Summer Camp Counselor Apply
Title: Summer Camp Counselor
State Role Title: Education support Specialist I
Hiring Range: $15.00/hour
Pay Band: 2
Agency: The Science Museum of Virginia
Location: Broad Street Station
Agency Website: https://smv.org/
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The Science Museum of Virginia seeks dynamic and energetic camp counselors to work with our six weeks of summer camp programming. This position will help facilitate 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 11-week position, Monday Friday, 8:30am 5:00pm, from June 3 August 16, 2024. Candidates must have complete availability on weekdays during this time.
This is a temporary seasonal position; no state benefits are provided.
Minimum 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.
Additional Considerations
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.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
The selected candidate must pass a criminal background check.
The Science Museum of Virginia will accept ONLY online applications for all Science Museum employment opportunities. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and resumes cannot be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application; therefore, it is essential to provide detailed information. Submitting an application lacking in detail, may impact your interview eligibility. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration. Please refer to Your Application in your jobs.virginia.gov account to check the status for this position. Computers are available for applying for jobs in public libraries, and the Virginia Employment Commission offices. Science Museum HR will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of accommodation in order to provide access to the application and/or interview process. If any assistance is needed when applying online, please contact Science Museum HR at 804-864-1477.
The Science Museum of Virginia seeks motivated people of all backgroundswe value diversity of cultures, races and ethnicities, gender expressions, and abilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer/AA
Notice: Science Museum HR will record information from each new employees Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
Contact Information
Name: Monika Patel
Phone: 804 864 1477
Email: mpatel@smv.org
In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer
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