Summer Programs Discovery Head Counselor Book Club Workshop

McLean, MD - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

The Head Counselor is a seasonal position that reports to the Director of the Discovery Camp. This program will run from June 22-July 31 2026 (no camp on July 4 ) and the expected hours of work are 8:30 am -3:30 pm Monday-Friday. The mandatory all staff training will take place on Tuesday June 9 from 4:30 - 8:00 pm. Pre-camp staff training lesson planning classroom setup will take place the week of June 16 (campus is closed June 19). 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 an engaging and educational Book Club program for campers of all skill levels. Plan lead and supervise daily age appropriate activities for the Discovery Book Club workshop. This workshop is designed for campers who want to explore their love of reading and creativity by creating projects based on their selected books.
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
Cleaning maintaining and ensuring proper use of facilities and equipment.
Use positive and proactive techniques to resolve any camper behavioral issues. If needed report such issues to the Discovery Camp Director.
Report any injuries or sickness to the Discovery Camp Director.
Act as a positive role model a mentor a 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 Handbook.
Participate in both morning arrival and afternoon dismissal.
Coordinate with the program director and the Summer Office to order program supplies in alignment with established guidelines and allocations.
Responsible for completing and submitting accurate inventory lists to the camp office ensuring that all listed items match the materials returned to storage.
Responsible for end-of-summer check-out procedures for assigned classrooms ensuring all classrooms are left in better condition than they were found.
Coordinate with the program director and the Summer Office to order program supplies in alignment with established guidelines and allocations.
Responsible for completing and submitting accurate inventory lists to the camp office ensuring that all listed items match the materials returned to storage
Responsible for end-of-summer check-out procedures for assigned classrooms ensuring all classrooms are left in better condition than they were found.
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.

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DescriptionThe Head Counselor is a seasonal position that reports to the Director of the Discovery Camp. This program will run from June 22-July 31 2026 (no camp on July 4 ) and the expected hours of work are 8:30 am -3:30 pm Monday-Friday. The mandatory all staff training will take place on Tuesday...

Description

Duties and Responsibilities:

Create and implement an engaging and educational Book Club program for campers of all skill levels. Plan lead and supervise daily age appropriate activities for the Discovery Book Club workshop. This workshop is designed for campers who want to explore their love of reading and creativity by creating projects based on their selected books.
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
Cleaning maintaining and ensuring proper use of facilities and equipment.
Use positive and proactive techniques to resolve any camper behavioral issues. If needed report such issues to the Discovery Camp Director.
Report any injuries or sickness to the Discovery Camp Director.
Act as a positive role model a mentor a 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 Handbook.
Participate in both morning arrival and afternoon dismissal.
Coordinate with the program director and the Summer Office to order program supplies in alignment with established guidelines and allocations.
Responsible for completing and submitting accurate inventory lists to the camp office ensuring that all listed items match the materials returned to storage.
Responsible for end-of-summer check-out procedures for assigned classrooms ensuring all classrooms are left in better condition than they were found.
Coordinate with the program director and the Summer Office to order program supplies in alignment with established guidelines and allocations.
Responsible for completing and submitting accurate inventory lists to the camp office ensuring that all listed items match the materials returned to storage
Responsible for end-of-summer check-out procedures for assigned classrooms ensuring all classrooms are left in better condition than they were found.
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.