StarPoint Summer Camp Teacher (June - July)

OVERVIEW:

The StarPoint Summer Camp Teacher is an educator with the StarPoint Summer Camp program (for youth in grades 1-6) for The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis. The teacher modifies, coordinates, and instructs pre-developed curriculum and activities that align with the program theme. The incumbent participates in off-site field trips with the StarPoint campers and mentors interns and junior teachers while they are in the classroom, consistently displaying a professional demeanor. StarPoint Summer Camp Teachers are assigned to one of three “cabins”: Trains (grades 1-2), Polar Bears (grades 3-4), or Race Cars (grades 5-6).

The Children's Museum is building and sustaining an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates differences. Successful candidates will demonstrate the desire and ability to make positive contributions to our growth. We believe that collaboration and open dialogue among persons with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives best support our vision and mission. 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Teaches pre-developed lessons based on the weekly theme. Adapts lessons as needed to meet cabin needs in collaboration with the Family Programs Instructors. Clearly communicates daily program objectives and goals.
2. Fosters an inclusive learning experience for StarPoint campers and their families. Views campers as competent learners who are active, social, and capable. Differentiates instruction for each student based on individual developmental needs and interests.
3. Builds learning experiences for campers, using the exhibits and interactives within the museum as an extension of the classroom.
4. Implements daily program activities for cabin groups and adapts activities based on the needs of the StarPoint campers.
5. Understands and uses positive behavior guidance and classroom management.
6. Understands and implements project-based learning.
7. Attends staff meetings, professional development trainings and events as scheduled.
8. Participates in open and on-going communication with the StarPoint team.
9. Follows all museum health and safety guidelines and maintains proper cleaning protocols. Monitors environment for hazards or sanitary concerns to ensure a safe and healthy learning experience.
10. Serves as a positive mentor and role model for StarPoint staff and campers by demonstrating instructional best practices.
11. Works with Family Programs team to ensure appropriate staff-to-child ratios are met within the cabins or other areas of the museum and on field trips.
12. Ensures lesson goals are achieved and camper assessments are submitted to the Family Programs Instructors.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Indiana Educator License or equivalent experience in related field.
2. Two (2) years’ experience working with children in an educational setting.
3. Demonstrates respect, appreciation, and care for students throughout the educational environment.
4. Provides excellent customer service and a developmentally appropriate approach to connect with StarPoint campers and their families, as well as visitors, staff, and volunteers.
5. Willingness to work outdoors in a variety of settings and various weather conditions.
6. Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills.
7. Able to work independently and in team efforts.
8. Must be available for full Day One Orientation on June 5
9. Must be available for full day training sessions on June 8, 9, 10.
10. Must be available full time for all of the camp weeks –June 15-July 10, Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
11. Must be available for StarPoint Open House (June 9, 5-8 p.m.) and the end of camp celebration (July 10, 5-8:30 p.m.).
12. Must be available for Kids Science Camp (July 13-16, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. (5 p.m. on July 16))
13. Meet with Family Programs Instructors after each camp day for a mandatory debrief and overview of the next day.

*Special consideration given to those applicants who are multi-lingual.

ADA REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must be able to observe children, monitor appropriate behavior, facilitate activities, create schedules and lead instructional programs.
2. Must be able to communicate extensively with children and staff. Must be able to hear children’s voices and assist youth in emergency situations.
3. Must be able to create and prepare program materials for distribution to groups of youth.
4. Must be able to lift 25 lbs.
5. Must be able to move at a child’s pace, and stand, kneel or sit for extended periods of time; must have stamina to endure summer temperatures and humidity in an outdoor environment.