Arts, Media, Handicrafts Instructor

Job Description

Job Ttitle: Arts, Media, Handicrafts Instructor

Company: BSA Summit Group


Description: Why James C. Justice National Scout Camp?The Summit Bechtel Reserve is a 10,600-acre outdoor adventure and education facility near the New River Gorge National Park, in southern West Virginia. As a Scouting America National High Adventure Base, the Summit offers formative and transformational experiences to young people between the ages of ten and twenty. Justice National Scout Camp hosts Scouts (youth between ten and seventeen) and offers instruction in more than eighty merit badge programs, across areas like aquatics, climbing, S.T.E.M., arts and media, citizenship and life skills, Scoutcraft, and more. Our participants also engage in high-adventure activities, like mountain biking, whitewater rafting, and skateboarding. As a quintessential Scouting experience, Justice National Scout Camp also offers daily flag ceremonies, campfire programs, and a variety of fun camp-wide activities. We are looking for incredible staff members to guide, inspire, and empower the next generation of leaders! Direct ReportS.T.E.A.M. Director
Employee Profile and Desired Traits● High-level emotional intelligence● Skilled in team dynamics, conflict prevention/resolution, and identifying customer needs● Cheerful attitude and servant leadership disposition● People-oriented and focused on customer service● Adaptability in a fast-paced environment with ability to learn and develop hard and soft skills● Ability to interact with men and women of all ages and maturity levels of staff/customers
Duties & Responsibilities● Instruct, mentor, and engage Scouts (ages 11-17) in arts, media, and handicraft merit badges● Present to and interact with groups of five to twenty Scouts (youth) to transfer knowledge and empower application of skills and concepts● Coordinate and collect program and instructional materials and resources● Turn in accurate advancement paperwork to supervisor in a timely manner● Participate in camp-wide programs and activities (campfires, evening programs)● Assist with the setup, maintenance, and takedown of program and camping areas● Exemplify the principles of the Scout Oath and Law and model Scout Spirit● Maintain a clean, organized, inspected, neat, and safe work area● Other duties or projects as assigned by full-time or seasonal S.B.R. leadership● Abide by policies and procedures outlined in the S.B.R. Staff Handbook
Qualifications & Training● Eighteen years of age or older● Comfortable speaking and presenting in front of youth and adults● Previous art, sculpture, photography, videography, communication, chess, and/or Scouting experience preferred● Ability to use Microsoft Teams daily for work-related communication and coordination● Be or become a registered member of Scouting America
Performance Results● Meet or exceed expectations listed on the mid-season and end-of-season performance reviews● Create positive, memorable moments for Scouts (youth) and adult leaders during their visit● Make meaningful connections and build intentional relationships with Scouts and adult leaders● Contribute positively to the Justice National Scout Camp and the Summit through excellent job performance and through input of ideas for improvement
Physical Requirements● Multiple hours of standing, walking, or hiking each day and ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs.● Can pass the physical exam and approved SBR height and weight requirements
UniformSummit staff uniformHousing10’x12′ platform tent; Staff CampExpected Weekly Hours55+

Salary: $1600 – 1700 per month

Location: West Virginia

Date: Sun, 06 Oct 2024 22:02:22 GMT


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