Bit By Bit Camp Counsellor

About Western Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference. About Us Established in 1964, the Department of Computer Science at Western has developed strong academic and research programs to become one of the leading establishments in its field. Our faculty are the recipients of many teaching and research awards. We are home to a vibrant and dynamic department with much to offer to undergraduate students, graduate students and visitors. **Responsibilities**: Camp counsellors will be responsible for helping prepare for the Summer Day camp sessions. Planning and preparation takes place in June. The camp will consist of lessons on computer science, swimming and outside time. Hours of camp are from 9 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday in July and August with a before and after program from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 to 5:00 p.m. Shift times may vary from day to day. The curriculum that will be taught includes graphics design, game development, computer programming, simple artifical intelligence and lego robotics. Counsellors need to have a good grasp on various aspects of Computer Science. This will be a very rewarding experience. Applicants must be hard working, energetic, outgoing, creative and must love working with children. Campers range in age from 9 to 13. **Qualifications**: **Education**: - Must be a student returning to studies in the fall **Experience**: - Prior experience working with children ideally in a camp setting preferred - Successfully completed COMPSCI 1026 and 1027 is preferred **Skills, Abilities & Expertise**: - Written and verbal communication skills to express ideas clearly, and adapt communication style to suit the situation and audience - Ability to maintain a positive, outgoing attitude with genuine customer service orientation - Reliable and dependable with the ability to consistently work assigned schedule - Ability to follow detailed and/or complex processes and practices with high attention to detail - Demonstrates integrity and works in accordance with Western's policies and procedures - Ability to multi-task and maintain an organized work environment - Computer skills with knowledge of HTML, CSS, graphics design software such as GIMP/Affinity/Photoshop, Minecraft and the ability to program/write code and ability to learn and use new software programs as required - Personable and courteous in working relationships with colleagues, students and the public - Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve camp goals - Ability to work in a manner that is compliant with confidentiality requirements as applicable - Some languages and tools, and hands-on experience/knowledge used in camp include Python, photoshop, Scratch, Game development, Minecraft, Lego NXT Why Western? Background Checks Please note, successful applicants may be required to produce current record check(s) (e.g. vulnerable sector, criminal record and police information) from a police service prior to commencing employment. Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications. Applicants should have oral communication skills in English. Western Values Diversity **Please Note**: We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.