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Seasonal Summer Camp Counselor Job Description
Syringa Mountain School Summer Day Camp provides Waldorf-inspired activities in a school
setting. Camp is held for 6 weeks this 2016 summer. Camp begins June 6th and runs till August
19th weekly, Monday through Friday. Campers will explore the natural world through HANDS on activities such as gardening, cooking, hiking, movement and/or outdoor play. Campers and
staff will get down and dirty, observe nature, discover the growing plants and animals in the
garden. Campers will weed, water, harvest, and taste the fruits of their labor along with many
other fun and engaging activities. Gardening activities will encourage exploration, creativity and
healthy eating. Children will express their HEART with art from singing to painting, chalk
drawings to handwork. Challenge their MIND by using their HEAD to solve riddles, make
nature observations, and play fun games. Day Camps vary with ages and topics each week, see
below for details. Campers will meet at SMS each morning by 9 am. Some camps will be
traveling frequently on field trip adventures (weather permitting) off campus daily to the river,
parks, pool, libraries, and nature preserves. All campers will return to SMS by 4 pm daily.
2016 SMS Camp Offerings:
GARDEN SPROUTS: 5 to 7 year olds, rising kindergarten to rising second graders
 July 11-15 Fairies, Elves & Gnomes
 July 18-22 Incredible Insects & Big Bugs
 July 25-29 Wet ‘N’ Wild
FLEDGLINGS: 7 to 9 year olds, rising second to fourth graders
 Aug 1-5 Feathered Friends
 Aug 8-12 Art in the Garden
WOLFGANG: 8 to 10 year olds, rising third to fifth graders
 Aug 15-19 Garden Chefs
Camp Details:
 Camp Hours 9-4 pm Monday to Friday
 Before and after care available from 8-9:00 am and 4-5:30
 Ratios of 1-8 counselor to children for Garden Sprouts & Fledglings 1-10 for Wolfgang
 Cancellation Policy: Staff maybe dismissed of work for cancellations of camp.
Notification will happen no later than two weeks prior to camp beginning.
 Camp Location: Syringa Mountain School 4021 Glenbrook Dr. Hailey ID 83333
Qualifications:
 Loves kids
 Demonstrated experience working with children
 Ability to assist teacher and co-lead various recreational, crafts, Waldorf inspired activities
 Excellent character, integrity and adaptability
SYRINGA MOUNTAIN SCHOOL, Post Office Box 3531, Hailey, Idaho 83333 208-720-6327
www.syringamountainschool.org
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Ability to communicate and work with a variety of ages and skill levels
The desire and ability to work in a cooperative, team-oriented atmosphere
Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience and self-control
leadership experience in school and/or community is preferred
A strong interest in teaching career and/or working with children is preferred
A desire to have fun!!!!
We require the following of our Summer Camp Teen Counselors:
Requirements:
 Pass Idaho State run background check
 16 years of age pursuing high school diploma or graduated and older
 CPR & First Aid certification
 Need to be available for spring camp collaboration meetings and/or training which will be
announced.
 Available 7:45 am-5:30 pm, Monday – Friday from July 11th thru August 19th
o 8 hour Shifts will rotate with opener, closer and mid.
Counselor Responsibilities:
 Assist in facilitating age appropriate activities that keep children active and engaged with the
head, heart and hands
 Supervise, assist instructors and actively participate in all aspects of the campers’ day.
 Use group management skills to engage all children in daily activities
 Take primary responsibility for the health, well-being, safety and happiness of campers
 Greet parents and campers; assist with check in/out process.
 Learn the camper’s names and characteristics
 Recognize and respond to opportunities for group/individual camper problem solving
 Provide opportunities/positive choices for the group so that each individual experience is a
success
 Encourage respect for one another, nature, personal property, equipment and facilities
 Set-up and clean-up activities, assist in maintaining a clean atmosphere
 Set a good example for campers in all areas, including cleanliness, punctuality, clean-up
chores, rules, and sportsmanship
 Guide campers in participating successfully in all aspects of camp activities
 Observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations
and emergency procedures and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques
 Prepare for and actively participate in pre-camp meetings
 Meet/communicate regularly with Director regarding concerns, updates, challenges
 Submit all required paperwork/timecard/days off request on time
Direct Supervisor: The Summer Camp Director
SYRINGA MOUNTAIN SCHOOL, Post Office Box 3531, Hailey, Idaho 83333 208-720-6327
www.syringamountainschool.org
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
 While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and
see.
 The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit; use hands to handle or feel; reach
with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
 The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
 Specific vision requirements include the ability to see at close range.
 Public Transportation time spent commuting between site and excursions to bring campers to
and from places.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 Work occurs in Syringa Mountain School spaces such as, classroom and outside playground,
garden and farm environment. As well as public parks, rivers, pools, nature preserves and
public transportation.
 The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.
Wage: $7.25 to $10 depending on experience
To be considered for a position please send
Employment application
Please email or return your completed application to: [email protected]
Or via mail to: Syringa Mountain School, 4021 Glenbrook Dr., Hailey, Idaho 83333, Attn:
Employment
Selection Procedure:
A fully completed Application must be received by May 20th. This position is open until
filled. Any materials received after the closing date and time will not be considered.
Applications will be evaluated on the basis of relevant experience and training. The top group of
applicants will be invited to participate in further job screening.
Final appointment is contingent upon the applicant passing a background investigation including
a criminal history search. Costs of the background will be paid for by Syringa Mountain School.
SYRINGA MOUNTAIN SCHOOL, Post Office Box 3531, Hailey, Idaho 83333 208-720-6327
www.syringamountainschool.org
SMS is an equal opportunity employer. SMS employs staff of any race, color, national or ethnic
origin, ancestry, citizenship, religious affiliation, actual or perceived gender, sexual orientation,
marital status, veteran status, age, physical or mental disability, or medical condition where the
latter do not impair job performance with reasonable accommodations, and accords them all
rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded to and made available to staff at
the school. SMS will not discriminate on the basis of any of the above factors, nor any basis
prohibited by law.
SYRINGA MOUNTAIN SCHOOL, Post Office Box 3531, Hailey, Idaho 83333 208-720-6327
www.syringamountainschool.org