Sprouting Scientists (STEM) Counselor - FH: 2025-3618

SupportFinity™; Washington; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Headfirst Summer Camps is seeking a Sprouting Scientists Counselor for the summer season in Washington. You will lead small- group STEM and creative arts activities with a co-counselor, following a pre-written curriculum and safety protocols.

Your energy drives hands-on exploration and joyful camp experiences for children aged 6-8. Responsibilities include leading morning meetings, supervising field trips, and assisting with carpools while maintaining a positive, energetic presence and strict

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• If you are between 16-18 years old, apply for our Junior Counselor role.
• Able to work around small children for the full day.
• Lift and carry up to 30 pounds occasionally.
• Committed to adhering to the Cell-Phone Free policy during shifts.

Responsibilities

• Bring Camp to Life with enthusiasm and hands-on engagement.
• Lead a group of ~20 campers with a co-counselor following a planned schedule.
• Teach pre-written curriculum for the Innovators, Inc. and Sprouting Scientists programs.
• Implement Headfirst safety protocols on supervision, bathrooms, emergency medications, and camper behavior management.
• Lead morning meetings, group games, free play, and age-appropriate activities.
• Support staff during field trips and expert workshops and participate in afternoon program meetings.
• Manage carpool responsibilities and warmly welcome families to camp.

Skills

Child supervision

Team coordination

Energetic attitude

Safety awareness

Job description

Sprouting Scientists (STEM) Counselor - FH: 2025-3618

Headfirst Summer Camps |

Headfirst Summer Camps | Posted Jan 15

Full-time

Washington

Unknown

Negotiable

At Headfirst, we design fun, intentional, and transformational camp experiences where every camper feels seen, known, and celebrated. Growth doesn’t happen by accident—it happens by design. Through thoughtfully planned activities and trained staff, we create what we call Headfirst Moments when a camper tries something new, pushes through fear, and realizes, "I can do it."

Headfirst Summer Camp Sprouting Scientists (STEM) Counselors will lead campers in pre-written curriculum as they collaborate on theme-based projects to solve a culminating problem centered in STEM & the creative arts. We provide the training, curriculum & daily camp schedules along with all equipment for a successful camp day but need you to bring camp to life with your enthusiasm, dedication and un-matched energy.

Camper ages 6-8 years old

Activities include team-building, group games, field trips and guest expert workshops, science challenges, art projects

Weekly themes include Oceanography, cooking, urban design, sports science

Schedule

In-season (late June through mid August) 745 am - 330 pm Monday - Friday

Pre-season (early June) select weekends for training and site preparation

Compensation $15.00 / hour

• Bring Camp to Life
• Lead a group of 20 campers with a co-counselor through a planned schedule
• Teach pre-written curriculum for the Innovators, Inc. and Sprouting Scientist programs, and engage campers during break times
• Implement Headfirst’s safety protocols on supervision, bathrooms, emergency medications, and camper behavior management
• Lead morning meetings, group games, free play, water play or free swim, curriculum-specific science and art activities, bathroom & sunscreen breaks, transitions, lunch & snack
• Support specialized staff during field trips & expert workshops and afternoon program meetings
• Execute morning and afternoon carpool as a key player, welcoming each family to camp by name with fantastic dance moves and coordinated carpool procedures
• Nurture Physical, Social & Emotional Safety
• Work directly with campers to support them in their emotional, physical, and social development through hands-on exploration and developmentally appropriate activities
• Represent Headfirst for Families & Facility Partners
• Represent the Headfirst brand daily to families at carpool and to school facility partners throughout the summer by being enthusiastic, hands-on, helpful, and in uniform
• Actively participate in our efforts to take care of our camp facility and community
• Be an Active Member of the Camp Team
• Arrive on time, communicate schedule changes promptly, be a loyal and consistent team member who shows up for the campers and your team
• Be flexible with your assignment and open to supporting other programs on site
• Handle the Curveballs
• Practice resiliency and arrive with a "How Can I Help?" mentality that puts camper experience and team success at the frontier through problem solving and trying new things
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• If you are between 16-18 years old, please apply for our Junior Counselor role
• Must be able to
• Work around small children including, sitting, standing, running, and climbing stairs for the full day.
• Work in hot and outdoor environments while actively supervising campers and participating in dynamic activities for extended periods of time.
• Lift and carry up to 30 pounds occasionally.
• Committed to adhering to the Cell-Phone Free policy, powering down and putting away cell phones in a locked pouch for the duration of your shift.

Headfirst Summer Camps is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusivity across our Headfirst community, and we strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented groups and those who might need reasonable accommodation to apply.

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Headfirst delivers thoughtfully designed, high-quality summer and youth experiences built to elevate potential and exceed expectations. For over 25 years, we’ve partnered with families, schools, and organizations to create environments where kids feel supported, challenged, and confident trying new things.

What makes Headfirst different is intentionality. We don’t wait and hope growth happens - we design for it. Our programs are carefully structured, and our staff are trained to spot, create, and celebrate breakthrough moments. These Headfirst Moments - when a camper pushes past fear, tries something new, or surprises themselves - are built into every day.

We believe great experiences are built on relationships. Our teams prioritize genuine connection, creating welcoming environments where campers feel seen and known, staff feel supported, and families trust that every detail has been thoughtfully considered. Behind the scenes, a professional, year-round Headquarters team supports our seasonal staff with training, systems, and clear expectations so camps run smoothly and consistently.

When you join Headfirst, you’re joining a team that takes pride in doing things well. We care deeply about the experience we deliver, the people we work with, and the impact we have on kids and families. The work is meaningful, the standards are high, and the summers are unforgettable.

About the company

Headfirst Summer Camps