Summer Camp Teacher - 11-145- SC-Tustin Ranch Henley

The Salvation Army Southern California•Tustin, CA

18h•$17 - $20

About The Position

Summer Camp Teachers assist in the planning, coordination and implementation of assigned recreation activities and program supervision, working directly with clients and other staff. They may also assume program specific leadership positions as assigned by the Program and Center Directors.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required, BA/BS in related field preferred
Minimum 12 ECE units preferred or comparable college unit
Must complete/sign a Criminal Record Statement (LIC 508), with certification for Protect the Mission policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual/Bi-literate English/Spanish or Korean preferred.
Driving Test and clean MVR check (if applicable).
Must have ability to work with, direct, and relate well with co-workers, community members, and guests/clients.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
CPR/First Aid/Health and Safety Training qualified.
Able to function in a fast-paced, frequently changing environment
Must possess good relationship skills.
Ability to work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

Be on duty as assigned, always maintaining focus on the children.
Practice “Active Visual Supervision” when on duty.
Ensure that each child is released only to persons who are “authorized escorts
Always maintain a healthy & safe environment both inside & outside.
For break or lunch, ensure a qualified teacher is in place before leaving the classroom or playground to maintain legal ratio.
Work cooperatively with other staff to build a strong working team.
Be available to parents as needed & reasonable.
Maintain confidentiality of family, staff & proprietary information
Communicate all supply & educational needs to the Director in a timely manner
Maintain a clean, organized, creative, inviting, age-appropriate classroom environment including centers in multiple educational subjects.Pleasantly greet children & families upon daily arrival or departure, while maintaining active supervision of children.
Develop & maintain warm, yet professionally appropriate, relationships with client/student families.
Administer appropriate First Aid as needed, using universal & standard precautions
Attend mandatory staff meetings & school special events
Follow guidelines set in Staff Procedures Handbook, & policies of CA Title 22, & The Salvation Army Policy for Working with Minors