2008 SUMMER LEADERSHIP TEAM

Assistant Camp Director:  
Mary Pinson - Lagrange College

Head Counselors:  
Alex Carter - Valdosta State University  
Teresa Feagain - Georgia Southern Univ. 

Girls:   
Ashley Boyer - Armstrong Atlantic State Univ.
Lauren Caldwell - University of Georgia
Rebecca Ezell - Georgia College & State Univ.  
Kayla Franklin - Valdosta State Univ. 
Joanna Freeburg - Georgia College & State Univ.  
Sara Garrard - Emory University  
Emily Hoxsie -Lagrange College  
Jona Ogden - University of Georgia  
Alison Ozment - Samford University  
Sarah Parker - Georgia College & State Univ.
Kaelyn Parkins - Georgia Southwestern State Univ.

Guys:  
Jack Caldwell - Georgia Southern Univ.  
Isaac Callahan - Mercer University  
John Pierce Drake II - Reinhardt College  
Aaron Fox - Valdosta State University  
Stephen Sparks - Valdosta State University  
Troy Stephens - Jacksonville, FL 

Camp Nurse:  
Danielle MacMinn - Lagrange College

Video/Sound:  
Joshua Harris - Wofford College

SUMMER LEADERSHIP TEAM EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Below you will find information that will help inform you about the Leadership Team experience. The 2008 summer leadership team has already been chosen, but it's never too early to start thinking about 2009! We hope you will prayerfully consider how God is leading you. For more information, contact Adam Ricker at 888-266-7642 or adam@sgaumc.com.

Who can apply for the LEADERSHIP TEAM?
The LT experience is open to any college student who has just completed at least one year of college. Application is open to all, but applicants should remember that this is a United Methodist summer camp ministry. Applicants should be able to discuss their Christian faith journey.

What is the application process?
All team members must fill out an application form. The application form includes questions about experience, education, activities, special talents, faith journey, a picture, and reference forms. Each applicant is required to distribute three reference forms. Applications are not considered complete until all reference forms have been returned.  Three other references must be listed on the application as well.

All applicants will be interviewed.  Interviews will be set up after the application has been received and reviewed.  Interview time and location will be confirmed via e-mail.  Each year approximately 18 young people are selected for the Leadership Team. Some applicants will be placed on a waiting list and notified if a position becomes available.   Out of state applicants may request a phone interview, however, personal interviews are highly recommended. The interview will include questions about a person's faith, experience, reason for applying, etc. 

What are the responsibilities of a LEADERSHIP TEAM member?
The Leadership Team provides for the day-to-day operation of the summer camp program. Each LT member is assigned to be a camp counselor for Elementary Camp (rising fourth to sixth graders), Middle School Camp (rising sixth to ninth graders) and High School Camp (rising ninth to twelfth graders).  Assignments are made weekly. Each regular camp session runs from Monday afternoon to Friday after lunch.

As an LT member one can expect to:

  • Be co-cabin counselors with other team members assisting in supervision of campers at night and leading cabin devotions. (normal ratio of one team member to 8 or 10 campers).
  • Co-teach bible study sessions for older campers with another team member.
  • Lead and participate in large group games.
  • Participate and supervise campers during daily Morning Show and Evening Worship. (select team members also lead music and drama for these activities).
  • Have time for one-on-one conversation and ministry with campers.

Training and orientation is provided and required for each team member.

TEAM members are expected, after being trained, to:

  • Be flexible
  • Have a servants heart
  • Have a clear understanding of liability and safety issues
  • Be able to work with other team members
  • Be able to responsibly fulfill above duties
  • Be able to share their faith journey with campers and other team members

Select team members may also be assigned to a particular activity for the duration of the week.  I.e. Craft Teacher, Recreation director, etc.  These team members will not have their own campers that particular week.

What are the benefits of being a TEAM member?

  • Opportunities for Christian leadership and personal spiritual growth.
  • Opportunities to meet and serve with other college students from across the state and beyond.
  • Room and board is provided throughout the summer assignment. (meals are provided by the camp facility; housing is in air conditioned cabins)
  • Beginning salary of $1,500 per team member (less tax reductions). Team members who serve multiple summers receive an extra $100 for each summer served.
  • One weekend break and a mid-summer staff retreat (information regarding this will be given out upon acceptance onto team).
 
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