Assistant Preschool Counselor for Noah's Ark Summer Camp

SUMMARY:Noahs Ark Summer Camp is about discovery exploration and friendships. We provide children with incredible experiences both indoors and outdoors including swim sports music and movement nature and gardening farm to table cooking art experiences Jewish values weekly Shabbat sing-a-longs and so much more! Our camp counselors work collaboratively to take advantage of all that summer has to offer leaving campers with a memorable summer an Assistant Camp Counselor you are responsible for supporting the Lead Counselor in providing a safe and stimulating environment which allows children to develop a sense of independence and encourages mutual respect. The assistant counselor will contribute knowledge insight ideas and creativity to the team. You will help during daily activities and experiences that promote discovery increase childrens awareness and problem-solving skills inspires them to delve deeper in their learning and explorations and express their assistant counselor supports the development and implementation of a high-quality camp program for the children which reflects the vision and values of Noahs Ark and the JCC as a whole. WHO YOU AREPreferred: High school diploma Required: Strong oral communication skills Ability to relate to young children and adultsAbility to actively engage with childrenAbility to carry out assigned tasksAbility to multitask and maintain proper ratios/supervision at all timesAbility to recognize safety hazards and protect children from harmGood character Ability and willingness to work with a teamPossesses Certifications and coursework required by Licensing or willingness to complete (CPR Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Aid Orientation Breastfeeding for Infant Toddler staff Basic Health and Safety COVID Course)WHAT YOU WILL DOTeachingProvide a safe environment for all children in camp by always providing active supervision this includes but is not limited to remaining in ratio and always keeping the children in sight and and engage with children individually and in small ideas to the planning and implementation of daily camp all camp activities both indoors and outdoors. (Please note that within our program you will be supporting swim and water activities.) Nurture physical spiritual emotional social and intellectual growth and development of each the Lead Counselor in documenting childrens play and learning including taking pictures sending messages and supporting with additional communication & ClassroomProvide a cheerful nurturing healthy safe and clean bunk in the set-up and clean-up of bunk storage organization and cleanliness of bunk equipment and & CommunityCommunicate any concerns regarding a childs progress a parent or a classroom issue to the Lead Counselor and the DirectorProtect the rights and privacy of children and families by maintaining confidentiality according to the NAEYC Code of Ethicswork enviroNment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to move from standing to crouching and to sitting on the floor and back to standing. Physical stamina is required to bend stand lift up to 35 pounds work with children on the floor work outdoors in a variety of temperatures and the mobility to ensure the supervision and safety of children. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust :$19/hourThis job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and incumbent will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by supervisor or other management as required. The JCC reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the needs arise. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of Stoler Early Learning Center is also hiring for year-round positions with a competitive salary and opportunity for a sign on bonus. Employees of the JCCs Early Learning Center may also be eligible for the following benefits:Health Insurance; including Hospitalization Dental and Vision401(k) Plan with Employer Match ProgramAccrued Sick Days and Vacation DaysPaid time off for Jewish and Secular Holidays as well as Weather Related ClosingsComplimentary JCC Family MembershipDiscounts on: Preschool Enrollment Camp Childrens Programming Personal Training Adult Programing and other JCC ServicesPlease reach out to Senior Director Danielle Frye at for more information.