Job Board Submissions Title:
Summer Camp Counselor

Post Date
2/24/2023

Expiration Date
5/31/2023

Details:
The Science Museum of Virginia seeks dynamic and energetic camp counselors to work with our six weeks of summer camp programming. This position will deliver energetic live science programming to campers ages 6-11; know and understand emergency procedures associated with the camp program; plan and implement ice-breakers and games; and communicate with parents about participants’ experiences. Counselors will be responsible for the safety and well-being of our campers ensuring they have a positive camp experience. May be required to perform other duties as assigned.

This is a temporary 8-week position, Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm, from June 26 – August 18, 2023. Candidates must have complete availability on weekdays during this time.
This is a temporary seasonal position; no state benefits are provided.
Interested applicants must apply at http://jobs.virginia.gov/


Qualifications:
Desirable candidates should be energetic, outgoing, and have a genuine appreciation of working with children in an educational environment; have the ability to be a self-starter and work successfully with little supervision; the ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with staff; and the ability to effectively present content in both one-on-one and group situations in an engaging way. Science “expertise” is not required, but willingness to learn is. The successful candidate will also demonstrate effective problem-solving skills, patience and flexibility.
Experience in theater, teaching or public speaking; experience working with children of various ages in a camp setting; working towards a degree with coursework in science or education OR equivalent experience. Previous experience delivering educational programs in informal and/or formal settings preferred. Museum experience and first aid training a plus. Bilingual competency, particularly Spanish language, a plus.


Comments:
Interested applicants must apply at http://jobs.virginia.gov/

Employer:
Science Museum of Virginia
Contact:
Monika Patel

Address:
2500 West Broad St


Work Phone:
8048641477

Email:
mpatel@smv.org

Website:
https://smv.org/