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Posted Job TitleSummer Camp Counselor
Job Profile TitleTemporary Employee - Non-Exempt
Job Description SummaryThe Summer Camp Counselor is responsible for leading and assisting small and large groups of campers in a variety of activities. The activities include gallery tours, art-making projects, games, scavenger hunts, and performances during the summer camp season. Counselors help to foster a fun and positive learning environment by facilitating friendships and teamwork among campers while acting as a mentor.
Any questions about the position or application process can be emailed to the Summer Camp Director at summercamp@pennmuseum.org.
Job Description
Position Responsibilities:
Lead and assist small and large groups of campers in a variety of activities, including gallery tours, inquiry-based workshops, art-making projects, games, and scavenger hunts.
Foster a fun and positive learning environment by facilitating friendships and teamwork among campers while acting as a mentor.
Job Location - City, StatePhiladelphia, Pennsylvania
Position Qualifications:
Enthusiasm and experience working with children, preferably in an educational setting
Excellent communication, leadership, and teamwork skills
Competence in teaching and administrative work
Patience, creativity, enthusiasm, initiative, and flexibility a must
Completed college degree with background in education, anthropology, archaeology, history, or art preferred but not required
Completed clearances preferred: Child abuse history, PA criminal record, and FBI criminal history
Must be available to work June 17-Aug. 16, Monday-Friday, 35-40 hours per week
Department / SchoolUniversity Museum
Pay Range$7.25 - $16.25 Hourly Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.
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Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.
Special Requirements
Background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
