Summer Programs Newsroom Navigator Assistant Counselor

McLean, MD - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

The Newsroom Navigator Assistant Counselor is a seasonal position that reports to the Newsroom Navigator Director. This program will run from June 22-July 10 2026 (no camp on July 3) and the expected hours of work are 8:30 am-3:30 pm Monday-Friday. Pre-camp staff training lesson planning classroom setup will take place the week of June 15 (no camp June 19) with mandatory all staff training scheduled for June 9.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Assisting the Newsroom Navigator Director in executing daily activities designed to foster a curiosity about the world we live in and the world of journalism.
Actively participate in all camp activities to help build relationships with campers.
Supervise campers at all times including lunch and recess time prioritizing their well being and safety.
Commit to staying after hours on days of actual shows to ensure smooth rehearsals and performances.
Follow all safety protocols and procedures established by
Assist in cleaning maintaining and ensuring proper use of facilities and equipment.
Use positive and proactive techniques to resolve any camper behavioral issues. Effectively communicate such issues to the program director.
Assist in morning arrival and afternoon dismissal of campers.
Participate in staff orientations pre-camp staff training preparations for camp opening and meetings.
Adhere to the procedures and policies outlined in The Staff Handbook.
Participate in both morning arrival and afternoon dismissal.
Assist with completing and submitting an accurate inventory lists to the camp office ensuring that all listed items match the materials returned to storage
Assist with the 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 16 years of age
Previous experience of providing care to children is a plus.
Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to engage and connect with campers of different ages and backgrounds.
Responsible energetic enthusiastic and have a positive attitude.
Physical ability to participate in activities with campers (run sit on the floor walk and stand for longer periods of time). Ability to participate in outdoor activities and withstand heat sun and other weather conditions.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team taking direction from the Director and collaborating with other staff members.
Ability to recognize and respond to individual and cultural differences within a diverse population of campers and staff.
Ability and willingness to follow all policies and procedures outlined in the Handbook.
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 and 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 persons contributions and perspectives are valued.

Required Experience:

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DescriptionThe Newsroom Navigator Assistant Counselor is a seasonal position that reports to the Newsroom Navigator Director. This program will run from June 22-July 10 2026 (no camp on July 3) and the expected hours of work are 8:30 am-3:30 pm Monday-Friday. Pre-camp staff training lesson planning ...

Description

Duties and Responsibilities:

Assisting the Newsroom Navigator Director in executing daily activities designed to foster a curiosity about the world we live in and the world of journalism.
Actively participate in all camp activities to help build relationships with campers.
Supervise campers at all times including lunch and recess time prioritizing their well being and safety.
Commit to staying after hours on days of actual shows to ensure smooth rehearsals and performances.
Follow all safety protocols and procedures established by
Assist in cleaning maintaining and ensuring proper use of facilities and equipment.
Use positive and proactive techniques to resolve any camper behavioral issues. Effectively communicate such issues to the program director.
Assist in morning arrival and afternoon dismissal of campers.
Participate in staff orientations pre-camp staff training preparations for camp opening and meetings.
Adhere to the procedures and policies outlined in The Staff Handbook.
Participate in both morning arrival and afternoon dismissal.
Assist with completing and submitting an accurate inventory lists to the camp office ensuring that all listed items match the materials returned to storage
Assist with the 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 16 years of age
Previous experience of providing care to children is a plus.
Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to engage and connect with campers of different ages and backgrounds.
Responsible energetic enthusiastic and have a positive attitude.
Physical ability to participate in activities with campers (run sit on the floor walk and stand for longer periods of time). Ability to participate in outdoor activities and withstand heat sun and other weather conditions.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team taking direction from the Director and collaborating with other staff members.
Ability to recognize and respond to individual and cultural differences within a diverse population of campers and staff.
Ability and willingness to follow all policies and procedures outlined in the Handbook.
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background investigation which involves fingerprinting and TB screening.