Camp Counselors - STEM Camp, Spring/Summer ; Temporary
Listed on 2026-02-08
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Education / Teaching
Education Administration, Elementary School, Child Development/Support, Youth Development
Camp Counselors - STEM Camp, Spring/Summer 2026 (Temporary)
Portland, ME, United States and 1 more (On-site)
Job Info- Job Identification 2047
- Job Category Professional
- Posting Date 02/06/2026, 04:22 PM
- Locations P.O. Box 9300, Portland, ME, 04104, US 37 College Avenue, Gorham, ME, 04038, US (On-site)
- Business Unit University of Southern Maine
- Job Schedule Full time
- Regular or Temporary Temporary
- Bargaining Unit Non-Represented Employees
Do you love STEM, enjoy working with young people, and thrive in a hands-on, high-energy environment? The University of Southern Maine (USM) is excited to hire STEM Camp Counselors to join our dynamic outreach team for spring and summer camps. This is a rewarding opportunity to inspire curiosity, creativity, and confidence in students while gaining valuable leadership and teaching experience.
As a STEM Camp Counselor, you’ll play a key role in the daily operation of USM’s STEM day camps, working with small groups of up to 16 campers ages 9–17. You’ll mentor campers as they explore science, technology, engineering, and math through interactive projects, collaborative challenges, and engaging educational activities. Counselors help deliver short instructional presentations, support hands-on learning, manage equipment and materials, and ensure a safe, welcoming, and inclusive camp environment.
Some camps may include local walking field trips or transported off-site experiences.
Comprehensive training is provided during the first week of camp and/or the final week of June, ensuring you feel confident and prepared to succeed.
- Supervises:
Up to 16 campers - Reports to:
Camp Leader - Schedule:
Up to 40 hours per week (overtime is rare and requires prior approval) - Compensation: $16.00–$19.00 per hour, based on education, degree status, and experience
- Location:
Varies by camp ( for details)
If you’re enthusiastic about STEM education, enjoy mentoring youth, and want to make a meaningful impact while building professional skills, we’d love to hear from you. Join USM this season and help spark the next generation of innovators!
Required Qualifications
:
- Experience working with children and/or technology is required.
- Background in education, sciences, and/or technology is desirable but not required.
To apply
, click on the ‘Apply Now’ button below or visit ourUSM Careers Page and submit the following:
- Finalist candidates will be asked to provide a list of the names and contact information for references.
These positions will remain open until filled.
We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.
Appropriate background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate.
About the University of Southern Maine
The University of Southern Maine is a vibrant academic community located in the greater Portland, Maine area, including campuses in Portland, Gorham, Lewiston, and online. USM is part of the University of Maine System and offers a comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate programs, emphasizing hands-on learning, community engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration. With a highly engaged student-centered learning environment, USM is a steward of higher education, helping drive the economic, cultural, and civic life in the communities where our campuses are located and beyond.
USM is committed to providing expanded access to high-quality education that elevates economic opportunity and contributes significantly to the vitality of a diverse society. To learn more about USM, visit
About Our University .
The University of Southern Maine fosters a welcoming and supportive campus environment that respects and appreciates diverse perspectives, enhancing teaching, learning, personal growth, and overall institutional achievement. USM encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women, veterans, and those with differing abilities, experiences, and cultural perspectives.
We are dedicated to our Service Promise, Student Focused Every Day and seek a team member who embraces this commitment and upholds our core values of Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity, and Responsiveness.
The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal…
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