The Explore-It Camp Counselors are dedicated to providing fun programs and experiences for Boston Children’s Museum’s “Explore It” Summer Campers. With a wider team of counselors, the camp counselor is responsible for maintaining a safe and joyful environment for all campers ages 5 to 7 to play, learn, and grow together.
All Camp counselors reporting directly to the Camp Director are responsible for supporting daily camp operations, which may include interacting with families during drop-off and pick-up, supervising Museum exploration in small groups, participating in camp games/songs/dances, hands-on programs, supervising lunch and snack with campers, as well as play and supervise campers in Martin’s Park (located on the premise of the Museum), and more. Camp teams will consist of Museum educators and other counselors, as well as the Camp Director. Counselors may be asked to lead groups and/or programs at any given time during camp activities. Counselors will also be responsible for handling confidential information regarding the campers in their group (i.e. medical, emergency contacts and restrictions, etc.).
- Supervise and care for campers throughout the camp day - which includes drop-off, snack and lunch, educator-led activities, exploration time, and pick-up.
- Learn, lead, support, and participate in the hands-on programs, games, and activities.
- Observe campers - report concerns and be knowledgeable/aware of medical concerns regarding campers assigned to your group (asthma, allergies, etc.).
- Attend regular check-in team meetings.
- Maintain standards of safety and participate in required training.
- Communicate with caregivers as required.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Must be 18 years or older.
- High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
- Energetic, friendly, outgoing, with a professional and approachable attitude.
- Experience working directly with and caring for elementary school-age children.
- Previous experience in camp or a recreational setting is a plus.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with diverse, intergenerational audiences, and work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
- Proven ability to problem solve, think flexibly, and learn and grow from the experience.
- Excellent customer service with oral communication, and the ability to present to large groups.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Fluency or proficiency in Spanish is a plus.
- Experience leading and implementing educational experiences is a plus.
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be available to attend the required camp orientation: June 26-28 and July 1-2 2024, 30-35 hours, full schedule TBD.
- Must be available to work camp schedule: July 8 to August 16, 2024, 40hrs. /wk., Monday to Friday from 8am-4:30 pm or 8:30-5 pm.
- Must be available to work post-camp schedule: August 19-21, 2024 from 9 am-5 pm.
- Must complete all virtual and in-person training, including (but not limited to) 51A Mandated Reporter Training and CPR/First-Aid Training
- Must have a successful pre-employment screening, including an up-to-date immunization record and recent physician’s report.
- Must be willing to adhere to any updated Covid-19-related protocols that align with local, state, and CDC guidelines.
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