What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Counselor position at Wenham Museum?
ead counselors oversee an assigned group of campers for the duration of each week of summer camp. Lead counselors also collaborate with co-counselors, assistant counselors or volunteers to design and lead some camp activities with their groups. Counselors are the most important role models for campers and greatly contribute to the overall camper experience.
Job Duties:
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- lan, coordinate and guide campers in their personal development, life skills, and daily activities. C
- ollaborate in the development and implementation of games and activities. A
- lways supervise campers to ensure their safety and wellbeing. C
- ommunicate any concerns with the camp director or assistant camp director. R
- epresent the camp in a positive way when interacting with families and campers. M
- aintain the standards of the camp environment. P
- rovide guidance to assistant counselors and volunteers. K
- now and understand all emergency procedures associated with the camp program.
ualifications:
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- ge 18 E
- xperience working with children R
- elevant teaching or camp experience (preferred) S
- trong organizational skills, ability to collaborate effectively, and an appreciation for teaching the whole child E
- xcellent oral and written communication skills; ability to communicate with children, families, and staff C