Summer Camp Counselor

Company: Ideaventions Academy for Mathematics & Science
Location: Reston
Posted on: May 16, 2022

Job Description:

Summer Teaching Position (mid June - early August)

Ideaventions is looking for summer science teachers for our STEM enrichment camps in Reston, Virginia. Teach small groups of children (4th-6th grades) in hands-on science labs. We are looking for educators that are enthusiastic, creative and possess a passion for leading hands-on, science, engineering and technology camps. The position is to join our team, leading inventive, small-group STEM camps for elementary children. Teachers with experience in gifted education (AAP teachers or similar) are preferred.

Summer Explorations camps website: https://www.ideaventionsacademy.org/summercamps.html

Camp Dates:
Session 1: June 20 - July 8 (3 weeks), *no camp on Monday, 7/4
Break: July 11 - 15 (No camps)
Session 2: July 18 - August 13 (4 weeks)
Camp hours: Regular camp day is from 8:30 am - 3:30 pm

Highlights

Competitive hourly rate
Small groups (-10 students), hands-on activities make it fun
Creative environment working with an inventive, fun and inspired team of professionals
Gain experience leading small-group, hands-on STEM enrichment activities
Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree, preferably in science, engineering, technology or education. Candidates may also be currently working towards their degree and possess experience teaching.
Experience teaching children with excellent communication and problem solving skills
Engaging, compassionate and creative teachers capable of explaining science, engineering and technology concepts.
Requires physical ability to set up classrooms and participate in outdoor play time.
Experience with gifted education (AAP teachers) preferred
As a condition of employment with ideaventions, any job applicant will be required to successfully complete a background investigation.

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
COVID-19 considerations:
Applicants should have received their COVID-19 vaccination. Masks are currently optional (as of 4/13/2022).

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
Teaching: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
First Aid Certification (Preferred)
CPR Certification (Preferred)

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