Summer Camp Team Leader/Counselor
City of Gaithersburg
- Gaithersburg, MD
- $17.25-20.00 per hour
- Temporary
- Part-time
- Provide or assist with providing overall supervision of camp operation, campers, and part-time staff.
- Coordinate on-site activities and trips.
- Plan, create, and carry out appropriate program activities.
- Ensure the camp facility is safe and secure and that all are participating in an appropriate manner.
- Prepare the camp facility by cleaning, sweeping, and collecting and disposing of trash.
- Arrange supplies and equipment for patrons/participants and ensure that equipment and supplies are functioning properly.
- Maintain camper registrations and emergency notification.
- Provide a thorough level of communication with parents, camp staff, and facility staff.
- Serve as a model for and promote responsible behavior and high standards of safety.
- Administer first aid and/or CPR if necessary.
- Plan and lead, or assist with planning and leading, a variety of structured camp activities.
- Provide constant supervision for approximately 15 to 20 camp program participants.
- Plan, create, and carry out appropriate program activities; assist with program setup and breakdown.
- Ensure a positive, fun, and safe environment for summer camp participants.
- Organize games and activities and perform other event/activity related tasks as assigned.
- Perform administrative support functions (i.e., photocopy, count fliers for distribution, affix labels).
- All applicants must enjoy working with children and be able to work directly with and plan activities for participants in a variety of settings; be responsible, dependable, adaptable, and punctual; have excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills and leadership qualities; be able to make quick and sound decisions; be able to understand, carry out, and provide written and oral directions; and have the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- All applicants must possess a high level of maturity and be able to deal with children, parents, and other staff in a positive, courteous, tactful, and professional manner. Must be safety conscious and committed to providing a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for all participants.
- CPR/AED and First Aid certification (may be obtained through the City upon hire)
- Moderate physical effort is required; must be able to lift/carry materials up to 50 pounds.
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