Federal Work Study (Off-Campus/Community Service) - Versademics Learning Centers - Bible Study Leader

Versademics Learning Centers - 3950 Victory Lane Winterville, NC 28590 is currently seeking a Federal Work Study Student to serve as a Small Group Bible Study Leader and Camp Counselor for our 2026 Summer Camp.

Versademics is a faith-based nonprofit after school and summer program serving K-12 youth in Pitt County. Our name blends versatile and academics; reflecting our mission to develop scholars who excel academically, socially, and in extracurricular activities within a Christian, whole-child framework. In 2024-25, we launched a small-group Bible study with measurable social-emotional learning outcomes, and we are expanding that program through Summer 2026. This role blends the daily responsibilities of a camp counselor with the specific calling of leading small-group Bible study and stewarding the social and emotional well-being of campers. A typical day includes leading a small group of campers through a prepared Bible study session, facilitating discussion and prayer, supervising recreation and meals, helping with transitions, and building genuine relationships with the children in your group.

Job duties include:
* Lead daily small-group Bible study sessions for assigned K-8 campers using study plans provided by Versademics
* Facilitate age-appropriate discussion, reflection, and prayer with campers
* Steward and actively contribute to campers social-emotional well-being through consistent, caring presence
* Supervise an assigned small group of campers throughout the daily schedule
* Facilitate enrichment activities including arts, STEM projects, recreation, and team-building games
* Supervise campers during meals, transitions, field trips, and outdoor play
* Use positive, consistent classroom management strategies grounded in patience and respect
* Model Christian character through speech, action, and the daily care of campers
* Communicate professionally with parents, guardians, fellow staff, and program leadership
* Participate in pre-camp training, Bible study leader orientation, and weekly staff meetings
* Maintain accurate attendance records and incident documentation as needed
* Help with daily setup, cleanup, and care of program spaces

This position involves leading Christian small-group Bible study and serving as a faith-formation role model for campers within a faith-based nonprofit program. Applicants are encouraged to consider whether this role aligns with their personal calling and experience before applying. Website Address: versademics.org

* All majors welcome; majors in Religious Studies, Christian Ministry, Theology, Education, Child Development, Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling are a strong fit.
* Active personal faith and ability to lead age-appropriate Bible study with K-8 youth
* Prior experience in youth ministry, Sunday school teaching, VBS leadership, small-group facilitation, or comparable settings is strongly preferred
* Prior experience working with children in any capacity (camp, tutoring, coaching, babysitting)
* Comfortable working outdoors during Eastern NC summer conditions, including heat and humidity
* Reliable transportation to Winterville, NC
* Patience, energy, and a genuine interest in the spiritual, emotional, and social lives of young people
* CPR/First Aid certification is a plus but not required (training available)

Interested Students should apply in Peopleadmin and by emailing resume to BrandonLam@versademics.org, FaithLam@versademics.org, and info@versademics.org. A brief paragraph about your faith background and any prior youth ministry or small-group leadership experience is welcomed as part of your application.

Please upload your Resume and Federal Work Study Authorization Form online.

To be ELIGIBLE for FEDERAL WORK STUDY POSITIONS, students MUST QUALIFY and RECEIVE an AWARD from the ECU Financial Aid Office (Old Cafeteria Complex, 252-328-6610.)

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