Summer Day Camp Leader
About The Position
Reporting to the Summer Day Camp Supervisor, this position is responsible for the supervision of children ages five to twelve years old. The position is responsible for carrying out the Summer Day Camp program goals by assisting in developing and implementing a weekly curriculum with daily activities to meet the individual needs of each child. Building on personal competencies- self-confidence, empathy, self-awareness, emotional regulation, social responsibilities and relationship skills, conflict resolution, problem solving, health and physical activity, nutrition, leadership skills, literacy, and opportunities to learn traditional knowledge and explore Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in culture and Hän language. This position works in close partnership with other Summer Day Camp Leader team members and Youth Day Camp Leader. This position is responsible for ensuring YG regulations followed at all times.
Requirements
- YG Level 1 Early Childhood Educator designation or currently in the process of completing two 45-hour ECE courses to obtain Level 1 certification.
- Experience working with school-age children ages 5-12 in a summer camp, Early Childhood, outdoor education program, afterschool program or related setting.
- Experience working in a team environment.
- Experience or Knowledge in working with Indigenous children and families.
- Knowledge and ability of appropriate guidance practices/techniques, and ability to work with high needs children (ADHD, behavioral).
- Experience being physically active outdoors and involved in recreational and/or cultural activities.
- Knowledge of YG Child Care regulations.
- Criminal record check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.
- Medical clearance, TB test and open immunization record.
- Standard First Aid Certification and CPR.
- TH101 Cultural Awareness training.
Nice To Haves
- Post-secondary Certificate/ Diploma in Early Childhood Education or related field.
- Class 5 Driver’s license with clear drivers’ abstract.
Responsibilities
- Supervision of children ages five to twelve years old.
- Assisting in developing and implementing a weekly curriculum with daily activities to meet the individual needs of each child.
- Building on personal competencies such as self-confidence, empathy, self-awareness, emotional regulation, social responsibilities and relationship skills, conflict resolution, problem solving, health and physical activity, nutrition, leadership skills, and literacy.
- Providing opportunities to learn traditional knowledge and explore Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in culture and Hän language.
- Working in close partnership with other Summer Day Camp Leader team members and Youth Day Camp Leader.
- Ensuring YG regulations are followed at all times.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
