About the position
St. Charles Community College (SCC) is located just west of St. Louis, in the heart of growing St. Charles County. At SCC, we have a passion for student success. We serve a growing diverse student population, and we are committed to increasing the diversity of our faculty and staff who will help prepare our students for a global society. Qualified candidates will have demonstrated success in serving diverse student populations. SCC's Community Education Department is seeking Community Education Summer Camp Instructors to teach week-long summer camps to students ages 5-14. SCC Summer Camps provide hands-on experience in specialized fields such as science, engineering, technology, chemistry, math, language arts & literature, computer science, career exploration, visual arts, performing arts, culinary, and sports. The SCC Summer Camps specialize in STEAM opportunities, and we are especially looking for instructors in these areas.
Responsibilities
- Develop appropriate camp curriculum based off your camp theme and have lesson plans completed & submitted by specific due date.
- Plan, organize, implement, and lead age-appropriate activities for children in your camp.
- Read and respond to all communications from leadership via email and on Microsoft Teams regarding camps, expectations, and camper concerns.
- Read and understand information and expectations about health and background/IEPs for campers in your assigned camp PRIOR to the beginning of camp.
- Submit supply requests & receipts to Program Specialist in a timely manner.
- Work with an assigned assistant (as applicable) to provide a welcoming camp for all children, including greeting parents and creating a positive environment.
- Make sure all arrival/departure procedures are followed (signing in/out with ID from parents).
- Communicate effectively with staff, assistants, campers, and parents, including sharing any issues that arise, and reporting all safety and/or health issues in a timely manner to the Program Specialist and Lead Support Staff.
- Take responsibility for the care and safety of the participants, monitoring campers and ensuring campers follow camp rules and work to prevent accidents.
- Work to de-escalate situations in the classroom and utilize Support Staff when additional help is needed.
Requirements
- High School Diploma
- Experience or advanced studies in the specialized field of camp
- Experience working with children
- Basic computer skills and ability to use electronic communication
- Professional interpersonal and customer service communication skills
- Detail oriented and organized to submit documentation (i.e. Lesson plans, supply requests, etc.)
- Punctual, responsible and trustworthy with confidential information
- Must be able to handle behavioral issues when they arise
Nice-to-haves
- Trainings required before start date (Trainings will be offered on-site, if not already certified): HR Orientation (new SCC employees only), KnowBe4 Technology Safety Training, Summer Staff Orientation, CPR & Epi-pen, Mandated Reporter
Benefits
- Compensation is paid on a stipend basis for half or full day camps and is tiered based on education and experience. Minimum stipend for a full 5-day week is $375/half day camp or $750 for a full day camp.
