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Posted : Tuesday, July 09, 2024 09:42 AM
*Position Overview*
CuriOdyssey is seeking Camp Leaders to inspire love for science and curiosity about the world for Camp CuriOdyssey campers this summer.
Camp CuriOdyssey is supported by a team of Directors, Leaders, Inclusion Assistant, and Leaders-in-Training, reporting to the Associate Director of Education.
Camp CuriOdyssey’s STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art/animals and math) focus is reflected in a robust curriculum developed around the following Camp themes: _Gadgets and Gizmos, Art Inventors, Junior Keepers, Nature Quest_, _Museum Medley, and Ocean Adventure_.
Camp Leaders, in partnership with and under the guidance of Camp Directors, will deliver our robust curriculum for our TK/Kindergarten to 4 grade campers, support teen volunteer “Leaders in Training” and ensure that the camp environment is engaging, fun, and safe.
Leaders serve as role models for campers, establish a foundation of knowledge, model inquiry, and collaborate with campers, learning together.
For the summer of 2024 we are seeking 12-14 Leader positions to support the Camp themes referenced above (descriptions can be found ).
*Primary Responsibilities* Camp Leaders work with campers, grades TK through 4, in one of CuriOdyssey’s science camp themes including physical and life sciences, engineering, art, and nature-based learning.
* As a STEAM Camp Leader, you will function primarily as a facilitator of STEAM camp activities and collaborate with campers in meaningful educational experiences.
Camp Leaders are prepared for engaging campers in each camp day in a way that supports each camper’s learning abilities.
* Support and develop leadership growth for Leaders-in-Training (teen volunteers).
* Provide support to other camp groups, as needed.
*Desired Qualities* * Commitment to the mission of CuriOdyssey and science/environmental education.
* Creative, curious, and compassionate approach to facilitating positive learning experiences for children.
* Respect for children as both learners and holders of knowledge, recognition that learning is a process not a product, commitment to positive behavior management, and ensuring the learning process is engaging, fun, and driven by the individual camper.
* Experience and expertise working with youth and a basic understanding of life, earth and/or physical science.
* Ability to maintain a growth mindset and positive attitude when navigating new or challenging experiences * Required: must be at least a rising-senior in high school or older.
If 18 years old or older, must complete and clear a background check.
* Required: must currently have or be willing to get a CPR/First Aid Certification.
*Physical Demands and Working Conditions* The physical demands herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential job functions.
: Work is conducted at CuriOdyssey and immediately local space at Coyote Point.
Camp will take place indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.
: Physical ability and endurance to occasionally carry and lift heavy materials, up to 50 pounds.
Frequently move from a sitting to standing position.
Traversing uneven surfaces, bending, reaching, sitting on the floor with children and twisting are daily repetitive physical actions.
*Compensation and Benefits* * Pay Rate: $20.
00/hour * This is a non-exempt seasonal position, full-time starting June 3 through August 16.
Please note that there are two unpaid holidays, July 4-5.
Note: there is limited flexibility to accommodate time off requests, and only emergency-related time off will be considered.
* The general work schedule for camp training and camp 8.
0 hours/shift, Mon.
– Fri.
, between the hours of 8:00am – 5:00pm.
*To Apply* Please send a resume and references to with “Camp Leader” in the subject line.
Application period open until all positions are filled.
_CuriOdyssey seeks to build a diverse work team and encourages applications from candidates who will add to that diversity.
CuriOdyssey is committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We believe that having staff, interns, and volunteers with diverse backgrounds enable us to better meet our mission.
CuriOdyssey considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other identifiable status.
_ Job Types: Full-time, Temporary Pay: $20.
00 per hour Benefits: * Employee discount Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday Experience: * camp or children's program support for ages preK-4th grade: 1 year (Required) Work Location: In person
Camp CuriOdyssey is supported by a team of Directors, Leaders, Inclusion Assistant, and Leaders-in-Training, reporting to the Associate Director of Education.
Camp CuriOdyssey’s STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art/animals and math) focus is reflected in a robust curriculum developed around the following Camp themes: _Gadgets and Gizmos, Art Inventors, Junior Keepers, Nature Quest_, _Museum Medley, and Ocean Adventure_.
Camp Leaders, in partnership with and under the guidance of Camp Directors, will deliver our robust curriculum for our TK/Kindergarten to 4 grade campers, support teen volunteer “Leaders in Training” and ensure that the camp environment is engaging, fun, and safe.
Leaders serve as role models for campers, establish a foundation of knowledge, model inquiry, and collaborate with campers, learning together.
For the summer of 2024 we are seeking 12-14 Leader positions to support the Camp themes referenced above (descriptions can be found ).
*Primary Responsibilities* Camp Leaders work with campers, grades TK through 4, in one of CuriOdyssey’s science camp themes including physical and life sciences, engineering, art, and nature-based learning.
* As a STEAM Camp Leader, you will function primarily as a facilitator of STEAM camp activities and collaborate with campers in meaningful educational experiences.
Camp Leaders are prepared for engaging campers in each camp day in a way that supports each camper’s learning abilities.
* Support and develop leadership growth for Leaders-in-Training (teen volunteers).
* Provide support to other camp groups, as needed.
*Desired Qualities* * Commitment to the mission of CuriOdyssey and science/environmental education.
* Creative, curious, and compassionate approach to facilitating positive learning experiences for children.
* Respect for children as both learners and holders of knowledge, recognition that learning is a process not a product, commitment to positive behavior management, and ensuring the learning process is engaging, fun, and driven by the individual camper.
* Experience and expertise working with youth and a basic understanding of life, earth and/or physical science.
* Ability to maintain a growth mindset and positive attitude when navigating new or challenging experiences * Required: must be at least a rising-senior in high school or older.
If 18 years old or older, must complete and clear a background check.
* Required: must currently have or be willing to get a CPR/First Aid Certification.
*Physical Demands and Working Conditions* The physical demands herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential job functions.
: Work is conducted at CuriOdyssey and immediately local space at Coyote Point.
Camp will take place indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.
: Physical ability and endurance to occasionally carry and lift heavy materials, up to 50 pounds.
Frequently move from a sitting to standing position.
Traversing uneven surfaces, bending, reaching, sitting on the floor with children and twisting are daily repetitive physical actions.
*Compensation and Benefits* * Pay Rate: $20.
00/hour * This is a non-exempt seasonal position, full-time starting June 3 through August 16.
Please note that there are two unpaid holidays, July 4-5.
Note: there is limited flexibility to accommodate time off requests, and only emergency-related time off will be considered.
* The general work schedule for camp training and camp 8.
0 hours/shift, Mon.
– Fri.
, between the hours of 8:00am – 5:00pm.
*To Apply* Please send a resume and references to with “Camp Leader” in the subject line.
Application period open until all positions are filled.
_CuriOdyssey seeks to build a diverse work team and encourages applications from candidates who will add to that diversity.
CuriOdyssey is committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We believe that having staff, interns, and volunteers with diverse backgrounds enable us to better meet our mission.
CuriOdyssey considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other identifiable status.
_ Job Types: Full-time, Temporary Pay: $20.
00 per hour Benefits: * Employee discount Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday Experience: * camp or children's program support for ages preK-4th grade: 1 year (Required) Work Location: In person
• Phone : NA
• Location : 1651 Coyote Point Dr, San Mateo, CA
• Post ID: 9101917918
