The Discovery School Day Camp is a special place for children to have fun, grow new friendships, discover nature, and have the freedom to be themselves! We strive to inspire a culture of kindness, curiosity, and connection to one another as well as the world around us.
Our Discovery kids spend their days exploring our 7 acre nature campus - climbing in our nature playground, building forts in the woods, relaxing by the pond, creating art, playing group games, and having water fun!
The Discovery School Day Camp is a special place for children to have fun, grow new friendships, discover nature, and have the freedom to be themselves! We strive to inspire a culture of kindness, curiosity, and connection to one another as well as the world around us.
Our Discovery kids spend their days exploring our 7 acre nature campus - climbing in our nature playground, building forts in the woods, relaxing by the pond, creating art, playing group games, and having water fun!
PRIMARY PURPOSE : Woodland Wonders camp counselors are responsible for maintaining safety and caring for their camper group (ages 6 - 12) throughout the daily camp schedule. Counselors will work together to lead and facilitate camp programming throughout the day, including camper group time, Discovery Stations and Foxes’ FirePit.
PROFESSIONALISM :
● Report to work well rested, on time and maintain consistent attendance for all 8 weeks.
● Communicate necessary absences with as much advance notice as possible.
● Establishes positive and professional relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
● Support and uphold The Discovery School Day Camp philosophy and policies.
● Show initiative in problem solving and be open to new ideas.
● Approach challenges with imagination and a sense of humor.
● Maintain confidentiality about issues regarding children and families.
● Respect and appreciate individual learning styles, culture and point of views.
● Model conflict resolution by communicating directly with individuals involved and collaborating to develop solutions.
HEALTH AND SAFETY:
● Ensure the safety and general well being of all campers
● Document incidents and notify parents in a timely fashion.
● Understand and follow The Discovery School Health and Safety guidelines
● Follow state regulations regarding incidents of abuse or neglect.
● Be able to remain calm and follow the Emergency Plan in the event of an emergency.
● Be able to lift, move or hold children with a weight of up to 50 pounds or more if necessary.
● Familiarize yourself weekly with camper names, approved pick-ups, allergy information, lunch choices and any other information parents provide.
OPERATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
● Download and use the Jumbula app to access camper profiles and communicate with families.
● Maintain a well-organized, safe and clean camp environment.
● Develop a positive relationship with each child and promote the development of self-esteem.
● Follow our positive discipline approach and Code of Conduct as outlined in the family handbook.
● Report any signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance or other disorder to the director.
● Implement the daily program of activities with safety and fun in mind.
● Lead daily programming at each Discovery Station. Set up and clean up each station as needed.
● Lead all camper crew activities, games, and transitions, including lunch, snack and clean up time.
● Work together with other counselors to lead Foxes’ FirePit songs, activities and skits.
● Establish a positive relationship with each child’s family by addressing them by name, welcoming them to camp, and sharing positive information about their child’s day.
● If/When sharing about something confidential, provide privacy and maintain confidentiality. Share and respond to families with sensitivity and respect.
● Be inclusive of children with disabilities and special needs. Modify activities and/or implement accommodations as outlined on an Individualized Camper Plan.
● Be willing to facilitate activities both indoors and outdoors in all weather throughout our 7-acre nature campus.
● Demonstrates a full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit or otherwise fully participate in activities.
QUALIFICATIONS
:
● Must be 18+ years of age.
● Must have a love and willingness to serve children and their families.
● Strongly support and execute The Discovery School Day Camp’s mission.
● Obtain all necessary clearances (see below)
● Educational requirements: High school diploma and/or actively pursuing or already obtained a college degree, preferably in a child-related field such as early childhood or elementary education.
● Be willing to obtain CPR and First Aid Certification during training week.
● Be able to manage multiple priorities and complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.
● Have the social skills necessary to relate to a variety of people in a highly collaborative environment, remaining positive even under stressful situations.
Clearances:
● PA Criminal Background Check *
● PA Child Abuse Check *
● FBI Criminal Background Check *
● NSOR
● Act 31 Online Training
* *Clearances and Act 31 training must be valid through August 1 , 2025.
Other Requirements:
● CPR/first-aid certified - included and paid for in summer camp sta training week
● Maintain consistent attendance for 8 weeks of camp
Position : Day Camp Counselor
Reports to : Camp Director
Time Commitment : M-F (40 hours/week); 6/2/25 - 8/1/25
Compensation : $17/hr
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