Day Camp Support Staff (Multiple positions - AM/PM)

Oregon City School District 62•Oregon City, OR

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Oregon City School District is hiring AM and PM Day Camp Support Staff at Gaffney Lane Elementary School for no-school camp days. The AM shift is 7:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. and includes opening camp; the PM shift is 11:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. and includes closing camp. Both positions pay $17.50 per hour. Staff support daily camp operations and lead activities for kindergarten through fifth-grade children in a school setting. They help supervise groups of approximately 30–65 children, typically at a ratio of 1:15, and support children’s safety, engagement, and well-being throughout the shift. Applicants need at least one year of relevant experience working with youth, in youth development, camps, childcare, educational instruction, or a related discipline. Before employment, staff must obtain a Food Handlers Card and CPR/First Aid certificates and complete required ELD/ODHS training. Conditional hires must be fingerprinted and undergo a criminal record check at their own expense; the posting states the current cost is $12.50 per employee. Oregon City School District is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities who can perform the position’s essential functions.

Requirements

At least one year of experience working with youth, youth development, camps, childcare, educational instruction, or a related discipline.
Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with children and adults.
Ability to communicate clearly and problem-solve quickly.
Patience and flexibility with people and expectations, as appropriate.
Positive attitude.
Must obtain a Food Handlers Card and CPR/First Aid certificates before employment.
Must complete required ELD/ODHS training before employment.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, active, and changing environment.
Conditional employment requires fingerprinting and a criminal record check at the employee’s expense.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual applicants are desired, but bilingualism is not required.

Responsibilities

Support daily camp operations; AM staff open camp and PM staff close camp.
Implement and support age-appropriate activities for kindergarten through fifth-grade children.
Assist with supervision of approximately 30–65 children in large and small groups.
Actively engage children in games, enrichment activities, STEAM projects, and recreational activities.
Use positive behavior (PBIS) guidelines and strategies to support and respond to student behavior.
Maintain active supervision and observational awareness throughout the shift.
Document and communicate concerns and problems in a timely manner.
Ensure children’s safety and well-being at all times.
Maintain a clean, organized space and respect school rules and expectations.
Communicate effectively and frequently with staff, students, and supervisors.