adventures, fashion, etiquette, gardening, and photography.
To learn more about Activ8 and access the complete list of camps and descriptions, please visit www.columbusstate.edu/activ8
Responsibilities
Responsibilities and expectations for this position will vary based on assigned roles and may include, but are not limited to:
- Providing supervision and ensuring safety and accountability for campers aged 4-14. (Our motto: Safety is #1, #2 is fun!)
- Creating lesson plans with engaging, hands-on activities aligned with the camp's catalog description.
- Leading and/or assisting with weekly camp lessons and activities for up to 20 campers.
- Assisting with camp operations and related activities.
- Maintaining active engagement with campers and displaying high levels of motivation.
- Assisting with attendance and sign-in/sign-out procedures.
- Fostering positive relationships and effective communication with camp leadership, staff, and parents.
Required Qualifications
Activ8 Summer Staff Level I
Required Qualifications:
Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and a clear background check.
Activ8 Summer Staff Level II
Required Qualifications: An associate degree and teaching/classroom management experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
Activ8 Summer Staff Level III
Required Qualifications: A bachelor's degree and teaching/classroom management experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and education. Must be able to commit to entire summer program dates, including pre-camp training and post-camp clean up.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates with experience working with children and/or youth programs.
Proposed Salary
Salary is commensurate with experience and education.
Required Documents to Attach
For fullest consideration, please submit your application immediately.
Required Documents to Submit with Online Application:
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Resume
All applications and required documents must be submitted using Columbus State University's online employment site and a complete packet must be submitted for full consideration.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Selected candidates should have:
- Experience with children ages 4-14.
- Customer service skills.
- Excellent oral communication skills.
- Positive outlook and willingness to work as a member of a team.
- A successful criminal background check will be required as a condition of employment.
- Completion of instructor orientation and training.
- Candidates should be available most weekdays from 7:30 am - 5:30 pm.
- Some candidates may be asked to work a flexible schedule to provide supervision in the Before Care (7:30 am to 8:30 am) and After Care (4:30 pm to 5:30 pm) program.
