Summer Camp Counselor

Summer Camp Counselor

About the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites:

The Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites (ISMHS) is a statewide museum system with 12 locations, including a central museum based in Indianapolis. Our mission is to ignite wonder, inspire curiosity, reveal stories and create connections. Our values are Integrity, Stewardship, Interconnectivity and Transparency.

Purpose of Position/Summary:

Indiana State Museum is seeking Summer Camp Counselors to assist with 1st through 8th grade school break camps within the Programs and Education Engagement department. This position will work from 7:40 am - 1:00 pm or 12:30 – 5:30pm, Monday through Friday, from June 1st – 26th, and July 6th – 31st. This position may also work full days between May 26th – 29th and August 3rd – 7th. The hourly pay is $16.73.

Responsibilities Include:

· Assist with leading camp activities and encouraging youth in hands-on activities. Modify program activities as needed to better meet camper needs.

· Assist with preparation of materials and coordinating supplies for camp activities.

· Supervise 1st through 8th grade campers and follow disciplinary procedures when needed; report disciplinary issues to the Camp Program Manager or Sr. Youth Programs Manager immediately.

· Mentor and encourage creativity, exploration, and a hands-on, minds-on learning environment with campers.

· Model leadership, a positive attitude, and a desire to learn and explore with campers.

· Assist with set-up/clean-up of activities including before/after camp games and activities.

· Assist with evaluation of activities and share feedback with the Camp Program Manager.

· Provide a safe environment for play, learning, and discovery with campers.

· Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

· High school diploma required.

· Experience working with school-aged children required.

· Strong communications skills with school-aged campers.

· Exhibit excellent public speaking skills, enthusiasm, and creativity while interacting with visitors of all ages and abilities.

· Collaborative personality and a team player.

· Ability to maintain campers' safety and wellbeing.

· Ability to maintain a professional appearance and attitude.

· Ability to work 7:40 am-1:00pm or 12:30 – 5:30 pm during the months of June and July 2026.

· This is a temporary position.

Physical effort:

· Educators must move within the classroom.

· Educators must assist set up of tables, chairs, and program supplies.

· Educators work primarily inside the museum building with recess outside for 30 minutes, weather permitting.

o Some camps include offsite visits within walking distance.

This position reports directly to the Camp Program Manager and works closely with Program and Education Engagement staff.

To apply, please email a resume and cover letter to Indiana State Museum’s Camp Program Manager, Marissa Subar at msubar@indianamuseum.org

For more information go to https://www.indianamuseum.org/about/join-the-team/

Pay: $16.73 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17