STEM Camp Counselors for Kids

Madscienceofnj; Plymouth Meeting (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a STEM Camp Counselor, where you will inspire young minds through exciting science activities. This role involves presenting hands-on programs that captivate elementary-aged children, making science accessible and enjoyable. With themes ranging from NASA STEM Explorers to Chemical Curiosities, you'll engage kids in thrilling experiments, fostering a love for learning. Your contributions will help shape the next generation of scientists and engineers in a fun and dynamic camp environment. If you're passionate about education and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience engaging with elementary-aged kids in educational settings.
• Ability to manage safety during hands-on science activities.

Responsibilities

• Attend training and ensure kids' safety during camp activities.
• Engage kids in fun, hands-on science experiments.

Skills

Engagement with children

Safety management

Ability to lift equipment

Driving skills

Education

Experience in education or training

Job description

Join to apply for the STEM Camp Counselors for Kids role at Mad Science Of West New Jersey.

As a Mad Scientist, you will inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers through our innovative activities that show kids what science is really all about. We strive to teach kids science in a digestible manner that will stay with them for a lifetime.

You will present awesome, hands-on science programs to elementary-aged kids, including launching your very own rockets hundreds of feet into the air and performing many other thrilling experiments! Camp themes include BRIXOLOGY, NASA STEM Explorers, Robots: Paths to Power, Underground Explorers, Chemical Curiosities, and many more! We have worked in collaboration with Crayola, NASA, and Lego to develop some of our science programs!

Roles & Responsibilities

• Attend orientation and training prior to attending camp.
• Ensure the safety of the kids during camp.
• Engage with the kids during the activities and experiments. The goal is for the kids to have fun, not sit through a lecture.
• Must be able to lift equipment in kits, which can vary in size and weight (heavier kits have wheels). Your vehicle must be able to accommodate the equipment for camp.
• Must be able to drive to and from camp with your own vehicle. Camps near you include locations in Royersford, Phoenixville, King of Prussia, Conshohocken, Ardmore, and more.

Schedule and Pay

• You can either work half or full day camps. You do not have to work full day camps, but the more availability you have, the more you can work. Camps run Monday-Friday.
• Half day: 9am-12:30pm or 12:30-3:30pm.
• Full day: 9am-3:30pm.
• Half day camps pay $325.00 per week, and full day camps pay $575.00 per week.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Education and Training

Industries

Education Administration Programs