Teacher - Summer Camp - Temporary Contract Position

Greater Birmingham Humane Society IncBirmingham, AL
Onsite

About The Position

The Summer Camp Teacher is responsible for leading campers and activities enrolled in the GBHS Critter Camp. This is a temporary contract position for select summer sessions, working with children aged 6-12.

Requirements

  • Must have a current Alabama Teaching Certificate.
  • Must have a valid Driver’s License.
  • Must have an Alabama Teaching Certification and experience with K to 6th grade children.
  • Expected to be professional at all times.
  • Must support and practice imaginative, engaging, and learner-centered education.
  • Must practice safe animal-handling skills learned during training.
  • Must be able to work with and around animals of all types (cats, dogs, rabbits, birds, etc.).

Responsibilities

  • Participate fully in week-long camp sessions.
  • Manage camp resources.
  • Report any and all accidents/incidents to the Director of Education.
  • Maintain a classroom climate that nurtures and supports a learning environment.
  • Ensure campers’ safety during activities.
  • Utilize help from assistant teacher.
  • Monitor and assist with snack and lunch breaks.
  • Attend an animal-handling orientation and training session.
  • Utilize camp software for attendance and medical/allergies.
  • Monitor campers while socializing with shelter animals.
  • Speak with parents/guardians of campers about daily activities.
  • Report to the Director of Education.
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