Early American Summer Days Counselor Application

What is the role of a counselor at EASD?

• EASD counselors have a love for history, helping kids, and having a fun and safe summer experience
• Counselors are volunteers who guide children through activities, historical information, and learning in a hands-on way

What is the time committment?

• Counselors must attend training July 29th from 9:30am - 3:30pm and July 31st from 9:30am - 1:00pm
• Counselors must be available for all days of the EASD program, Aug 1-4 from 9am - 4pm

What are the requirements to be a counselor?

• Must be 14 years old by August 1
• Must have completed grade 8 or equivalent
• Must complete an application and submit a reference
• Must attend an interview
• Must attend/have attended Teen Leadership Experience (TLE)
• Please note: beginning in 2023 participants must attend TLE at least once to qualify to be a counselor for EASD

I understand that if selected to be a counselor, this is a volunteer role. In order to receive credit as a volunteer (if needed for school, honor society, etc.) I must fully participate in the EASD training and EASD program. I acknowlege that in order to be considered for a paid head counselor position in the future I must complete at least one year as a volunteer counselor.

Training for Early American Summer Days is July 29th from 9:30 to 3:30 and July 31st from 9:30PM to 1:00PM  (if needed). The Early American Summer Days program is August 1-4 from 9:00AM-4PM. I will be able to get transportation to and from the SVM grounds and in a timely fashion.

I understand that as a counselor, I must wear a historic costume or other assigned uniform to distinguish me as a leader. I understand I must wear what is given to me as assigned.

PARENTAL/GUARDIAN ACKOWLEDGEMENT:

I, as the parent or guardian of this person, acknowledge that I have reviewed this application with my child. I acknowledge that if my child does not have the ability to drive themself, I will provide reliable transportation for my child, and treat this opportunity as a step into the professional world.