Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary: $18.25
Description:
The Lead Camp Counselor is responsible for assisting in making our summer ZooCamp program safe, fun, educational, and aligned to our mission. Specifically, the Lead Camp Counselor is to help the Camp Coordinator plan, prepare, and execute all camp activities, crafts, games, animal encounters, tours through the Zoo, and all other aspects of ZooCamp. This applicant must be willing to lead and work well with other camp counselors, interns, volunteers, teen counselors, and other staff. This position is for someone who is hardworking, enthusiastic, creative, and eager to learn and facilitate learning. The applicant must have prior experience that shows they have been successful engaging children with educational activities.
Duties & Responsibilities
Assist in conducting all aspects of daily operations for our summer ZooCamp for ages 4-14, including modeling for other staff members.
Facilitate educational activities and games for up to 30 campers.
Assist with the preparation of schedules, activities, and crafts. This also includes cleaning the Camp space.
Lead extended care for up to 20 campers.
Collaborate with other camp staff to facilitate one to two, single-day, weekend camp sessions in June.
Seek to continue learning more about our animals at Franklin Park Zoo, to be able to better teach campers.
Provide guidance for other camp counselors about zoo interpretation based on knowledge of the zoo and animals.
Ability to communicate with Zoo guests and provide excellent customer service and positive interactions with all Zoo guests, employees, and camp families.
Fill in for the ZooCamp Coordinator when needed.
Work collaboratively with other staff, Education volunteers, teens, and interns.
Assume other duties as assigned by the ZooCamp Coordinator or Education Manager
Minimum Job Requirements
Must be 18 years or older
Available to work a minimum of 40 hours per week (8 hours/day) Monday-Friday
Previous experience working with children such as; at least four weeks experience as a junior counselor, have participated in structured group camping, or at least four weeks experience in a supervisory role with children.
Ability to work with children of all ages and aptitudes
Outstanding customer service skills, both internal and external
Excellent oral presentation skills
Ability to work independently as well as in a team
A strong desire to share and support ZNEs mission and goals to our campers
Reliable transportation to and from Franklin Park Zoo
Willingness to spend long periods of time outdoors
Ability to navigate over uneven terrain in all weather
Must pass a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check and/or a Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) check
Must agree to abide by all Zoo New England regulations concerning safety and conduct
Preferred Job Requirements
Previous experience in a leadership role
Previous camp experience as a camp counselor
Previous experience working with multiple age groups
Previous experience with kids in an educational setting
Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply
Current CPR / First Aid certification
Hours, Location, and Term of Appointment
Hours: 7:30am 3:30pm or 8:30 am 4:30 pm, 5 days/week, Monday Friday,
with 1-2 Saturday/Sunday single-day sessions in June
Location: Franklin Park Zoo
Term: Maximum of 13 weeks, June 1 August 21
Salary: $18.25/hr