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Denver Museum of Nature & Science · 5 days ago

Program Coordinator for Summer Camp Team

Denver, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$27/hr - $27/hr

1+ years exp

Denver Museum of Nature & Science is seeking a temporary camp director for their Summer Science Camps Team. The role involves planning curriculum, supporting camp educators, and ensuring a safe environment for campers, while engaging them in various science themes.

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Responsibilities

Maintains a safe and welcoming environment for all Museum guests, while actively working to minimize risk for campers on site

Contributes to and helps to successfully implement daily and programmatic logistics

Prepares summer program before and during the run of the program, including supply management, execution of activities, and camp and director team check-ins

Provides guidance for and demonstrates age-appropriate, audience driven techniques around camper engagement and behavior guidance

Collaborates in the planning, preparation, and presentation of summer staff training

Assists in continuous licensure compliance

Qualification

Bachelor's degree in science1 year camp coordination experienceExperience in science educationAccessEquityBilingual (English/Spanish)FlexibilityTeamworkTime managementDynamic facilitationProblem solving

Required

Bachelor's degree in science, education, recreation, outdoor education, or a subject in the human service field or equivalent time and experience required

1 year (1,820 hours) experience with summer camp coordination for school-age children (5-12), day camps preferred

Twenty-one (21) years of age due to licensure requirements

Ability to meet Program Lead requirements of Colorado's Department of Early Childhood within 30 days of hire required, including proof of verifiable education, training, or experience

Ability to meet Camp Director requirements of Colorado's Department of Early Childhood within 30 days of hire, including proof of verifiable education, training, or experience

Must be able to provide a qualification letter from previous employer(s) stating that you have met the experience requirement of a Camp Director OR provide proof of Early Childhood Professional Credential in Colorado Shines