 2008, Mad Science of Hampton Roads has delivered unique, hands-on STEM experiences for children through our after-school programs, birthday parties, workshops, special events, and summer camps. Our innovative programs are as entertaining as they are educational!

Requirements

• Experience working with elementary age children is a must
• A valid driver's license and reliable car
• Available majority of summer camp season (June 15 - August 14)
• Available for training beginning June 6
• Fun and outgoing personality

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree not required, great job for recent high school graduate/current college student

Responsibilities

• Supervising campers ages 6-11
• Assisting campers with hands-on projects
• Leading active games
• Cleaning and packing equipment as needed
• Travel to different camp locations each week.
• Enjoy teaching children the fascinating wonders of science!

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Mileage reimbursement
• Rewarding and enjoyable summer job
• Lesson plans and all program materials supplied

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED