Summer Camp Educator

Job Title: Summer Camp Educator

Department: Education

Reports To: Manager of Youth Programs

FLSA Status: Temporary/Seasonal - Non-exempt (40-45/work week)

Location: In-person; no remote option available

Pay Rate: $15.25/hour

PITCH

Are you looking to inspire curious young minds to discover, explore, and appreciate STE(A)M? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, playful environment? Join our team of Summer Camp Educators at The Michigan Science Center (Mi-Sci) and make a lasting impact on the next generation of scientists! Lead campers them through hands on activities spanning a myriad of topics from space travel to chemical reactions, and so much more.

Please provide a cover letter in addition to your resume. Candidates will be required to complete an online or telephone really assessment.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Summer Camp Educator will display passion and enthusiasm when delivering educational STE(A)M programs to campers in grades K-8. During each week, campers will explore Mi-Sci’s 220 interactive exhibits, engage in immersive theater experiences, and investigate science phenomena through playful learning activities and hands-on experiments. The Summer Camp Educator will play an integral part in ensuring campers enjoy an exciting, engaging, safe, and educational camp experience this summer.

Learn more about Mi-Sci Spark! Summer camp here: www.mi-sci.org/camps

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead daily STE(A)M activities and demonstrations with the assigned camp group
• Guide camper learning in Mi-Sci exhibit galleries
• Supervise campers during daily lunch and recess time to ensure camper safety
• Accompany campers on off-site field trips as they pertain to the camp theme
• Execute processes and procedures in daily check-in and check-out, activity prep, activity facilitation, and classroom upkeep
• Keep track of daily activities, schedules, and camper behaviors
• Communicate with campers’ families at check-in/out and by posting photos and daily updates to our online family portal
• Assist in maintaining camp materials inventory and upkeep of camp spaces

QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledgeable OR curious about physical sciences, life sciences, space sciences, engineering, and/or technology
• Comfortable and capable of working with audiences of diverse ages, gender, socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds
• Must not have legal restrictions on working with children
• Ability to bend, lift up to 40 pounds, stand for extended periods, and have the sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment
• Ability to learn new information (STE(A)M-based/relevant) and activities in a short amount of time and communicate to campers with accuracy

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED completion
• 1 years’ experience working with children
• Current first aid and/or CPR certification preferred

Benefits

• Complimentary family membership to the Michigan Science Center
• Discounts at the Science Store gift shop
• Parking reimbursement
• Direct deposit or pay card

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Extensive standing and walking, frequent kneeling, bending and twisting. Frequent use of stairs to access Mi-Sci galleries and classroom spaces. Occasional, limited exposure to the elements during recess time and field trips. Lifting packages of up to 40 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This is a M-F position; 40-45 hours per week; Shift time variable This is in-person, public-facing work; Must be available for all days of camp (M-F, June 23-August 15) and staff training weeks (June 9-13 & June 16- 20).

DUTIES

This job description describes the general nature, hours, expectations, and level or work performed by the employee assigned to this position. It does not state or imply that these are the only duties and responsibilities assigned by the job. The employee may be required to perform other job related duties as requested by the supervisor or senior management. Requirements are subject to change over time and may possibly be modified to reasonably accommodate changing institutional needs and individuals with a disability. At all times, employees are expected to help our guests discover the highlights of the Science Center and Midtown cultural campus, be curious about our offerings, and have positive experiences that are new and exciting. Creativity is valued, and reliability is prized. We are a guest- and visitor-focused business and represent a welcoming, tolerant, and fun learning environment.

EEO

Michigan Science Center is committed to building a culturally diverse staff and strongly encourages applications from women and racially underrepresented candidates. It is the policy of Michigan Science Center to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Persons who do not meet all listed criteria but who feel that their knowledge, skills, and experience make them well-qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Job Types: Temporary, Seasonal

Pay: $15.25 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15