Description
Are you a motivated self-starter who enjoys working with individuals of all ages? The University of Southern Maine is seeking STEM Camp Leaders & Camp Counselors, and welcomes the opportunity to speak with you about this winter, spring, and/or summer opportunity!
The STEM Camp Leader is responsible for the day-to-day operation of any of the USM/Maine Robotics’ STEM camps. Each camp consists of up to 16 campers, ages can range from 7 to 17, but no camp would have more than a 5-year range. Responsibilities include oversight of the staff, check-in, and check-out of all campers for each day, maintaining contact with parents, resolving any conflicts between campers, giving short educational presentations to the campers, securing of the facility (room), resolving equipment problems, and in general providing the leadership for the camp. Responsible for orchestrating the move of the camp(s) between different locations with the help of the camp counselors and/or the University of Southern Maine central staff. Recruiting and facilitating visiting presenters or local (walking) or transported field trips as the location allows. Covering other camp rooms as may temporarily be needed. This position may require the ability to switch between topics from one week to another.
The STEM Camp Counselor is responsible for day-to-day operation of the day camps. Each camp consists of up to 16 campers, ages 7 to 17, depending on the camp. Responsibilities include working with the campers and other staff, giving short educational presentations to the campers, securing of the facility (room), resolving equipment problems, and in general providing the mentorship for the campers. Camps may include local (walking) field trips or transported field trips.
Camp topics covered under this position would include:
LEGO Robotics camp
Build Your Own Computer Camp
3D Design and Printing Camp
Programming in Minecraft Camp
Astrophysics in Minecraft Camp
Algae Research Session
CubeSat camp
And any other single- or two-week offerings that are currently available
Please indicate in your cover letter which season(s) you are interested in:
December (winter break)
February (spring break)
April break
Summer (June-August)
The University of Southern Maine’s STEM Outreach Program is part of the College of Science, Technology and Health and oversees the Maine Robotics programs, along with the Southworth Planetarium, and coordinates numerous K-12 STEM outreach programs that reside at USM.
Training is provided at the end of June at USM campus.
Standard First Aid/CPR training required (provided or reimbursed if you don't have it or isn’t current).
Duration: 1-6 weeks of active camp, week of training at the end of June in Gorham/Portland.
Compensation: Camp Leaders: $27-32/hr. Camp Counselors: $16-19/hr
Number of positions: Multiple positions
Location: These camps are offered in a wide variety of locations around the state.
Travel: May be required depending on the conditions, contact USM STEM Outreach Director for more information. Lodging is provided by USM at local facilities.
The University is committed to building a culturally diverse team of leaders, faculty, and staff. We welcome applicants who are multilingual and strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
Requirements
Camp Counselors:
Experience working with children and/or technology is required.
Background in education, sciences, and/or technology is desirable but not required.
Camp Leaders:
Required Qualifications:
Experience working with children.
Experience in a STEM field, either directly or as an educator.
Experience with at least one of the camp topics, or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications:
4-year Degree or equivalent educational experience
Teaching or educational support certificate and at least 2 years of professional experience.
Summer camp or summer activity experience.
