SUMMARY

Assumes primary responsibility for supervising campers throughout the camp day and implementing Camp St. Vincent’s academic and social skills curriculum. Creates a safe, friendly and fun camp environment for campers, volunteers and staff.

 

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Responsible for leading and supervising campers in their assigned groups throughout the day during instructional periods, large group gatherings, special activities, field trips, breakfast and lunch.
• Plans, coordinates, and directs math and reading activities according to the specified curriculum with emphasis on skills that are both grade and age appropriate of campers that attend camp. 
• Prepares and submits lesson plans, 5 days prior to each session, to Director.
• Prepares grade and age appropriate activities for swimming, athletics and the psycho social groups.
• Makes full use of supplies provided, as well as able to provide additional supplies/resources to help enhance the effectiveness of the said program.
• Makes sure campers are supervised and complies with camp discipline policies at all times and that proper safety and first aid procedures are carried out.
• Ensures that program and storage areas are kept clean and orderly at all times.
• Maintains an inventory of supplies, and submits requests as needed.

 

SECONDARY DUTIES

• Attends pre-camp training and orientation program and participates in advance planning prior to the start of camp.
• Participates in weekly instructor’s meetings.
• Promotes good camp spirit and unity.
• Serves as a “Bus Counselor” on scheduled dates agreed upon in advance, and on an “emergency basis,” as needed.
• Assists with and attends special events held by the Center and St. Vincent de Paul as necessary. 
• Upholds the vision, mission and values of St. Vincent de Paul. 
• Attends all staff meetings and other meetings as required/directed.
• Supports a welcoming and positive environment for volunteers and works with them effectively.
• Other as assigned within the scope of the position.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 years of college education, required; Bachelor’s Degree, preferred, or appropriate certifications.
• Experience in teaching children; professional educators with expertise are preferred.
• Possess creative abilities and appreciation of the outdoor, natural environment.
• Ability to commit to 8 weeks of uninterrupted.3d work and pre and post camp planning meetings.
• Capable of planning and implementing, daily activities through verbal and written communication (daily lesson plans).
• A genuine liking for children and outdoor camp life.
• Emotional maturity, integrity, and high moral character
• Successful completion of background screening.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

__X__ Primarily Outdoor Work              

TYPE OF WORK

___X__MEDIUM WORK:  Lifting 50 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects up to 25 pounds.