Junior Educator Assistant for Summer Science Camps

Denver Museum of Nature & Science•Denver, CO

5d•$19

About The Position

Be a Catalyst! The Denver Museum of Nature & Science is seeking high school and first year college students to join our Science Camp team. If you love inspiring curiosity for science in kids ages 4-12 and want to do so in an informal and fun environment, then working at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science Camps may be for you! This person will assist the Science Camp team in the implementation of Summer Camp programs, while growing and strengthening educational skill and pedagogy. Job Class: Part Time Hiring Range: $19.29 Work Schedule: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. This is a seasonal job with fluctuating hours: May 2 to June 1 Pre-camp PT: approx. 3-5 hours/week PT: online and in-person training June 1 to August 7 Camp FT: 35-40 hours/week August 7 to August 21 Post-camp PT: approx. 8-12 hours/week

Requirements

Must be between 16-18 years old at the time of hire
Ability to clearly communicate and work well with others
Must be able to work the entire term stated

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish with $1 pay differential
Interest in pursuing career in Education or Science field
Ability to be flexible and multi-task
Ability to learn content quickly
Enthusiasm for working with and engaging children with patience and empathy

Responsibilities

Assist Camp Educators with: Classroom management - aid educators with group ratios (bathroom breaks, camper lunch breaks, and educator breaks) and support campers with program activities
Program material preparation - support camp staff in preparing materials and supplies for program activities, as well as program set up and clean up
Supports an inclusive, dynamic, and visitor focused experience for program participants
Communicates and works collaboratively with a team of camp aides, educators, and camp directors
Maintains prompt and frequent communication with supervisors, ensuring that instructions are followed, and communicates problems immediately
Conducts work within the safety guidelines of the Museum, ensuring personal safety and the safety of campers while (under the guidance of supervisors) following state license requirements for licensed childcare centers.

Benefits

Dayforce Wallet: Get your pay as soon as you earn it, at no cost to you. Request up to 50% of your net earnings without waiting for the standard pay day, through the Dayforce Wallet mobile app
Click HERE (https://www.dmns.org/about/careers/benefits/) to learn more about the benefits package offered to DMNS staff.

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