Longfellow Young Writers Camp - Counselor Coordinator

University of Maine System•Farmington, ME

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) is seeking applicants for the Longfellow Young Writers Camp Counselor Coordinator. This role involves serving as a camp counselor and providing direct support to other camp counselors in planning and executing their teaching and mentoring responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
A Bachelor's degree in Secondary Education, English/Literature, or a closely related field.
Minimum of one (1) year of relevant professional experience working with high school and college-aged adolescents.
Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with camp leadership and support fellow counselors.
Strong organizational skills to successfully manage camp activities, instruction tracking, and daily schedules.
Must not require any visa sponsorship support.
Incomplete application materials cannot be considered.
The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening and post-offer physical as applicable.

Nice To Haves

Teacher Certification is considered an asset for this role.

Responsibilities

Oversee counselor instruction, including coaching counselors on their elective class offerings.
Work with the other counselors on meal prep and clean up.
Work with the other counselors to provide feedback to the campers on their creative works in progress.
Work with the other counselors to provide positive role modeling in the dorm, classroom, and during meals and other activities.
Participate in staff meetings to discuss program progress, planning, and student concerns.
UMF reserves the right to change or assign additional duties as necessary.