STEM Camp Counselor

YMCA of Greater Brandywine • Easttown Township, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine is looking for an energetic and motivated STEM Camp Counselor who enjoys planning and leading our Camp activities. The STEM Camp Counselor brings their passion and expertise to life by leading engaging, hands-on learning experiences for campers ages 5–14. The Camp Counselor designs and delivers instructional sessions within their area of specialty, inspiring curiosity, creativity, and confidence in every child surrounded by 20-acres of woodland, wetlands, streams, meadows, pond, and five-miles of trails.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Prior experience in working with children in a camp environment preferred.
• Expertise or strong enthusiasm in at least one of the listed specialty areas.
• Ability to effectively use technology for programmatic needs.
• Attend all required pre-camp and camp season trainings and meetings as scheduled.
• Obtain and maintain all new hire certifications and trainings before first day of camp.

Responsibilities

• STEM education for campers age 5 to 14 through various STEM related activities like building, experiments, robotics and more.
• Ensures the safety and well-being of all campers in the group and camp-wide.
• Responsible for direct supervision of campers in assigned group.
• Plans and leads activities in accordance with the camp schedule.
• Maintains positive relationships with campers, parents, and staff.
• Model YMCA core values and positive youth development principles.
• Organizes and maintains camp equipment, supplies, and property.
• Support daily camp routines, including setup, transitions, and clean-up.
• Actively participates in all aspects of the day camp schedule as assigned.
• Maintains camp records including, but not limited to accident & incident reports, sign in/out sheets, attendance documents.
• Be flexible and collaborative within a dynamic camp team environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Benefits

• Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees
• Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
• Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more!
• 12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility and optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
• Career development and paid training
• Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed