Science Camp Leaders, Field Science Camp

Science World•Vancouver, BC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Science World is a mission-based, charitable organization that supports the development of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Design and Math) literacy across British Columbia. Our mission is to ignite wonder and empower dreams through science and nature and our purpose is Science for All. Our Science for All strategy is to revitalize Science World with a substantial capital plan to replace critical infrastructure, enhance the visitor experience and develop new content across all our channels under the themes of Regeneration of the Planet, Human Health, and Inclusion. Our plan is to ensure that people throughout British Columbia, especially under-represented communities, have access to high quality, informal STEAM learning. Through our onsite, online and outreach programs, Science World seeks to spark curiosity and wonder in STEAM and support development of talent across communities in the province. As part of our team, you will join a diverse community that acknowledges everyone’s unique talents and empowers people to do what is right for our visitors, our members, our volunteers and each other. You will work in an environment where we believe in developing our employees and growing their strengths, while focusing on our values: Curious, Playful, Inclusive, Relevant and Collaborative. As a facility, Science World is generally open to the public seven days a week, with some extended evening hours in the summer months. Typical office hours are Monday to Friday 8:00am – 5:30pm, with front-facing and operational teams also working a variety of shifts including weekends, holidays and evenings. Hours of work and other related requirements will be scheduled according to business needs and this may include special events on evenings, weekends and holidays. Our Science Camp programs run year-round for elementary school-aged students. Working closely with the Camps In-Charge, and wider camps team, you will help to deliver STEAM based camp programs through hands-on outdoor activities and field investigations, exploring science and nature beyond the classroom! You will also be responsible for the shared supervision of a group of up to 20 campers, with a co-leader and youth volunteer. We are currently looking for enthusiastic and inspiring camp leaders to deliver our ‘Field Science’ Summer Camp. We are recruiting for the following camps: 1. Bright Sparks Field Science Camp (Grade 2 & Grade 3) 2. Curious Creators Field Science Camp (Grade 4 & Grade 5) Science Camp Leaders are usually assigned to one age group for the duration of the season; however, they may be required to work with different age groups depending on program needs. Camps run based on registration and sales, and most camp groups run weekly throughout the summer. Two weeks’ notice will be provided for all shifts and schedule changes.

Requirements

Must enjoy working exclusively with children for prolonged time periods
Individuals must have a keen interest in and good understanding of science
Knowledge of working with elementary school aged children and their caregivers
Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential
Must be responsible, reliable and self-motivated
Previous experience supervising children, preferably in a camp setting
Satisfactory completion of a Vulnerable Sector Check will be required
Must be available to work Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm for the entire duration of camp training/delivery/wrap from late June 18th to September 1st (Sat/Sun weekends off).

Nice To Haves

Preference for staff with strong customer service skills
Previous experience delivering programming or workshops would be beneficial

Responsibilities

Learn and deliver a series of themed workshops and activities. Contribute your own style and ideas to enhance existing programming
Work with a co-leader and volunteers as a cohesive team
Develop positive relationships with, mentor and evaluate Jr Camp Leaders
Manage and supervise groups of up to 16 children per week through various activities
Exercise good judgement in independently managing minor behavior/welfare concerns and escalating when appropriate
Deliver scientific concepts in a clear, concise manner
Lead various science activities, demonstrations and group games
Ensure the safety of the campers by enforcing safety rules and regulations
Communicate with caregivers about campers experience in the program
Modelling and adhering to the policies in our Communicable Disease Prevention Plan
Responsibly manage camper data
Operate within the philosophy, culture and values of Science World
Perform other related duties as required to fulfill any changing business needs of this role