Thursday, June 01, 2006

Strong Women, Strong Girls: Summer Camp Counselor Position

Strong Women, Strong Girls is seeking a group of energetic and creative women leaders to serve as summer camp counselors and role models for girls preparing to enter grades 4-6. Position Description: This summer, Strong Women, Strong Girls will be hosting a one-week summer camp for girls! The SWSG SOAR Camp will provide girls with the opportunity to build self-esteem and leadership through the study of women's history, interactions with camp leaders, and participation in team sports activities.

Counselors will work in teams of two with a small group of 10 girls. Over the course of the week, the girls involved will have the opportunity to learn about contemporary and historic female role models, build teamwork through participation in sports, and engage in activities to build leadership and confidence.

Position Details: Dates: Camp will take place July 17th-July 21st. Counselors will participate in a one-day training on Saturday, July 15th.

Times: Camp begins at 8:00am and runs until 6:00pm
Camp Location: Pine Manor College, 400 Heath Street Chestnut Hill MA 02467
Stipend: $350.00

If you have questions about this position, please e-mail jobs@swsg.org . Please include "Question re: SWSG SOAR Camp" in the subject line.

About Strong Women, Strong Girls: The mission of Strong Women, Strong Girls is to utilize the lessons learned from strong women throughout history to encourage young girls to become strong women themselves. By building communities of women committed to supporting positive social change, Strong Women, Strong Girls works to create cycles of mutual empowerment for women and girls.

How to Apply:To apply, please submit your resume, three references, and a cover letter detailing your interest to: jobs@swsg.org by 5:00pm on June 15, 2006. Please include "SWSG SOAR Camp Counselor" in the subject line. SWSG will accept up to 10 group leaders. Each team of 2 co-leaders will work with a group of 10 girls.

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