SUMMER PARKS CAMP TEACHER - COLUMBUS PARK

Kenosha YMCA • Kenosha, WI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Summer Parks Camp Teacher provides the opportunity for elementary-aged children to have a safe, fun, and memorable summer experience while promoting continued growth in reading, math, and Character Development-Social Emotional skills. The Summer Parks Camp Teacher is responsible for leading a group of elementary-aged children (1:12 ratio) in summer camp activities that include team building games, teen-driven activities, sports, service-learning projects, reading, math, and social-emotional development. The Camp Teacher also works together with a strong team of Camp staff. A Summer Parks Camp Teacher is a role model and mentor to elementary children who need someone to come alongside them and provide support and encouragement.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of two years prior experience working with children under 13 years of age required.
• Exceptional group management, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Experience in creating interactive and educational/artistic activities, youth development, academic enrichment and arts.
• Must possess oral, auditory and written communication skills appropriate for interacting with both children and adults.
• Must be capable of implementing the daily administrative, program related, and supervisory responsibilities of an afterschool site.
• Flexibility, with the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
• Required to keep First Aid, CPR, and AED Certificate Current

Nice To Haves

• Bachelors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with children ages 6 - 11 yrs old
• Design & facilitate lessons and activities based on the needs of the youth & according Camp objectives
• Assess & document youth’ progress (SEL)
• Use best teaching practices to meet individual student objectives.
• Maintain a professional attitude and relationship with parents and families and work with them as required.
• Attend site staff meetings (TBD)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED