Student: Camp Counselor

Student: Camp Counselor

SE03898

3J5SE: Student Employment

Lexington, KY

Off Campus

$13-$15

Student

Part-Time

REQUIRED Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities :
• Must be available to work a full-day camp setting, five days a week. Weekdays: 8:00-5:00 or 8:30-5:30, May 22 – August 9, 2024 excluding the week of July 4th.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Working experience with pre-school or elementary age children, preferably in a recreational setting.
• Excellent communication and organization skills with an enthusiastic and flexible attitude
• Must have the ability to work in a physically fast paced environment that includes navigating multiple floors of exhibit spaces and manipulating a variety of supplies throughout the shift.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Must have an enthusiasm for working with children with the ability to adapt to changing situation and react calmly under pressure.
• Applicant must be comfortable communicating with parents/caregivers daily.
• Ability to motivate and inspire others, especially childrenof all ages.
• Must be comfortable following all safety procedures as trained.

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You must be a current UK student to apply for this position. This position is located off-campus with a local Lexington employer and is not affiliated with UK.
The Explorium of Lexington is seeking seasonal Camp Counselors for our Summer 2024 Camp program. We are seeking patient, dependable, high-energy individuals with enthusiasm for creating
a fun and dynamic hands-on learning environment that inspires imagination and curiosity. As a Camp Counselor you will ensure that campers experience a stimulating and fun learning
environment at the Explorium of Lexington in the classrooms, while in our museum, and on the playground. You will implement activities, help maintain a safe classroom, and work closely with
children of all ages with a maximum of 25 campers per class.
• Provide a safe and engaging instructional environment in and outside of the classroom.
• Assist campers with activities and material preparation in groups or individually.
• Provide in classroom preparation and cleaning.
• Assist with health and safety of the campers by evaluating and treating minor incidents and informing the Play & Learning Director of any incidents.
• Assist with registration and other daily duties.
• Assist with pulling supplies and preparation of classrooms.
• Communicate with parents, visitors, and non-camp staff.
• Foster an inclusive classroom environment for all campers, staff, and volunteers

02/29/2024

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

05/22/2024