What are the responsibilities and job description for the SUMMER PARKS CAMP TEACHER - COLUMBUS PARK position at Kenosha YMCA?
Summer Parks Camp Teacher provide the opportunity for Elementary to have a safe, fun, memorable blast during the summer all while helping to promote continued growth in reading, math, and Character Development- Social Emotional skill! The Summer Parks Camp Teacher is responsible for leading a group Elementary age children (1:12 ratio) in summer “camp” activities that include team building games, teen driven activities, sports, service-learning projects, reading, math, and social-emotional development. The Camp Teacher also works together with a strong team of Camp staff. A Summer Parks Camp Teacher is a role model and mentor to Elementary children who need someone to come alongside them and provide support and encouragement.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Build relationships with children ages 6 - 11 yrs old
- Design & facilitate lessons and activities based on the needs of the youth & according Camp objectives
- Assess & document youth ’ progress (SEL)
- Use best teaching practices to meet individual student objectives.
- Maintain a professional attitude and relationship with parents and families and work with them as required.
- Attend site staff meetings (TBD)
CAMP HOURS AND LOCATION
- Camp begins Tuesday, June 16th and ends Friday, July 24th
- Training week begins June 6th
- Camp runs Monday - Friday; 12:00 - 5:00 PM with hours for Prep and Planning
- Camp is located at Columbus Park near Frank Elementary School
- Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
- High School Diploma or equivalent. Bachelors preferred.
- A minimum of two years prior experience working with children under 13 years of age required.
- Exceptional group management, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
- Experience in creating interactive and educational/artistic activities, youth development, academic enrichment and arts.
- Must possess oral, auditory and written communication skills appropriate for interacting with both children and adults.
- Must be capable of implementing the daily administrative, program related, and supervisory responsibilities of an afterschool site.
- Flexibility, with the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
- Required to keep Frist Aid, CPR, and AED Certificate Current
Salary : $15 - $17