Summer Camp Staff - Early Childhood
Summer Camp Staff - Early Childhood
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Job Description
This announcement is specific to theEarly ChildhoodCamp. If you are interested in other camp program areas you must apply directly to those positions.
TheDepartment of Park & Recreation(DPR) Early Childhood Recreation Unit is seeking Camp Counselors and Substitute Directors Staff to support camp stay and play programs and preschool programs and activities; including art music storytelling outdoor games and physical activities. This Unit operates three halfday summer campsand two fullday preschooler programs for children ages 35 years old and three stay and play programs for children ages 13
Staff must commit to working from June 23 August 15 (core camp dates).Training will begin in mid to late May through June which includes virtual online courses and inperson trainings during weekday evenings and a few Saturdays.
Responsibilities
SUMMER RECREATION ASSISTANT I $15.30/Hour
Assisting with leading recreation activitiescamp program operationsand behavior management of participants.
RECREATION ASSISTANT IV $23.00/Hour
Directing programs developing curriculum and performing administrative duties for summer camp stay and play programs and our full day preschooler programs ina substitute capacity.
Successful candidates will have good character and integrity effective communication skills reliable transportation including the ability to complete tasks take initiative and work successfully in a team environment.
Qualifications
Minimums:
SUMMER RECREATION ASSISTANT I
- Education:Less than a High School Diploma; plus
- Experience: No experience required.
RECREATION ASSISTANT IV
- Education: High school/equivalent; plus
- Experience: Considerable experience administering recreation programs including some experience leading/supervising recreation programs with a preference for experiencein a preschool or day care environment.
Substitution:Completion of some college coursework may substitute for the experience requirement.
Desirables:Preference may be given to candidates in one or more of the following:
- Workingin Summer Camp programs orArlington Camp; and
- Willingness or experience working with individuals with disabilities.
- Working knowledge of Virginia State licensing regulations
- Experience as a teacher/teaching assistant in a preschool or day care environment OR in a job related to the care of preschool children.
Special Requirements
If selected all summer staff may be required to:
- Agree to a criminal background check (for applicants 18 years and older).
- Provide references which may be included in application.
- Provide negative TB results or submit to a TB screening.
- Attend all required trainings wear a uniform and ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
- Stand and walk for a prolonged periods of time during the work shift.
- Be CPR and First Aid Certified as of the first day of camp for the Camp Director or other designated positions.
- Possess a valid driver license and successful driving history record check (for applicants 18 years and older).
- Provide personal care as needed to campers (training provided).
- Arlington County requires that all employees have a bank account to accept direct payroll deposits.
Additional Information
Work Hours: These positions vary in days and hours of work from parttime 2025 hours to fulltime 40 hours (for full day preschool programs) per week. Camps operate from 9:30a.m. 12:30pm and preschool programs operate 8:00am 6:00pm.
Employee Discount:Summer camp employees can receive a 20 discount on camp fees for their children! To learn more go to:Summer Camp Employment FAQs Official Website of Arlington County Virginia Government (arlingtonva).
Interviews will be conducted on acontinuousbasis. Interested applicants should apply as soon as possible. Written notifications will be sent to applicants who applied but were not hired once all positions are filled. Generally these notifications are sent in midJuly.
Applicants may attach a resume in addition to completing the online application. Attaching a resume without completion of the application will be considered an incomplete application.
For further information about the selection process or specific camp job duties: Email.
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
