Headfirst Summer Camps · 4 weeks ago
Sprouting Scientists (STEM) Counselor - FH: 2025-3618
Oakton, VA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$15/hr - $15/hrHeadfirst Summer Camps is dedicated to creating transformational camp experiences for children. The Sprouting Scientists (STEM) Counselor will lead campers in engaging curriculum-based activities focused on STEM and the creative arts, ensuring a safe and fun environment for children aged 6-8.
Education Management
Responsibilities
Bring Camp to Life
Lead a group of 20 campers with a co-counselor through a planned schedule
Teach pre-written curriculum for the Innovators, Inc. and Sprouting Scientist programs, and engage campers during break times
Implement Headfirst’s safety protocols on supervision, bathrooms, emergency medications, and camper behavior management
Lead morning meetings, group games, free play, water play or free swim, curriculum-specific science and art activities, bathroom & sunscreen breaks, transitions, lunch & snack
Support specialized staff during field trips & expert workshops and afternoon program meetings
Execute morning and afternoon carpool as a key player, welcoming each family to camp by name with fantastic dance moves and coordinated carpool procedures
Nurture Physical, Social & Emotional Safety
Work directly with campers to support them in their emotional, physical, and social development through hands-on exploration and developmentally appropriate activities
Represent Headfirst for Families & Facility Partners
Represent the Headfirst brand daily to families at carpool and to school facility partners throughout the summer by being enthusiastic, hands-on, helpful, and in uniform
Actively participate in our efforts to take care of our camp facility and community
Be an Active Member of the Camp Team
Arrive on time, communicate schedule changes promptly, be a loyal and consistent team member who shows up for the campers and your team
Be flexible with your assignment and open to supporting other programs on site
Handle the Curveballs
Practice resiliency and arrive with a “How Can I Help?” mentality that puts camper experience and team success at the forefront through problem solving and trying new things
Qualification
Required
Must be at least 18 years old
Must be able to work around small children including, sitting, standing, running, and climbing stairs for the full day
Must be able to work in hot and outdoor environments while actively supervising campers and participating in dynamic activities for extended periods of time
Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds occasionally
Committed to adhering to the Cell-Phone Free policy, powering down and putting away cell phones in a locked pouch for the duration of your shift
Company
Headfirst Summer Camps
For over 20 years, we’ve been creating programs that inspire children and young adults to courageously engage with the world, celebrate the challenges that come with trying hard things, and meet every opportunity and every setback with persistence, patience, and a positive attitude.
Founded in 1996Washington, District of Columbia, US
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase