What are the responsibilities and job description for the Spring Day Camp Counselor position at Camp Embark?
About us
For kids aged 5-11, Camp Embark offers a unique, fun, and memorable experience. Our programs are designed to develop entrepreneurial values and mindsets, areas that will have a great impact in the future.
We offer a wide range of wonderful activities that ensure every camper has a FANTASTIC time, doing things they love. Every day brings new games, arts, and sports, as well as opportunities for personal growth in a SAFE environment.
Our work environment includes:
- Safe work environment
- Casual work attire
- Lively atmosphere
Must be able to work Monday-Friday. The length of employment will be from March 24 through March 28th, 2025 with the possibility to continue for the Summer season. Training held during the week of March 17, 2025.
OPPORTUNITY FOR INCREASED COMPENSATION FOR THOSE WHO EXCEL IN THEIR DUTIES!
We Are Looking For:
Passionate and FUN Camp Counselors who are ready to lead, inspire, and create a safe and engaging environment for our campers. Whether your strength lies in the arts or adventure sports, we have a place for you!
Art in the Wild Counselor Responsibilities:
- Lead Art Activities
- Inspire Creativity
- Foster Collaboration
- Develop Comprehensive Art Programs
- Provide Expert Instruction: Offer advanced guidance and techniques across all art forms, helping campers refine their skills and explore new artistic avenues.
- Host Camp-Wide Games: Deliver and facilitate engaging camp-wide games and activities with high energy and passion to enhance the overall camp experience.
- Ensure Safety: Maintain a safe and supportive environment during all art activities.
Adventure Camp Counselor Responsibilities:
- Lead Adventure Activities: Oversee daily adventure rotations including Archery Tag, Drone Obstacle Courses, and Zip Lining.
- Sports Expertise: Facilitate and coach sports activities
- Skateboarding: Provide instruction on basic to advanced skateboarding techniques, ensure safety protocols, and supervise skateboarding sessions.
- Promote Teamwork: Encourage campers to work together in challenges like Ninja Obstacle Courses and RC Car Racing.
- Host Camp-Wide Games: Deliver and facilitate exciting camp-wide games and activities with great energy and passion to foster a lively and inclusive camp atmosphere.
- Ensure Safety: Uphold safety protocols during high-energy and equipment-based activities, especially in sports and skateboarding.
- Inspire Exploration: Motivate campers to push their limits and embrace new experiences.
Qualifications:General Qualifications for Both Camps:
- Experience: Previous experience working with children in a camp, educational, or recreational setting preferred.
- Personal Attributes:
- Excellent leadership and communication skills.
- Ability to engage and motivate children.
- Creative problem-solving abilities.
- Patience, reliability, and a positive attitude.
- High Energy & Passion: Ability to deliver and host camp-wide games and activities with enthusiasm and vigor.
- Certifications: CPR and First Aid certification preferred (training can be provided upon hire).
- Age Requirement: Must be at least [minimum age, e.g., 18 years old].
Additional Qualifications for Art in the Wild Counselors:
- Artistic Expertise:
- Proven proficiency in multiple art forms, including drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, and digital art.
- A strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of artistic skills and projects.
- Ability to teach and mentor campers in various artistic techniques and mediums.
- Creative Leadership:
- Experience in designing and implementing comprehensive art programs.
- Ability to inspire and nurture creativity in a diverse group of campers.
- Technical Skills:
- Familiarity with art tools, materials, and digital art software.
- Ability to maintain and organize art supplies and workspaces efficiently.
Additional Qualifications for Adventure Camp Counselors:
- Sports Expertise: Proven experience in playing or coaching sports. Ability to teach basic to intermediate skills and organize games.
- Skateboarding: Strong background in skateboarding, with the ability to instruct campers of varying skill levels. Experience in maintaining skateboarding equipment and ensuring safety.
- Technical Skills: Familiarity with adventure sports equipment such as drones, RC cars, and zip-lining apparatus is a plus.
- Safety-Oriented: Demonstrated ability to maintain a safe environment during high-energy and equipment-based activities
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Temporary
Pay: $500.00 - $650.00 per week
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Experience with Children: 1 year (Required)
- Childcare: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- First Aid Certification (Required)
- CPR Certification (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Miramar, FL 33027: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $500 - $650