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Summer Camp Counselor

Rosamond Gifford Zoo
Syracuse, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 2/14/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/13/2025

Job Description

Job Description

This position is responsible for implementing and coordinating pre-written curriculum for assigned sessions of summer day camps for children ages 4 to 17. Work hours are primarily between 8 : 00 am - 5 : 00 pm Monday - Friday. Must be available to work the entire summer. This includes staff training days prior to opening of camp during the week of June 23rd, 8 weeks of camp from June 30 through August 22, 2024, with the option of working the week of August 25th.

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Assists with implementation and evaluation of camp programs as designed by Zoo Camp Director and Assistant Zoo Camp Director with primary focus on chosen themes.
  • Works collaboratively with fellow instructors to facilitate the use of age-appropriate activities, resources, and materials for camps.
  • Prepares required materials, including supplies and crafts.
  • Leads daily class activities, including tours of the zoo, games, and crafts, and manages behavior of campers during guest speakers and animal demos.
  • Maintains records of materials needed and submits requests in a timely manner.
  • Adheres to zoo policies and protocols.

Skills / Knowledge Required :

  • A minimum of one year’s experience working with children in a school, zoo, nature center, childcare, or other educational setting.
  • Excellent public speaking and organization skills; self-directed, flexible, good record keeping ability.
  • Ability to demonstrate and communicate scientific and conservation messages to children in a lively, engaging manner.
  • Excellent public speaking and organization skills; self-directed, flexible, good record keeping ability.
  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
  • Ability to work autonomously, as well as with a team, and achieve established goals.
  • Company Description

    Established in 1970, Friends of the Rosamond Gifford Zoo is a non-profit organization and dedicated partner of the Rosamond Gifford Zoo that exists to raise philanthropic support for and public awareness of the zoo. We are resourceful, passionate, and dedicated about what we do.

    The Friends and the Rosamond Gifford share a joint mission of connecting people with the natural world by providing engaging guest experiences, exceptional animal care and unparalleled conservation education. We strive to provide our guests with experiences that excite, memories that endure, and knowledge that inspires worldwide conservation.

    Company Description

    Established in 1970, Friends of the Rosamond Gifford Zoo is a non-profit organization and dedicated partner of the Rosamond Gifford Zoo that exists to raise philanthropic support for and public awareness of the zoo. We are resourceful, passionate, and dedicated about what we do. The Friends and the Rosamond Gifford share a joint mission of connecting people with the natural world by providing engaging guest experiences, exceptional animal care and unparalleled conservation education. We strive to provide our guests with experiences that excite, memories that endure, and knowledge that inspires worldwide conservation.

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