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Job Overview The South Carolina State Museum is seeking thoughtful, enthusiastic Summer Camp Educators to support joyful and wonder-driven camp experiences this summer! In this collaborative role, Educators actively support hands‑on, play‑based, and tinkering-focused learning by working with campers individually and in small groups, assisting with materials and transitions, and helping maintain welcoming, well‑organized spaces. You’ll work alongside Lead Educators to support and adapt pre‑designed camp activities, facilitate hands‑on experiences, encourage creative problem‑solving, and provide a steady, supportive presence for campers and staff. This position is ideal for individuals who love working with children and thrive in fast‑paced, team‑oriented environments. Educators also engage campers through games during social times and during informal exploration of museum galleries. Job Responsibilities Responsibilities are outlined below: Reports To Summer Camp Educators will report to the Manager of Education & Experiences with secondary reporting to the Education Coordinator. Responsibilities And Duties Support the Summer Camp Lead Educator in facilitating hands‑on, inquiry‑rich, and tinkering‑based learning experiences across science, art, history, and natural history themes. Work directly with campers individually and in small groups, providing guidance, encouragement, and scaffolding to support exploration, engagement, and social connection. Assist with classroom setup, cleanup, and materials management, helping maintain organized, accessible, and safe learning environments. Facilitate exploration, play‑based activities, and games during extended day sessions, guiding campers purposefully throughout the museum to ensure safe, engaging, and meaningful experiences. Foster emotionally safe, inclusive, and disability‑aware environments, supporting campers with diverse learning styles, access needs, and abilities with empathy and flexibility. Provide 1:1 or small‑group support for campers who may need additional guidance with sensory regulation, behavior, or participation. Assist with camper supervision and transitions throughout the museum, ensuring safety and smooth movement between spaces. Model respectful communication, emotional regulation, curiosity, and flexibility for campers. Support behavior guidance using developmentally appropriate and restorative strategies in alignment with museum policies and education leadership direction. Assist with camper wellness and medical needs, including basic first aid and use of the Wellness Room, as trained. Follow all museum procedures, schedules, and legal requirements, including FERPA and HIPAA, with professionalism and discretion. Communicate observations, concerns, and successes with the Summer Camp Lead Educator and education leadership to support camper success. Assist with daily camper check‑in and check‑out and support positive, respectful interactions with caregivers as needed. Participate in required trainings, Accessibility Mornings, and special events, representing the South Carolina State Museum’s values in all interactions. Qualifications Minimum and Additional Requirements Must be 18 years of age by June 1, 2026. High school diploma required; current enrollment in or completion of coursework in education, child development, psychology, social work, museum studies, or a related field preferred. Experience working with children in camps, classrooms, childcare, afterschool programs, museums, or informal learning environments preferred. Strong interest in play‑based, inquiry‑driven, and child‑centered learning. Comfort working with children of diverse ages, abilities, access needs, and learning styles, including disabled campers. Ability to build positive, respectful relationships with children and collaborate effectively with educators and peers. Strong communication skills and ability to follow direction while also taking initiative when appropriate. Experience or willingness to support small‑group and 1:1 learning, sensory regulation, and behavioral support. Ability to model emotional regulation, flexibility, and professionalism in fast‑paced environments. Willingness to follow museum policies, procedures, schedules, and all required FERPA and HIPAA guidelines. Dependable, punctual, and adaptable, with the ability to respond calmly to changing needs. Enthusiasm for learning across multiple subject areas, including science, art, history, tinkering, and natural history. Availability to work all required camp dates, mandatory trainings, Accessibility Mornings, and special events as scheduled. ADA/Physical Requirements Ability to lift and move 25‑50 lbs. Prolonged standing and walking, including climbing stairs multiple times daily. Work in small classrooms and large exhibition spaces. Comfortable working in loud environments and around sudden noises. Ability to navigate indoor and outdoor education spaces. Comfortable under overhead and fluorescent lighting for extended periods. Comfortable around bodily fluids and handling basic medical situations (e.g., vomit, cuts, runny noses). Required Dates Mandatory Training May 18‑22, 2026 (9 am‑4 pm) May 26‑29, 2026 (9 am‑4 pm) Mandatory Open House May 28, 2026 (4:30‑6 pm) Mandatory Camp Dates June 1 – July 31, 2026 No camp June 29 – July 3, 2026 Additional Required Dates June 13 – Accessibility Morning (7:30 am‑12 pm) June 27 – 250th American Revolution Celebration Day (8:30 am‑5 pm) July 11 – Accessibility Morning (7:30 am‑12 pm) Benefits For State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work‑life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies. Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long‑term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child‑care expenses. Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options. Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. Note The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time‑limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available. Required Questions Are you able to attend all mandatory trainings between May 18‑22, 2026 and May 26‑29, 2026 (9 am‑4 pm)? Are you able to attend the mandatory Open House on May 28, 2026 (4:30‑6 pm)? Are you able to work all camp dates between June 1 and July 31, 2026 (excluding June 29‑July 3)? Are you able to work the additional required dates: June 13, June 27, and July 11? Are you comfortable leading a classroom, teaching multiple subject areas, and directing support staff? If you answered “No” to any of the above, please provide an explanation. Answer options: Yes / No #J-18808-Ljbffr

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