What are the responsibilities and job description for the STEAM Academy Guide position at St. Mary Catholic Schools?
Title: Zephyr STEAM Academy Guide
Reports to: Zephyr STEAM Academy Director
Position Summary: The Zephyr STEAM Academy Guide is a vital role responsible for leading a classroom of students through engaging and educational STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities during our week-long summer program. Guides will foster a fun and interactive learning environment, encouraging creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking. This is a stipend-based position covering the week of camp. Guides can either utilize pre-designed curriculum provided by the Academy or develop their own STEAM-focused curriculum, subject to review and approval.
Job Duties:
Pre-Camp Preparation:
- Curriculum Support: Assist the Director in reviewing and refining existing curriculum materials, preparing activity kits, and organizing necessary materials and supplies.
- Staff Support: Support the Director in staff recruitment efforts, including scheduling interviews and preparing training materials. Assist with creating staff schedules and communication lists.
- Logistics & Planning: Assist with logistical arrangements, including room assignments, equipment setup, preparing signage, and organizing daily schedules.
- Participant Communication: Assist in preparing and distributing pre-camp communication to registered participants and their families, including welcome packets, schedules, and required forms.
- Material Organization: Organize and inventory program materials and supplies.
Camp Week Responsibilities:
- On-Site Support: Support the Director in overseeing the daily operations of the camp, ensuring a safe and organized environment. Be present on-site throughout the entire camp week.
- Staff Assistance: Assist the Director in supporting instructors, counselors, and volunteers, providing guidance and addressing any immediate needs.
- Participant Engagement: Interact with participants, fostering a positive and encouraging atmosphere. Assist in addressing participant concerns and ensuring their well-being.
- Activity Support: Assist instructors with activity setup, material distribution, and clean-up.
- Problem Solving: Assist the Director in identifying and resolving any logistical or programmatic challenges that may occur.
- Communication: Support the Director in maintaining clear communication with staff, volunteers, participants, and parents/guardians throughout the week.
- Daily Wrap-up: Participate in daily debriefs with staff to review the day’s activities and plan for the following day
Post-Camp Wrap-up:
- Program Evaluation: Assist the Director in gathering feedback from participants, staff, and parents/guardians.
- Inventory & Storage: Assist in the inventory and proper storage of all camp materials and equipment.
- Report Assistance: Assist the Director in preparing the final report summarizing the camp week.
Qualifications:
· High school diploma required
- Experience working with children in a camp, educational, or recreational setting preferred.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively with children, staff, and volunteers.
- Knowledge of STEAM concepts and activities is a plus.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- VIRTUS trained
- Ability to follow directions and work collaboratively.
- First Aid and CPR certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).
Job Types: Contract, Seasonal
Pay: $1,000.00 per week
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $1,000
