Teen Project Lead (2024)

Status: Closed. No longer accepting applications.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and responsible teen worker to assist our camp facilitators during a Summer Tech Camp. The teen worker will work closely with the camp facilitators to provide a fun and educational experience for campers, aged 7-16 years old. The ideal candidate will have a passion for STEM education, be enthusiastic about working with kids, and have excellent communication skills.

During summer 2024, Black Boys in Tech will host a series of Tech Camps at different locations throughout greater Cincinnati:

• Ziegler Park (16+ Only) – serves students in 1st-6th grade, many who live in the downtown, OTR, and Pendleton neighborhoods.
• Mt. Healthy HS (14-15 only) – serves middle and high school students who attend Aiken, Hughes, Mt. Healthy, Withrow University, Woodward, and Taft High Schools.
• Cincinnati State (14-15 only) – serves middle school students throughout Greater Cincinnati.

The STEM Summer Camps will begin June 3rd and conclude August 2nd.

Responsibilities

• Assist camp facilitators in setting up and running STEM activities, experiments, and projects.
• Help campers with instructions, supervision, and guidance during STEM activities.
• Encourage campers to participate in activities and foster a positive and inclusive atmosphere.
• Monitor and ensure the safety and well-being of campers.
• Participate in team-building activities and games with campers.
• Clean up and organize activity areas at the end of each day.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the camp director or facilitators.

Requirements

• Must be between 14-17 years old.
• Passionate about STEM education and working with kids.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional, punctual, respectful, and responsible.
• Able to work well in a team and follow instructions.
• Ability to lift and move equipment and supplies (up to 25 pounds).
• Availability to work full-time (Monday-Friday) during the camp period.
• Able to catch the bus or be dropped off at camp location daily. Teens are responsible for their own transportation.
• All youth applicants ages 14-15 must provide a work permit at application.
• Must complete and pass a background check.

Schedule

• 16+ Only: 8:30am-4pm, Monday-Thursday.
• 14-15 Only: 9am-2pm, Monday-Thursday.

Duration: June 3rd - August 2nd.

Pay

• Youth ages 14-15: $13/hour, up to 20 hours per week.
• Youth ages 16 and older: $13/hour, up to 30 hours per week.

Benefits

• Gain experience working in a fun and educational camp environment.
• Develop leadership, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Opportunity to inspire and make a positive impact on young campers' lives.
• Receive transportation through Metro until first check.
• Receive a certificate of completion and a letter of recommendation.