is a lively, creative individual who loves to be with kids and is skilled in helping each child grow to realize her/his individual unique potential. 

enjoys the energy, spontaneity, creativity and imagination that is characteristic of children, and hasn’t lost these qualities in his/her own life. 

can teach specific activity skills as well as help each camper gain the confidence needed to achieve his/her goals. 

can work with kids at every skill level, believing that there is as much personal growth and enjoyment to be had by the novice as by the highly accomplished.

exemplifies an attitude toward competition that appreciates each camper's desire to improve his/her own skills, rather than over-emphasizing competition between individuals in which there is always a winner at the expense of a loser. 

is curious, has many different interests and can facilitate the positive growth of children in all its aspects: intellectual, creative, physical, emotional and social. 

cares about and respects other people and an appreciates differences among them. 

volunteers to do more than her/his “fair share” and is willing to be flexible as situations change. 

is an exemplary role model for children. 

works cooperatively with other staff members and is a positive "team player". 

wants to have fun at camp this summer and help our camper have the summer of their lives.