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Program Instructor
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Job ID 65461
Job Funding Source Work-Study, Non-Work-Study
Employer Museums, University of Michigan
Category Professional/Administrative
Job Description

Camp Counselors for the U-M Museum of Natural History's summer camp program, Camp Explorations, oversee and are responsible for the general welfare of their group of campers, provide instruction to camp participants for indicated activity or subject, and teach the associated knowledge and skills and assist campers in achieving activity or lesson goals. They are positive role models for children and teens and act in a caring, honest, respectful and responsible manner that is consistent with the mission of the Museum and University.

You must apply at online:https://forms.gle/LY2dDu2CAy1tBd8E7

 

Responsibilities include: 

Attend camp training week of June 10th (dates and times TBD)
 Lead nine weeks of science-themed camp activities for youth ages 4-12 (June 14-Aug 16)

• Provide daily high-quality customer service to campers and parents

• Ensure safety of site, activities and participants; report any accidents, injuries and safety concerns

• Effectively communicate and coordinate with all members of the Camp team to ensure overall success

• Guide campers in participating successfully in all aspects of camp activities

• Set a good example for campers in all areas, including cleanliness, punctuality, cleanup, rules, and sportsmanship

• Prepare for and actively participate in pre-camp training and weekly meetings

• Observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques

• Work in all weather conditions

• Other duties as assigned

 

 

Educational Value

Students will gain teaching experience with children, group management experience and communication skills. Also a natural history knowledge.

Job Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Current certification or ability to be certified in Adult & Child CPR/First Aid, Epi-Pen & Asthma.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Able to receive a clean criminal background check prior to hire and working with youth.

• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions, walk long distances and lift at least 25 pounds.

• Ability to effectively communicate with diverse audiences

Desired Qualifications

• Previous camp experience. Previous experience working with youth is a plus.

• Demonstrated public speaking skills and ability to communicate with enthusiasm

• Positive and enthusiastic attitude

• Good organizational skills

• Experience and ability to work well independently and in a team environment

Hourly Rate $17.00/hour
Hours 29.0 hours per week
Time Frame Spring/Summer
Start Date Monday, June 5, 2023
End Date Friday, August 11, 2023
Primary Contact Brittany Leigh Burgess
Primary Contact's Email brchunn@umich.edu
Supervisor Brittany Burgess
Work Location Museum of Natural History Biological Sciences Building 1105 N. University Ave.
Phone 7346476421
Fax N/A