STEM Summer Camp Counselor
Blue Ridge Boost — Charlottesville, VABlue Ridge Boost is hiring high school students to help lead our hands-on STEM camps in Charlottesville this summer. This is a great opportunity for responsible, enthusiastic teens who enjoy working with younger students and have interests in STEM, coding, robotics, games, or teaching.Counselors will support two types of camps:Summer Camps for ages 6–12Advanced STEM Camps for ages 13+Advanced 11–12-year-olds may also participateAbout Blue Ridge BoostBlue Ridge Boost offers hands-on STEM learning in Charlottesville for students ages 6+. Our camps are week-long, engaging, and project-based, with all materials and computers provided.Camp TopicsCounselors may assist with camps in:Robotics — build and program robotsCoding & Game Design — Minecraft Education and Roblox StudioMath & Science — hands-on problem-solvingStrategic Games — board games and logic puzzlesAdvanced STEM CampsAdvanced Robotics — complex builds and programmingCoding & AI — Python, web development, and machine learningGame Development — Unity, Roblox Studio, and original projectsPositionHigh School Camp Counselor Seasonal / Summer / In-personLocationBlue Ridge Boost2171 Ivy Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22903Camp ScheduleCounselors may support one or more of the following formats:Full-day: 8:30 AM–5:30 PMHalf-day AM: 8:30 AM–1:00 PMHalf-day PM: 12:30 PM–5:00 PMResponsibilitiesHelp supervise campers throughout the daySupport instructors during STEM lessons, projects, and activitiesAssist with robotics, coding, AI, game design, math, science, and strategic game sessionsEncourage camper participation, teamwork, and positive behaviorHelp with setup, cleanup, transitions, and organization of materialsAssist during snack and lunch breaksProvide a safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environmentServe as a positive role model for younger studentsIdeal CandidatesCurrent high school studentsResponsible, dependable, and punctualEnjoy working with children and teensInterested in STEM, robotics, coding, AI, gaming, math, or educationStrong communication and teamwork skillsPositive attitude and willingness to learnAble to help maintain a structured, supportive camp environmentPreferred QualificationsExperience babysitting, tutoring, mentoring, coaching, or working with kidsExperience with robotics, Minecraft Education, Roblox Studio, Python, Unity, web development, AI, math enrichment, or strategic gamesComfortable assisting with both beginner and more advanced learnersCPR/First Aid certification is a plus, but not requiredWhat You'll GainLeadership and mentoring experienceHands-on experience in STEM educationExperience working with children and teens in a structured camp settingStrong resume experience for college, scholarships, and future jobsOpportunity to work with a local, mission-driven education organizationCompensationCompensation: $18/hourTo ApplyPlease send:Your name, grade, and schoolA short note about why you're interestedAny experience working with children or in STEMYour summer availabilityEmail:nora@blueridgeboost.comPhone:(434) 260-0636