Student Camp Counselor - Summer

Precollegiate Programs is looking for about 15 summer camp counselors.

Dorm Counselors will be responsible for living in the residence hall and providing overnight supervision of approximately
25-50 participants per camp with ages ranging from middle school to high school. Participants are on the OU Norman
campus to attend a variety of academic summer camps.

Day Counselors will be responsible for the safety and well-being of all camp participants, leading participants from dorms
to meals in Couch Cafeteria, escorting participants from dorms to classroom buildings. Duties may include classroom
assistance.

All Counselors are Expected:

• To take an active role in the participants' extra-curricular activities such as basketball, games, swimming, and social times in the evening, as well as during meal times.
• Assist with supervision during recreation periods, program activities and trips, registration and move-out procedures.
• Be knowledgeable of all policies and rules and assist in their enforcement.
• Must be able to be on call during the summer camp's operating hours.
• High level of maturity; ability to be self-disciplined and able to work on a team.
• Must participate in paid training workshop prior to the start of camp.

Required Documents (No Self-identifying Pictures): 

• Resume
• Letter of Interest
• Class Schedule

Required Education: Must be currently enrolled in a combination of two terms as a student at the University of Oklahoma. Hiring contingent upon verification of current student status.

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  Must attach Spring, Summer, and/or Fall 2024 class schedule.
  
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  Please be able to provide valid student ID number, and proof of prior or upcoming semester enrollment for year 2024.
  

Skills:

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  Effective communication skills.
  
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  Ability to work through the complete Summer camp session.
  
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  Experience with youth ages 6-18.  Per Minors on Campus Policies, counselors must be age 18 or older.
  

Advertised Physical Requirements:

• Ability to engage in recreational activities.  
• Ability to grasp objects, and assist students in minor physical activity.

Department Preferences:

• Coursework completed in Education, Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Architecture, Aviation, Chemistry, Geology, or Meteorology.
• Familiarity with the University of Oklahoma's residence hall policy and procedures.
• Have a valid driver's license

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