OVERVIEW:
The Day Camp Associate is responsible for providing academic instruction, project-based learning, and enrichment to students in the Summer Day Camp Program, with their teaching team and under the supervision of the Education Manager. The goal is to create a joyful learning environment to address learning loss and support an easier transition back to school.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide instruction to students, in collaboration with the assigned teaching team, from a strengths-based approach
Design, plan, and implement lesson plans in/outside the classroom meeting program academic standards
Design, plan, prepare, and actively participate in creative or active afternoon activities
Ensure implementation of behavior support plans in/outside the classroom designed by Behavior and Academic Specialist(s) and/or Education Leadership Advisement
Assist with and participate in any programs part of the Summer Day Camp
Integrate social-emotional learning throughout programming with advisement from Behavior & Academic Specialist(s) and/or Education Leadership
Report possible cases of child abuse, neglect, or endangerment to proper leadership
Other related duties as required
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or equivalent (required)
Currently studying education, child development, human services, or a related field (Preferred)
Experience in teaching and leading youth in academic or creative settings
Experience working with diverse backgrounds and ages, (TK – 7th preferred) in an urban environment, and/or personal experience with SFUSD
Experience with researching resources or tools for students and families
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of teaching and leading youth in project-based, experiential, or hands-on learning
Able to effectively lead children through tasks in a positive manner.
Ability to lead and teach in a trauma-informed manner
Effectively communicate with parents/families
Comfortable with enforcing program rules and policies
Ability to handle emotionally charged situations
EQUIPMENT USED:
Modern Office Equipment and Relevant Software
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. (Usually file boxes)
ADA Statement:
Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.
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At-Will:
Any employment relationship with this organization is of an “at-will” nature, which means that an Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge an Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this “at will” employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization.