About the role

  • Student Assistant as Summer Camp Counselor at Miami University, fostering creativity and activities for children ages 6-18. Collaborating with a team for an enriching theater camp experience.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and direct daily activities for children ages 6-18. This includes providing a written schedule complete with activity descriptions and supply lists.
  • Assist with daily tasks and share duties appropriately with fellow counselors.
  • Work with the MCT tour directors to set a daily agenda, assuring all staffing needs are covered.
  • Assist with coordination of communication among all staff, Missoula Children's Theatre tour directors, camp participants, and families.
  • Ensures that supplies are available each day and counselors are prepared for the day's activities.
  • Ensure the safety of all campers.
  • Be a point of contact for participants and their families during the camp.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Ability to be active for several hours each day to keep up with participants' energy levels.
  • Creative mind and interest in working with kids.
  • A current and clear, State of Ohio background check through Miami University Police Department will be required before hiring. It is not needed to apply.
  • Be available from 9am - 5:30 pm, Aug. 4-7 and 9am-10 pm, Aug. 8 2025.
  • Have a place to live within commuting distance of Oxford, OH
  • Experience with supervising children ages 6-18 and planning creative activities for them.
  • Experience with summer camp or drama camp planning and programming a plus

Benefits

  • None

Job title

Student Assistant – Summer Camp Counselor

Job type

Experience level

Entry level

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

High School Diploma

Location requirements

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