Summer Science Camp Counselor
About The Position
The Science Camp Counselors at Liberty Science Center (LSC) are vital to the success of our dynamic summer day camp, which provides immersive STEM programming and activities for children in grades 1 through 8. Counselors will have the exciting opportunity to assist and lead in developing fun and informative STEM curriculum and engage directly with campers at LSC by delivering the programs. Applicants must be passionate about STEM education and available for the entire duration of the camp program (July 6th-August 14th). Science Camp Counselors report to LSC's Director of Out-of-School Time Programs.
Requirements
- Passionate about STEM education
- Available for the entire duration of the camp program (July 6th-August 14th)
- Team player
- Enthusiastic
- Motivated
- Punctual
- Insatiable curiosity and willingness to explore STEM
- Enjoy working with children
- Creative thinker
- Committed to providing engaging and fun STEM learning
- Ability to bring learning beyond the classroom and foster meaningful connections with campers
- Friendly and calm demeanor
- Comfortable with 'unknowns' and controlled chaos
- Uber flexible spirit and easily roll with the flow of an ever-changing and sometimes unpredictable camp environment
- Ability to work with kids
- Ability to remain calm while moving quickly and immediately to respond to various circumstances
- Ability to work inside the building (walking on concrete floors, climbing stairs, pushing or carrying equipment, etc.)
- Ability to work outdoors (walking on uneven ground, exposed to the elements)
- Ability to travel to off-site locations in all varieties of weather
- Ability to lift 45 pounds
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of Liberty Science Center’s mission and a deep desire to contribute to its advancement
- Ability to collaborate with other camp staff
- Ability to create fun and engaging activities for diverse audiences
- Exceptional interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills; capable of achieving the necessary tone and voice for multiple audiences
- Desire to participate in high-energy activities with campers
- Proactively manage risks that campers may encounter during lab activities and unstructured recreation
- Ability to quickly absorb new information and build on newly-acquired skills
- Pursuing a degree in education, parks and recreation, STEM-related fields, or other relevant fields
- Experience working in a camp setting and/or with children
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with fellow staff members and guests in a friendly and professional manner
- Enthusiasm and the ability to work with diverse populations
Responsibilities
- Assist LSC STEM Educators with delivery of programs
- Teach and interact with campers and enhance the Science Camp experience
- Role model Science Camp values to promote social-emotional learning
- Maintain an awareness of participants' physical and emotional safety, health, and well being
- Connect and engage with participants during classroom sessions, before care and aftercare, physical activities, meals, and other aspects of camp
- Work with participants of all ages to provide helpful, engaging, and meaningful experiences
- Assist with setup and breakdown of camp activities, pre-camp setup, and post-camp breakdown
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Benefits
- Paid sick time
- 25% discount in LSC gift shop
- 15% discount in the onsite café
- One-year LSC membership
- Free onsite parking
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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