Peninsula Covenant Church (PCC) is a vibrant and forward-thinking church in Redwood City comprised of both traditional and community-based ministries: Worship Adult Youth Children Missions (local and international) School-Age Child Care (SACC) Preschool PE and our Community Center. Employing over 180 individuals PCC actively cultivates a culture of collaboration personal growth and fun across all teams. In order to thrive at PCC we look for staff who share our vision and live within our staff values: Seeking Jesus First; Being Humble; Having Hard Conversations; Staying Hungry; Extending Grace; and Prioritizing Team.
SCHOOL-AGE CHILD CARE (SACC) MISSION
SACC at Peninsula Covenant Church is a licensed after-school child care program and summer day camp serving children from transitional kindergarten (TK) through middle school in the Redwood City School District area. Our mission is to provide an encouraging and safe environment for students to be known and valued growing as Gods unique masterpieces.
PRINCIPLE OBJECTIVE
The After School Camp Counselor is a teacher aid who provides supervision guidance and support to children in the SACC program. This role includes leading daily enrichment activities creating a safe and engaging environment and transporting students to and from the program. The Counselor serves as a role model and contributes to a positive structured after-school and summer camp experience.
PRINCIPLE WORKING RELATIONSHIP
Under the direct supervision of the School-Aged Child Care Director the Counselor is responsible for the safety and supervision of their campers. Counselors work with children and their families and represent PCC School Age Child Care to Redwood City families school personnel and the people who share the PCC campus.
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
- Engage children in enrichment activities that support social emotional and faith-based growth
- Lead group and individual games arts lessons and various activities
- Maintain a safe organized clean environment
- Communicate with families
- Transportation for children
- Ensure the safety and well-being of participants
- Other duties as assigned by the program director
REQUIRED SKILLS ABILITIES AND CORE COMPETENCIES
- Mission-minded follower of Jesus; aligned with PCCs vision
- Enjoys working with children leads by example supports peers and builds positive group culture
- Flexible and adaptable team player stays calm under pressure
- Reliable respectful and maintains high standards of conduct
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1 year experience working with children
- CPR/First Aid and Mandated Reporter certifications (or willingness to obtain within 2 months from the start date)
- Must adhere to professional conduct and dress code required
- Passion for youth development and faith-based programming
- Completed or in progress coursework in Early Childhood Education (ECE) psychology sociology or related fields preferred
- Has completed 6 units of ECE (Early Childhood Education) preferred
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to physically interact with children including indoor and outdoor activities extensive walking occasional running kneeling managing multiple stair sets while maintaining high levels of alertness concentration and initiative
- Must be able to work both indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures and environments utilizing sun and rain protection as necessary
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and 15-20 pounds frequently.
- Physically and mentally fit to ensure child safety
- Clean DMV record; must meet the age requirement for school district driving requirements; and able to drive a 9-seat passenger van
- Must pass background checks (DOJ FBI Child Abuse Index)
- TB test and required immunizations
SCHEDULE
- MondayFriday approx. 1:006:00 PM with occasional early shifts (e.g. some Thursdays starting at 11:00 AM) during the school year
- MondayFriday approx. 9:006:00 PM during summer program
Peninsula Covenant Church is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal state and local laws providing equal employment opportunities and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment discrimination or retaliation based on an individuals race (including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids locks and twists) color religion national origin ancestry citizenship physical or mental disability medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics) genetic information marital status sex (including pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding or related medical conditions) gender (including gender identity and gender expression) age (40 years and over) sexual orientation veteran and/or military status protected medical leaves (requesting or approved for leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act or the California Family Rights Act) domestic violence victim status political affiliation or any other status protected by federal state or local laws. PCC is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy in regard to all aspects of employment including but not limited to recruiting hiring placement transfer training promotion rates of pay and other compensation termination and all other terms conditions and privileges of employment.
PCC as a legally recognized religious organization can and may prefer applicants based on religion and related values in order to hire staff members who agree with and live out the churchs beliefs.