JOB DESCRIPTIONS (number of openings):
PROGRAMMING COUNSELORS (20) work with four campers at a time on two computers, teaching
programming through projects the campers define themselves. Must have a strong background in
at least one computer language (e.g. LOGO, BASIC, Pascal, Visual BASIC, C, C++, or Java).
ROBOTICS COUNSELORS (4) work with four campers at a time on two computers, using LEGO
Mindstorms and LCSI's MicroWorlds EX Robotics to teach campers to construct
and program their robots. Must have a strong background in programming and experience with
robotics.
VIDEO COUNSELORS (6) work with small groups of campers, teaching them to brainstorm,
write scripts, shoot and edit to produce a live-action video. Must possess skills in video
production (e.g. majoring in film; experience with camcorders and digital editors). Competence with Final Cut Pro is required.
ANIMATION COUNSELORS (4) work with four campers at a time on two computers, teaching
them 2D or 3D animation techniques with output to videotape or CD. We use Macromedia
Flash, Carrera and Poser.
NEWSPAPER COUNSELORS (2) teach the campers desktop publishing, journalism, graphic
design and layout while helping them to produce an issue of TIC TALK, the camp
newspaper, each session. Must have training and experience with Photoshop, and In Design.
GRAPHICS COUNSELORS (4) teach the campers digital art and help them create
poster art, screen savers, or publish their artwork in TIC Talk. Must have artistic skill,
training, and experience with Illustrator and Photoshop.
WEB DESIGN COUNSELORS (8) teach campers to produce their own original web pages. Must
have knowledge of web tools and techniques (e.g. HTML, CSS, Javascript) and a strong sense of design.
DIGITAL MUSIC COUNSELORS (2) teach music synthesis to campers who have some musical
ability and at least two years of music lessons. Must have experience with Cakewalk, Reason
or other composition software. Knowledge of computer programming would be a strong
additional asset.
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY/MEDIA MIX COUNSELORS (2) teach the senior campers digital photography and the junior campers to create projects using several digital media.
Must have extensive artistic skill, training in photography, and experience with
Illustrator and Photoshop. Some skill in the use of web and animation techniques
also required.
ATHLETIC COUNSELORS (20) work with small groups of campers, helping them to develop
athletically and socially. General skills in team and individual sports are required, with a
specialty in one of the following: soccer, basketball, swimming, softball, frisbee, hockey,
football, volleyball, tennis, gymnastics (tumbling only), martial arts or dance.
DRAMA SPECIALISTS (2) are athletic counselors for part of each day. They teach
campers to stage an original production for the end of each session. A strong theatre
background is preferred (a college major plus some professional experience), and a real
interest in teaching is also required.
TENNIS SPECIALISTS (2) are athletic counselors for part of each day. They teach tennis
lessons to beginning or intermediate level players for two hours daily. Experience in teaching
or coaching tennis is required.
CAMP NURSE (2) makes decisions about accidents or illness; maintains records on
campers and staff; administers medication under the direction of our consulting physician;
and supervises the camp clinic. Must be mature and competent, have a calm demeanor and
experience in health care. RN, LPN, or EMT desirable; current certification in First Aid and
CPR required. A benefit to a parent: free camp tuition for a child. A special application is
required. Click here: CAMP NURSE APPLICATION. Also print out
three
reference forms.
EXTENDED DAY SUPERVISOR (2) runs the Extended Day Program from 3:00 to 6:00 each day;
prepares a nutritious snack; supervises 5-8 counselors; records attendance, plans indoor and
outdoor activities for 30-40 children. Requires experience teaching or working with children.
The salary is $2000+ for a half day (2:30-6:30 p.m.) A special application is required.
Click here: EXTENDED DAY SUPERVISOR APPLICATION.
Also print out three reference forms.
OFFICE ASSISTANT (2) runs the Camp Office each day: answering the telephone, managing
attendance records, filing, delivering messages, ordering lunches, maintaining petty cash,
distributing camper T-shirts. A special application is required. Click here:
OFFICE ASSISTANT APPLICATION.
Also print out three reference forms.