What are the responsibilities and job description for the Counselor - Young Authors Day Camp position at Cranbrook Educational Community?
Counselor – Young Authors Day Camp
For over 72 years Cranbrook has offered the community the opportunity to share in the Booth family's vision to develop and nurture the creative and performing arts. Founded upon the principle that all young people can benefit and enrich their lives from exposure to music and art, Young Authors Day Camp has been a treasured part of the Schools' programming and community outreach. True to Cranbrook's earliest traditions celebrating the joys of scholarship, Young Authors Day Camp was established to encourage exploration of language crafts in a truly creative environment. For more information regarding this camp, please click here: Cranbrook Schools Young Authors Camp
Duties: Interact with families and campers (boys and girls, grades 2-8) in a positive, nurturing and enriching manner. Supervise and be accountable for campers during the camp day including pick-up/drop-off, classroom and outdoor activities, lunchtime, transitions, and downtime. Lead enriching and creative experiences when assigned. Manage campers in all activities and while moving about campus to ensure consistent engagement and safety for each camper. Provide enriching and creative growth experiences within the camp activities.
Qualifications: High school diploma; childcare experience; superior problem-solving skills and ability to relate with campers, staff, and parents.
Preferred: 18 years of age; currently attending or graduated from college; camp employment experience.
Timeframe: Orientation begins the week of June 9. Camp runs Monday-Friday, June 15-August 7, with pack-away on August 8.
Wage: $16.50 per hour.
Benefits: Lunch provided; discounts for children/grandchildren.
Salary : $17