Summer Programs Staff

Requirements:

• Must be fingerprinted and pass CORI & SORI background check
• Fill out all HR paperwork, medical forms, and review curriculum
• Proof of vaccinations and current physical
• Attend staff training and/or meet for one-on-one training with Program Director prior to the start of camp
• Experience working in educational spaces preferred
• Current Lifeguard training preferred (Adventure or Survival Camps)

Essential Responsibilities:

• Uphold the Friends Academy mission and values and learn and uphold Summer Programs protocols as stated in Staff Handbook
• Help ensure camp schedule runs smoothly (camper drop-off and pick up, transitions to activity spaces, interactions with health center staff, etc.)
• All staff are asked to conduct daily check-ins with assistant director and provide support as needed
• Hold responsibility for physical, mental and emotional wellbeing of participants. This includes developing healthy and appropriate relationships with participants, assisting activity staff with inspection of spaces for hazards, helping all students and staff follow the appropriate safety protocols, managing risk and maintaining the safety of participants, and providing direct supervision of participants as assigned
• Be an active member of the Friends Academy community (e.g. participate in camp set up and take down, and fill in where needed)
• Present and communicate professionally with participants and their families, colleagues, and the public
• Have an understanding of the camp overview (be aware of activity scheduling and locations, assist with hangout zone, lunch bunch, and surround care when asked)
• Work as a team to ensure all special events run smoothly (e.g. field trips, guest instructors, etc.)
• Occasionally lead/co-lead an overnight camping trip on the 65-acre Friends Academy campus
• As a lead or co-lead of Core camps: Develop and maintain a teaching mastery of the following skills: outdoor living skills, team-building facilitation, games and free play, themed activities, forest and ecology curriculum, gardening and food systems; while maintaining a positive and fun learning environment.
• Help campers engage with the activities of the day, interact in a healthy way with one another, and be a positive part of a larger community.
• Complete all necessary paperwork (i.e. incident reports, camper reports, trip reports)
• Instill joy and enthusiasm into the daily life of camp

Position Descriptions:

Specialty Camp Leaders:

Seeking current educators who are comfortable establishing their own curriculum for one or more of our Specialty Camps (Creative Camps, Enrichment Camps, Computer Camps, Cooking Camps, or Sports Camps). Additionally, we are looking for naturalists and outdoor enthusiasts who can foster enthusiasm for the outdoors during overnight camping experiences.

Core Camp Lead Instructors:

Seeking current or aspiring educators, experienced student teachers, or seasoned camp counselors to lead one of our Core Camps (Little Friends: ages 3-4, Summer Friends: grades K-1 and 2-3, Adventure Friends: grades 4-5 and 6-8). Lead Instructors will be responsible for designing and facilitating dynamic, fun, and safe summer camp programming organized around weekly themes and pre-planned field trips. Instructors will establish a nurturing and supportive camp environment that also challenges campers to try new activities, form friendships, and explore their surroundings. This is ideally an 8-week commitment for the Summer Program season (June 23-August 15), but we also have opportunities for shorter commitments. Must have a season of previous experience in a camp or teaching setting.

Co-Lead/Assistant Instructors:

Seeking energetic and responsible young adults to assist in all aspects of our summer camp programming. This position is responsible for supporting Lead Instructors in providing a safe and enriching camp experience.. This is a great opportunity to learn from seasoned camp and education professionals and gain hands-on experience working with children. This is ideally an 8-week commitment for the Summer Program season (June 23-August 15), but we also have opportunities for shorter commitments. Must have experience working with children.

Counselors-in-training:

Younger high-school students looking for meaningful community service opportunities and a chance to be a role model to younger campers.