Summer Camp: STEM Activity Leader
About The Position
The Summer Camp STEM Activity Leader oversees, plans, and facilitates assigned STEM activities and weekly progressive programming, and manages the inventory and maintenance of activity equipment. Working with the Summer Camp Program Supervisor, the leader develops and implements programming aligned with camp goals, camper goals, assigned activities, and camp policies and procedures. The position communicates activity plans and staff roles, provides age- and ability-appropriate challenges, and contributes to camper safety, group living, and the smooth operation of camp. The leader also maintains records and reports, tracks activity supplies, and assists with unit responsibilities at the end of the activity day. The role requires living and working outdoors in potentially extreme weather, responding to emergencies at any time while on camp property, and working a flexible schedule that includes evenings and weekends.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum hiring age of 21.
- Demonstrated ability to motivate girls to participate in and lead activities in a flexible, professional manner.
- Ability to respond quickly to emergencies 24/7 while on camp property and follow established GSHPA emergency procedures.
- Attend and complete all pre-camp training.
- Ability to live and work outdoors in extreme weather conditions.
- Ability to walk one mile over uneven terrain.
- Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards.
- Ability to adapt to changing circumstances, direction, and strategy.
- Ability to lead and facilitate events and activities.
- Ability to work with diverse populations in a group setting.
- Strong verbal communication skills.
- Ability to pass required background checks.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
- Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Experience planning and facilitating STEM-themed activities and creating weekly lesson plans aligned with different camp themes.
- Experience creating weekly programs, lead schedules, and program orders.
- Experience working with children.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement programming with the Summer Camp Program Supervisor based on camp and individual goals, assigned activities, and camp policies and procedures.
- Meet regularly with the Summer Camp Program Supervisor and keep staff informed of programming needs.
- Communicate assigned activities and staff roles to other camp staff during activity time.
- Provide challenges appropriate to campers’ ages, abilities, readiness, and Girl Scout levels.
- Assist with executing the GSHPA crisis management plan during emergencies.
- Help coordinate group living and assist with housekeeping and sanitation.
- Maintain camper health and safety in the unit activity area, including keeping a well-equipped first aid kit, promptly reporting accidents, and informing the health supervisor about the health status of campers and unit staff.
- Keep written records and formal reports and submit them by established deadlines.
- Assist in the unit at the end of the activity day.
- Create and maintain activity inventory.
- Submit supply lists and needs to the Program Director before, during, and at the close of camp.
- Abide by the GSHPA code of conduct, rules, and expectations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
