Summer Programs

2 weeks ago

McLean, United States POTOMAC SCHOOL Full time
Job Details

Job Location
The Potomac School - McLean, VA

Position Type
Seasonal

Education Level
High School

Job Category
Education

Description

The Head Counselor is a seasonal position that reports to the Director of the Discovery Camp. This program will run from June 24-August 2, 2024 (no camp on July 3 and 4) and the expected hours of work are 8:30 am -3:30 pm, Monday-Friday. The Head Counselor is an integral part of the Summer Camp Staff and plays a vital role in making summer camp a safe, fun and enriching experience for the campers.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Create and implement a weekly curriculum and schedule. Plan, lead and supervise daily age appropriate activities for the Discovery camp crafts workshop. This workshop focuses on imagination and creativity where campers create a variety of projects showcasing their personal style and craft as they build, paint, glue and weave.
  • Actively participate in all camp activities to help build relationships with campers.
  • Supervise campers at all times, including lunch time, prioritizing their well being and safety.
  • Follow all safety protocols and procedures established by Summer@Potomac.
  • Cleaning, maintaining and ensuring proper use of Summer@Potomac facilities and equipment.
  • Use positive and proactive techniques to resolve any camper behavioral issues. If needed, report such issues to the camp Director.
  • Report any injuries or sickness to the camp Director.
  • Act as a positive role model - a mentor and trainer to the Assistant Counselors demonstrating leadership, responsibility and respect.
  • Participate in staff orientations, pre-camp staff training, preparations for camp opening and meetings.
  • Adhere to the procedures and policies outlined in the Summer@Potomac Handbook.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
  • Must be 21 years of age and possess a high school diploma or the equivalent.
  • Previous experience as a counselor, teacher, child care or a related field.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills.
  • Responsible, energetic, enthusiastic and have a positive attitude.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with the team.
  • Physical ability to participate in activities with campers (run, sit on the floor, walk and stand for longer periods of time).
  • Ability to recognize and respond to individual and cultural differences within a diverse population of campers and staff.
  • All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background investigation which involves fingerprinting and TB screening.

In striving to fulfill its mission, The Potomac School seeks many different voices, viewpoints, and backgrounds. We recognize that differences are a source of strength, and we know that everyone is enriched when each person's contributions and perspectives are valued.

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