Summer Camp - Activity Instructor and Counselor

Have a remarkable summer that allows you to share your passion for science and make a difference in the life of a child!

Be a hero, a mentor and a role model, earn college credit, build your resume, have fun and make lifelong friends.

With over 300 animals in our hands-on zoo and over 100 activities, Cub Creek Science Camp is not your average summer camp. We have staff and campers from all over the world who all share the same passion for science, nature and animals.

Working a Summer at camp will give you experience working with kids that will put your future resume to the top of the pile! You will learn behavior management techniques, practice your teaching and instruction skills, learn to build rapport with campers of all ages and experience a diverse community of campers and co-workers.

We are looking to hire superstar staff who are able to show leadership, maturity, integrity and are excited to give campers the experience of a lifetime!

We still have openings available for instructors in the following activities:

·        Chemistry

·        Physics & Engineering

·        Crime Science

·        Veterinary Science

·        Culinary Science

·        Arts & Crafts

·        Archery

·        Riflery

·        Outdoor and Nature Studies

·        High-Ropes Course

Visit our website to learn more about working at camp and to complete an application by clicking the "Apply Externally" button.

https://cubcreeksciencecamp.com/join-our-team/ 

 When applying, please select “Cabin Counselor and Instructor” on our job page 

Speak with us about earning internship, work study or research project credit for the summer!

Dates: May 18 - Aug 10, 2025. Speak with us about alternative hours, dates and partial summer contracts.

Position Overview:

Work cooperatively with fellow Cabin Counselors to provide a healthy, safe and enjoyable camp environment and experience for all campers. Cabin Counselors and Instructors live in a cabin group of 16 campers and provide activity instruction to campers during the day.

Key Responsibilities:

Camper support (60%)

• Ensure campers are on time to activities with the appropriate supplies. Assist campers at meal times, and in the cabin to ensure campers are maintaining health and hygiene practices such as showering, wearing clean clothes, and getting appropriate sleep.

• Provide guidance to campers on their schedule, activity choices and abiding camp rules.

• Keep cabins and program areas clean and organized.

• Lead cabin activities, songs and games that are engaging and age appropriate.

• Provide emotional and behavioral support to campers as needed by following behavior management techniques as outlined in the staff manual and during training.

• Follow camp policies and procedures to ensure the health and safety of campers. 

• Role model appropriate hygiene, interpersonal interactions and dress codes at all times.

• Greet parents and campers professionally and with a smile, using appropriate language.

Activity Instruction (30%)

• Provide instruction of assigned camp activities to campers.

• Manage camper behavior to ensure all campers are actively and positively participating.

• Ensure the safety of all campers when participating in camp activities.

• Keep program areas clean and supplies well maintained.

Paperwork and Administration (10%)

• Complete daily and weekly camper documentation.

• Attend daily and weekly staff meetings.

• Keep cabins and other assigned camp locations clean and tidy.

• Other duties and tasks assigned by leadership to assist in functioning of camp operations and programs.

Required Experience and Skills:

• Completed at least 1 year of college education

• A desire to positively impact the life of a child and willingness to put the needs of campers first

• Have a passion for science, animals, and childhood development

• Able to effectively communicate ideas, thoughts and instructions in a constructive manner

• Self-motivated and able to work on tasks and assigned goals with minimal supervision

• Be willing to learn new concepts and skills

• Able to work in a team and both give and take direction from others

• Willingness to adhere to camp’s code of conduct, rules and policies

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

Counselors will be required to work outdoors in all weather conditions. An average of 5 miles of walking is expected each day and all staff must be comfortable walking on uneven ground for extended periods. Willing and able to sleep in shared housing in a cabin with other counselors and campers, single or private accommodation is not available. Comfortable sleeping outdoors at least one night a week and enthusiastically supporting campers to sleep out. Comfortable being near a range of animals including snakes, spiders, lizards, and other native- and non-native species. Able to sustain energy and enthusiasm throughout the full work day. Weekend work is required, this position requires availability to work on-site 7 days a week for the contract period. 

Compensation and Benefits:

Starting base pay of $4000 for 12 week summer. Additional $100 credit in camp store for snacks and supplies. Housing, meals and laundry included. 2 hour break provided each day, and 1 scheduled 21-hour break each week. Additional leadership training and certifications available to the right candidates.