Summer Discovery - Camp Specialist

Salary: $16.25 - $18.25 Hourly Location : Shoreview, MN Job Type: Associate Job Number: 2026.24 Department: Parks & Rec Dept - Child Programs Opening Date: 03/09/2026DESCRIPTIONSummer Discovery is Shoreview Parks and Recreation's highly popular summer child care program. The program operates Monday - Friday at the Shoreview Community Center, a high quality facility with numerous resources. Children entering grades K-6 spend a fun-filled summer participating in activities ranging from weekly field trips, swimming, crafts, science projects, active games and more. We're looking for individuals who enjoy working with children and creating fun, educational activities that will make for a memorable summer. Summer Discovery staff work collaboratively to ensure participants have a safe and fun summer. DUTIES INCLUDEWe are accepting applications for the following positions for the 2026 summer season. ART SPECIALISTMonday-Thursday: 7:15 am - 5:45 pm, 40 hours/week (June-August)• Plan, organize, and lead art activities that encourage self-expression such as painting, drawing, crafting, and other hand-on activities • Guide campers through each activity while fostering creativity and teamwork; adapt projects for different skill levels • Teach basic art techniques; supervise and assist campers during activities • Ensure materials are available and safe to use; keep art supplies organized • Create a fun and inclusive environment SCIENCE SPECIALISTMonday-Thursday: 7:15 am - 5:45 pm, 40 hours/week (June-August)• Plan, prepare, and lead hand-on science activities and experiments while ensuring safety; supervise and assist campers • Create engaging lessons to teach campers about topics such as nature, biology, chemistry, and physics • Adapt activities for different age groups • Ensure materials are safe to use; keep supplies organized • Create a fun and inclusive environment WELLNESS & OUTDOOR SPECIALISTMonday-Thursday: 7:15 am - 5:45 pm, 40 hours/week (June-August)• Plan and lead gym and outdoor activities such as sports and nature games; organize outdoor games and challenges • Teach campers about wellness, fitness, and healthy habits • Supervise and engage campers in physical activities; ensure camper safety during outdoor activities • Promote teamwork and positive group interactions; maintain outdoor equipment and supplies • Create a fun and inclusive environment GREETER (morning or afternoon)Monday-Friday: 18-25 hours/week (June-August)Greeter-AM: 6:45 am - 11 amGreeter-PM: 2:30 pm - 6:15 pm• Create a welcoming and positive atmosphere for campers and families at the start or end of the day • Morning greeter will greet campers and families and check them in for the day • Afternoon greeter will greet parents/guardians and assist with the sign-out process ensuring participants are properly checked out • Answer questions about the program; communicate important information to parents/guardians and campers • Ensure safety at camp entrances; direct parents/guardians and staff where to go • Help with setting up/tearing down or managing camp events QUALIFICATIONSArt Specialist / Science Specialist / Wellness & Outdoor Specialist:Must be age 18 or older Previous experience working with children required Strong passion for related subject required Desired (not required): Enrollment in (or completion of) a related degree or certificate program Greeter:Must be age 18 or older Friendly, approachable, excellent customer service skills Strong communication skills and ability to provide clear directions Please note: some specialist staff will swim and/or accompany children into the Community Center's pools as well as off-site locations to supervise and ensure safety. This is based on program needs and the employee's ability.OTHERHourly wage: $16.25 - $18.25 per hour Mandatory Training Dates (subject to change based on training needs) New staff training: May 19 Lead and Specialist staff training: May 20 May 26 All staff training: May 27 May 28 May 30 June 2 June 4 - open house Deadline to apply: We are accepting applications until the positions are filled. *** Free Community Center Membership *** The City of Shoreview is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a culturally diverse workforce and encourage all qualified candidates to apply. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations are offered to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Associate employees enjoy a free membership to the Community Center, free parking, direct deposit (required) and uniforms (where applicable). 01 Please assist us in evaluating your skills and abilities by completing this supplemental questionnaire. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from the information included within the application? YesNo02 Which position(s) are you applying for? Select all that apply. Art SpecialistScience SpecialistWellness & Outdoor SpecialistGreeter (morning)Greeter (afternoon)03 Do you have experience working with children? YesNo04 What age children have you worked with FOR PAY? Mark all that apply. Under 5 years of age5 - 8 years of age9 - 11 years of age12 - 14 years of ageOver the age of 14No experience working with children in these age groups05 Do you have experience working with children WITHOUT PAY? If yes, who for, what ages, what did you do with the children? (If you do not have this experience, enter N/A) 06 Do you have any EXPERIENCE TEACHING CHILDREN in the following settings? Mark all that apply. In a school systemGirl Scout/Boy Scout Troop LeaderVolunteer or paid sports coachOther recreational programOtherNo experience teaching children in a formal setting07 What is the FIRST DAY you are available to work? 08 What is the LAST DAY you are available to work? 09 Do you have ANY SUMMER OBLIGATIONS such as vacations, athletic sports, other jobs, summer school, etc. that we should be aware of? If yes, please enter those dates below. 10 Are you at least 18 years old, or will you be 18 years old by May 19, 2026? YesNo11 If you answered No to the above question, when will you be 18 years old? 12 If you are applying for a Specialist position(s), please tell us why you are interested in the subject you are applying for (Art, Science, &/or Wellness & Outdoor).(If you are applying for the Greeter position only, enter N/A) 13 If you are applying for a Specialist position(s), are you pursuing or do you have a related degree or certificate in the area you are applying for (Art, Science, Outdoor & Wellness)? YesNoI am not applying for the Art Specialist, Science Specialist, or Outdoor & Wellness Specialist position14 If yes, what certificate, degree or major are you pursuing (or have you completed)? Otherwise enter N/A. Required Question