A Counselor is responsible for the needs of the campers and to assist in the supervision and facilitating of camp programs, rules and regulations.

• Learn the names and likes/dislikes of your campers. Be knowledgeable about the needs of campers including special diets, eating habits, etc.
• Assure the cleanliness of dorms and areas daily.
• Counsel campers when necessary.
• Create a cohesive bond within camper group.
• Supervise and participate in recreation programs, keeping control of the group.
• Adhere to safety rules and company policies for the well being of the campers and staff.
• Assist with programs. This may include lifeguarding, track stewarding, leading creative programs or other recreational activities during all recreational periods.
• Assist with meal supervision of food services, including set up and clean up.
• Assist with group arrival and departure procedures as assigned.
• Be able to respond to emergency situations when necessary.
• Assist with other departments when available.
• Any other duties as assigned by Camp Director, Assistant Camp Director or Head Counselor.

• Must have completed one full year of college.
• Must be at least two years older than the oldest camper age group (oldest camper=17 years old).
• Past experience working with youth at a camp, or as recreation leader or other similar experience.
• Must have strong communication and human relation skills.
• Certification in lifeguard training, first aid and CPR preferred (not required).
• Able to accept supervision and guidance and assist in activities where needed.
• Desire to live and work in remote camp community.
• Desire to work with children and ability to supervise them in related activities.
• Good character, integrity, flexibility and adaptability.
• Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience and self-control.
• Must be able to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Apply directly at www.astrocampsummerva.org/joinourstaff/

AstroCamp & Camp Motorsport is a co-ed summer camp for children age 8-17, located in Clover, Virginia .

Our AstroCamp program focuses on astronomy, physics, and outdoor adventure programming to create a summer experience like no other. Campers come each summer to make memories, have fun, and get hands-on science and astronomy training while participating in a variety of activities from the scientific to the fun! AstroCamp is a STEM program that pushes campers to deepen their understanding of science by participating in space exploration, playing in our state-of-the-art labs, building and launching rockets, and searching the night sky with our large array of telescopes.

Our Camp Motorsport program offers exciting and dynamic motorsport focused summer camp programs for girls and boys ages 9 to 17. Featuring 3.5 miles of flat track, custom made paved go kart track and 20 miles of off-road trails. Aspiring racers learn the finer points of driving technique from qualified instructors on both our racing go karts and off-road buggies. In addition to gaining valuable seat time, campers get hands-on experience with the STEM aspects of automotive design.

Outside of these programs we also offer a range of outdoor adventure activities.