Counselor, CS Rising

Job Overview

The CS Rising Counselor (High School student) supports the facilitation of a dynamic project-based STEM experience for rising 6th8th grade students. Counselors work alongside Camp Teachers and Creative Hut instructors to guide small groups of students through hands-on design challenges focused on computer science robotics and emerging technologies. Counselors serve as mentors and role models helping to foster a collaborative engaging and inclusive camp environment while supporting students throughout the week-long innovation process and final showcase.

Roles and Responsibilities

The following information is intended to describe the overall nature and scope of the work being performed. This is not a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities or tasks; work may differ and other work may be assigned when deemed appropriate.

• Support student learning and engagement during a week-long project-based STEM camp experience.
• Assist in facilitating small-group activities helping students collaborate problem-solve and stay engaged in daily challenges.
• Serve as a mentor and positive role model for middle school students promoting teamwork creativity and perseverance.
• Provide guidance and encouragement to student teams as they design build and refine solutions to a central challenge.
• Assist Camp Teachers and instructors with preparation setup and facilitation of daily activities and materials.
• Help manage daily camp routines including transitions attendance lunch and maintaining an organized learning environment.
• Support a safe inclusive and respectful environment for all participants.
• Encourage student participation in hands-on STEM activities and support the development of confidence and communication skills.
• Assist in preparing students for the final showcase and support presentation logistics.

Qualifications

Below are the minimum qualifications for this job. Equivalent combinations of education and experience are also acceptable.

• Science Technology Engineering or Mathematics interest
• Ability to work effectively with middle school students; to carry out designated instructional assignments.
• Good human relations and communication skills

Organizational Relationship

This part-time hourly position reports to the Coordinator of Work-Based Learning in Teaching and Learning.

Additional Details

Hours: 9:30 AM 2:30 PM

Locations: JL Simpson MS in the AWS Think Big Space

Salary Level:Band 1 $14.59/hourly

Salary Scale: Work Eligible:No

Union Designation: Non-Union