Summer Camp Teacher

Norwalk/Stamford Grassroots Tennis & Education is a non-profit organization that provides a year-long afterschool program. We teach youth tennis and provide academic support to create a holistic approach to reaching student athletes in our local community. Our summer camp is a full day program for students ages 9-14 that mixes tennis instruction with traditional camp activities. Grassroots is looking for a Camp Teacher to work with our 9 and 10 year olds in a classroom and camp setting.

Schedule Camp will run from June 29th – July 31st,Monday-Friday 8:15am-4:15pm. There will also be a required day of training in June. Staff will need to commit to all 5 weeks of camp.

This position is non-exempt, and in-person at the Grassroots’ office/youth center in Norwalk, located at 11 Ingalls Avenue.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and lead engaging educational activities appropriate for campers’ age levels
• Teach lessons that combine learning with hands-on, fun camp experiences
• Supervise campers during classes, activities, and transitions
• Adapt instruction to support diverse learning styles, abilities, and interests
• Create a positive, fun, and structured learning environment that encourages participation
• Promote teamwork, creativity, and respectful behavior among campers
• Monitor camper interactions while being able to problem solve and provide mediation
• Maintain organization of materials, classrooms, and activity spaces

Competencies:

• High school diploma/GED
• Experience working with children
• Ability to create lessons/activities for students
• Is able to commit to the whole 5 weeks of the camp including a training day in June
• A commitment to Grassroots’ mission and core values
• Ability to work independently; detail-oriented, well-organized, and ability to adapt to change quickly.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to solve problems, receive direction and take initiative.
• Works collaboratively, maintains positive attitude and energy.
• Commitment to improving equitable outcomes for children and youth.
• Enthusiastic, patient, compassionate, flexible, and inclusive
• Bilingual a plus (Spanish)

Please note that an offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of a background check and US Center for Safe Sport approval. Grassroots is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to maintaining a non-discriminatory work environment. Grassroots does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law.

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: $23.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23