Summer Camp Counselor
Summary Science Akadémeia is seeking enthusiastic, responsible, and energetic Summer Camp Counselors to join our team for our STEM-focused summer camp program. Counselors will help create a fun, safe, and engaging environment where children explore science, engineering, robotics, nature, and creative problem-solving through hands-on activities.
This role is ideal for college students pursuing education, science, engineering, computer science, psychology, or related fields , and for individuals who enjoy working with young children in an active learning environment. Duties
- Supervise and ensure the safety of campers at all times
- Assist with daily STEM-based camp activities , including science experiments, engineering challenges, robotics, and creative projects
- Lead small group activities and encourage participation and teamwork
- Support camp instructors and staff in preparing materials and organizing activities
- Help maintain a positive, inclusive, and respectful camp environment
- Assist with transitions between activities, meals, and outdoor play
- Maintain classroom organization and cleanliness
- Communicate respectfully with staff, campers, and families
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Current college student or recent graduate preferred
- Interest in working with children in an educational environment
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Energetic, reliable, and professional demeanor
- Ability to supervise groups of children in both indoor and outdoor settings
- Must pass a DECAL comprehensive background check
- Must complete the DECAL Health and Safety Training (online) prior to working with children
- Must attend the mandatory orientation the week prior to camp
- Interest in science, engineering,art, robotics, coding, or technology
- Curiosity about how things work and excitement about sharing that curiosity with children
- Ability to make activities fun, engaging, and hands-on
- Comfort leading games, experiments, and creative challenges
- Previous work as a camp counselor, tutor, babysitter, teacher assistant, or youth mentor
- Volunteer work with youth programs or community organizations
- Ability to guide small groups of children
- Confidence managing group dynamics and keeping children engaged
- High energy and enthusiasm
- Encouraging attitude that motivates children to participate and explore
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
- Able to adjust quickly when plans change or when activities need to be modified
- Willingness to collaborate with teachers, camp staff, and other counselors
- Supports a cooperative and respectful work environment
- Interest in global learning, nature, science exploration, and diverse cultures—important for Science Akadémeia’s themed camps
- Able to think on their feet when activities don’t go as planned
- Encourages children to experiment and find solutions
- Punctual, dependable, and accountable
- Comfortable following school policies and safety procedures
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