Activity Specialist - Summer Program (Beacon)
About The Position
Activity Specialist are assigned to work with a group of co-ed children, divided into groups by grade, in the areas of their expertise (Art, Computer Science, Dance, Games/Sports, Music, Storytelling), exposing them to various ways of expressing themselves creatively. Activity Specialists work in unison with Group Leaders and other group staff to support the social-emotional growth of the children. Together and through Group Work practice, our staff works to provide a positive and creative environment for the social and intellectual development of all participants.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- At least one (2) year of experience working with children in groups.
- Must have the ability to work collaboratively.
- Must be able to pass a Background Check including Fingerprint Screen
Nice To Haves
- Some college preferred.
- Must have a sense of humor and a passion for youth development.
Responsibilities
- Foster a learning environment that stimulates children’s creative growth and development.
- Demonstrate professionalism & leadership and collaborate with different groups of teams.
- Maintain sound supervision and always ensuring the safety of program participants.
- Incorporate the theme into various projects.
- Assist in delivering educational, recreational, and cultural programs to develop community and explore the summer theme through a performance or display project.
- Encourage program participation and social skills development.
- Teach and supervise activity in given field.
- Fulfill administrative requirements (prepare calendars, follow schedules, assist in community events, maintain attendance records, complete incident reports and progress reports).
- Enforce program rules, identify & respond to camper behavior issues, and carry out corrective action when needed by identifying and seeking to resolve conflicts and behavioral problems.
- Know and enforce ALL emergency procedures and follow all safety guidelines associated with all program areas. This includes but is not limited to being responsible for your campers’ safety and their whereabouts at all times.
- Attend staff training, weekly meetings and supervision meetings.
- Other duties as required and assigned by Program Director, ADED and/or DED.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
