Classroom Assistant

The University of Utah • Salt Lake, UT

18d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for our Junior Varsity camp, campers ages 10-11. May require occasional work with Varsity campers (12-14) and Club U (5-9). Join the Club U Summer Camp crew and get ready for the best summer of your life! Work on campus and enjoy making a positive difference in the lives of children as you deliver engaging and enriching activities here at the University of Utah. Participate and lead Junior Varsity campers in exciting journeys of educational exploration with hands on learning, fun community interactions, amazing field trips and more! Not only will you be making many new friends across our diverse staff, you will also acquire and strengthen your skillsets in LEADERSHIP , COMMUNICATION , PROBLEM SOLVING , PRIORITIZATION , RISK MANAGEMENT , AND MORE ! Grow as a leader and help our programs inspire the next generation through your positive example and gear up to make a difference in your community while having a ridiculously good time in the process. We welcome you to join our program and be your genuine self and help our team deliver the most amazing summer imaginable- this will be the best job that you have ever had!

Requirements

• Previous experience or interest in working with youth
• Desire and ability to work with children outdoors and in the classroom
• Ability to accept supervision and guidance
• Ability to assist in or teach an activity
• High school graduate or equivalent, or at least 18 years of age.
• Must demonstrate an interest in learning about child development and guidance
• A willingness to take direction from the assigned teacher
• Willing to obtain a food handlers permit, TB test, Bureau of Criminal Investigation ( BCI ) background check, first aid training are required.
• Demonstrated human relation and effective human relations skills are also required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the direction, supervision, and organization of campers in their camper group within activities and throughout the camp in order to meet the intended camper outcomes. Assures campers are properly supervised at all times. Apply basic youth development principles such as relationship development, respect for diversity, involvement and empowerment of youth while working with campers.
• Develop and implement activities for campers in accordance with the camp mission.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety for campers and staff. Provide care for each camper within your supervision, including recognition of ones own personal health needs. Be alert to campers and staff needs and assist them with personal and/or health problems; discuss with camp director when appropriate.
• Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior. Follow and uphold all safety and security rules and procedures.
• Represent the camp when interacting with parents or community members. Provide parents appropriate feedback and information as needed for their campers to have a successful camp experience.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees