Small Museum Association

Glencairn Museum, in Bryn Athyn, PA, is seeking seasonal summer camp counselors to join us for summer camp June 9–July 18, 2025. Successful candidates will demonstrate a passion for and ability to create a positive, safe, and fun environment for children, engage children through the interpretation of material objects, and work collaboratively with other staff. 

Glencairn Museum is part of the Academy of the New Church and is affiliated with the General Church of the New Jerusalem (newchurch.org), a Christian denomination based on the theology of Emanuel Swedenborg. The mission of Glencairn Museum is to create an intentional space that invites visitors to encounter religious art and artifacts as expressions of spiritual beliefs and practices. In stewarding and interpreting the collection and historic home, the Museum places a particular emphasis on art and artifacts that reflect the beliefs and practices of the New Church (Swedenborgian Christian) and the history of Glencairn, a National Historical Landmark.

Glencairn is seeking applicants who are committed to the Museum’s mission and values. For more information about Glencairn Museum and its mission, please visit glencairnmuseum.org/about-us.

Details

• $15.00 per hour, 150 hours
• Hours vary from 9-30 hours per week
• Tier 6 auxiliary, no benefits
• Reports to Director of Education and Tours

Responsibilities

• Supervising campers ages 8-13 with a 1:5 ratio of counselors to campers.
• Being a role model for campers, managing camper behavior, building community, and creating a positive learning environment.
• Mastering camp content and leading all camp activities, including craft projects, baking, outdoor games and activities, theater elements, small group check-ins, etc. 
• Knowing and implementing of all Glencairn Museum operational, safety, and emergency policies.
• Working independently and collaboratively with other counselors and wider Museum staff. 

Personal and Professional Requirements

• Employees of Glencairn Museum are expected to uphold the mission, principles, and policies of the Academy of the New Church; support the mission of Glencairn Museum; and follow all Museum policies and guidelines.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Previous experience as a camp counselor or in a related field is preferred. 
• Passion and enthusiasm for education through material objects.
• Strong presentation and interpersonal skills, including the ability to engage students and communicate information clearly, carefully, and accurately.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, while also being self-motivated and self-sufficient on individual projects. 
• Ability to follow instructions and consistently follow through on tasks. 
• Ability to master breadth of content.
• Ability to maintain a calm presence.
• Ability to maintain a clean and organized workspace and a courteous and respectful demeanor.
• Flexibility and adaptability when engaging children with objects, ultimately creating a positive experience for all children.  
• Strong organizational skills while demonstrating the ability to remain fluid and flexible.
• Ability to physically move and carry educational materials to set up and deliver programming.
• Position will require application for Pennsylvania background checks (fees covered by Glencairn Museum), including:
   o Department of Human Services Child Abuse History Clearance
   o Pennsylvania State Police Request for Criminal Records Check
   o Federal Criminal History Record Information (CHRI)

How to Apply

An important part of our interview process is understanding why this position and our mission particularly resonates with you, so even if you feel that you don't check every box or meet every requirement above, please still consider applying. Applicants should contact the Director of Education and Tours to request an application form. 

Applicants should submit a completed application form and a cover letter, including a discussion of their interest in and ability to contribute to Glencairn Museum’s mission through our Summer Camp program, to Amy Glenn at amy.glenn@glencairnmuseum.org. The application deadline is April 15, 2025.

Contact Person

Amy Glenn
Director of Education and Tours
amy.glenn@glencairnmuseum.org 
267.502.2962