Day Camp Counselor, Lead

The Salvation Army Southern California • Newark, CA

13h • Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to create a safe, enjoyable, and enriching experience for children participating in the summer day camp program of the Tri-Cities Corps. Staff members play a crucial role in facilitating a variety of activities, ensuring the well-being of campers, and fostering a positive and inclusive environment. By engaging with campers, promoting teamwork, and adhering to safety guidelines, this role provides spiritual development, social direction, and educational reinforcement while utilizing recreational activities.

Requirements

• Knowledge of music instruments, able to teach music instruments and music theory.
• Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, and basic desktop publishing computer programs.
• Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check to include a DOJ Livescan Fingerprint check.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a passion for working with children in a learning environment.
• Teach music instruments and music theory.
• Assist with supervision, guidance, and caring for children in an educational, enrichment, and recreational setting.
• Provide encouraging instruction to students during group activities.
• Assist with the supervision of the safety of campers during arrival, dismissal, and transition periods.
• Assist the Director of Group Leader in the planning, teaching of lessons, homework support, and activities.
• Assist in maintaining discipline and encouraging children to follow rules.
• Assist in general set up and clean up of program area and with the closing/opening of the facility.
• Maintain a safe environment.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed