Summer Camp Counselor

Department: Innovation Academy

Reports to: Innovation Academy Manager

Status: Seasonal

Pay Range:

About Building Momentum:

Building Momentum is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SVDOSB) specializing in technology and training (buildmo.com). Building Momentum is currently growing significantly and offers successful candidates a chance to train future generations of problem solvers. Building Momentum is a young, nimble company that values and rewards innovation, entrepreneurial spirit, and personal and professional development. Our compensation and benefits plan is designed to attract and retain talented individuals from various disciplines. We offer 401(k) matching, health benefits, flexible leave, generous time off, progressive parental leave, in addition to competitive base salaries.

The Role:

A Camp Counselor at Building Momentum is expected to be a forward-facing representative of the company. This is a high-intensity, seasonal position that will report to the Innovation Academy Manager. The ideal candidate will have experience with children and exceptional people skills. The candidate will also be familiar and comfortable with engaging and communicating with all age groups. A strong candidate should also possess the ability to perform confidently in high-stress situations. 

 

A Camp Counselor will spend the majority of their time learning, testing, and teaching curriculum. All our curriculum is project-based learning, using creative problem-solving through the use of technology such as 3D printing, laser cutting, welding, CAD, electronics, etc. Prior knowledge of technology is not required – technology can be easily taught.  

Tasks and Responsibilities:

  • Work as part of a team 

  • Conduct training as part of the Building Momentum team  

  • Learn and test curriculum for upcoming classes or products 

  • Set up and organize classrooms 

Required Soft Skills 

A successful candidate will display the following qualities:  

  • Accountability for one’s actions 

  • Committed to the improvement of themselves and others 

  • Open communication with management 

  • Anticipating needs/being proactive 

  • A desire for high-quality output 

  • Self-motivation 

  • High attention to detail 

  • Intellectual curiosity 

Required Skills/Experience 

A successful candidate will meet the following competencies:  

  • Strong organization, time management, and task prioritization skills   

  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including one-on-one and group instruction  

  • Ability to perform in high stress situations  

  • Experience working with children and/or large groups 

  • Experience and comfort with talking to all ages 

  • Strong problem-solving skills 

  • Advanced working proficiency in English; fluency preferred   

Optional Skills and Experience 

  • First Aid, AED, and CPR training or certification 

  • Experience engaging students with behavioral or cognitive impairments 

  • Basic making/building experience