Summer Camp Counselor (Ages 6-11)

PRIMARY PURPOSE: Woodland Wonders camp counselors are responsible for maintaining safety and caring for their camper group (ages 6 - 12) throughout the daily camp schedule. Counselors will work together to lead and facilitate camp programming throughout the day, including camper group time, Discovery Stations and Foxes’ FirePit. PROFESSIONALISM:● Report to work well rested, on time and maintain consistent attendance for all 8 weeks.● Communicate necessary absences with as much advance notice as possible.● Establishes positive and professional relationships with children, parents and colleagues.● Support and uphold The Discovery School Day Camp philosophy and policies.● Show initiative in problem solving and be open to new ideas.● Approach challenges with imagination and a sense of humor.● Maintain confidentiality about issues regarding children and families.● Respect and appreciate individual learning styles, culture and point of views.● Model conflict resolution by communicating directly with individuals involved and collaborating to develop solutions. HEALTH AND SAFETY: ● Ensure the safety and general well being of all campers● Document incidents and notify parents in a timely fashion.● Understand and follow The Discovery School Health and Safety guidelines● Follow state regulations regarding incidents of abuse or neglect.● Be able to remain calm and follow the Emergency Plan in the event of an emergency.● Be able to lift, move or hold children with a weight of up to 50 pounds or more if necessary.● Familiarize yourself weekly with camper names, approved pick-ups, allergy information, lunch choices and any other information parents provide. OPERATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: ● Download and use the Jumbula app to access camper profiles and communicate with families.● Maintain a well-organized, safe and clean camp environment.● Develop a positive relationship with each child and promote the development of self-esteem.● Follow our positive discipline approach and Code of Conduct as outlined in the family handbook.● Report any signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance or other disorder to the director.● Implement the daily program of activities with safety and fun in mind.● Lead daily programming at each Discovery Station. Set up and clean up each station as needed.● Lead all camper crew activities, games, and transitions, including lunch, snack and clean up time.● Work together with other counselors to lead Foxes’ FirePit songs, activities and skits.● Establish a positive relationship with each child’s family by addressing them by name, welcoming them to camp, and sharing positive information about their child’s day.● If/When sharing about something confidential, provide privacy and maintain confidentiality. Share and respond to families with sensitivity and respect.● Be inclusive of children with disabilities and special needs. Modify activities and/or implement accommodations as outlined on an Individualized Camper Plan.● Be willing to facilitate activities both indoors and outdoors in all weather throughout our 7-acre nature campus.● Demonstrates a full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit or otherwise fully participate in activities.