- Create and implement the weekly curriculum and schedules for campers. Plan, lead and supervise daily age appropriate activities for the Discovery brain games workshop. This workshop involves having fun by solving riddles, puzzles, playing word games, stretching your mind with trivia quizzes and other activities that aim to give your brain a super workout.
- Actively participate in all camp activities to help build relationships with campers.
- Supervise campers at all times, including lunch time, prioritizing their well being and safety.
- Follow all safety protocols and procedures established by .
- Cleaning, maintaining and ensuring proper use of facilities and equipment.
- Use positive and proactive techniques to resolve any camper behavioral issues. If needed, report such issues to the Director.
- Report any injuries or sickness to the Director.
- Act as a positive role model - a mentor and trainer to the Assistant Counselors demonstrating leadership, responsibility and respect.
- Participate in staff orientations, pre-camp staff training, preparations for camp opening and meetings.
- Obtain licenses or certifications required for the job before the camp season begins.
- Adhere to the procedures and policies outlined in the Handbook.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Must be 21 years of age and possess a high school diploma or the equivalent.
- Previous experience as a counselor, teacher, child care or a related field.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Responsible, energetic, enthusiastic and have a positive attitude.
- Ability to work collaboratively with the team.
- Physical ability to participate in activities with campers (run, sit on the floor, walk and stand for longer periods of time).
- Ability to recognize and respond to individual and cultural differences within a diverse population of campers and staff.
- All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background investigation which involves fingerprinting and TB screening.
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3 weeks ago
Description
Job DetailsJob Location
The Potomac School - McLean, VA
Position Type
Seasonal
Education Level
High School
Job Category
Education
Description
The Head Counselor is a seasonal position that reports to the Director of the Discovery Camp. This program will run from June 22 - August 2, 2024 (no camp on July 4 and 5) and the expected hours of work are 8:30 am -3:30 pm, Monday-Friday. The Head Counselor is an integral part of the Summer Camp Staff and plays a vital role in making summer camp a safe, fun and enriching experience for the campers.
Duties and Responsibilities: