Summer Camp Teacher's Assistant

Summary
We are looking for enthusiastic, attentive camp assistants to lead, support, and motivate campers as they enjoy all that the camp has to offer. The camp assistants will help lead group events, monitor campers and respond to incidents, such as behavioral problems or accidents, log events and maintain records relating to activities, and discuss concerns with program directors. You should be positive, proactive, and caring while focusing on giving campers a fun, safe camp experience.
You should be upbeat, decisive, and responsible. You should also be organized and possess strong leadership skills.
Duties

• Communication skills
• Organization skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Patience
• Caring personality
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks outside in various climates
• Alertness
• Mediation skills
• Leadership
• Enjoys being in the company of children
• Must be able to carry heavy loads and walk an extended period of time while supervising offsite field trips
• Stamina

Requirements

• Strong organizational skills are essential to prepare materials for planned daily lessons
• Ability to manage potentially challenging behavior from students and maintain a professional and patient demeanor
• Basic writing, math and science skills are needed to aid students in homework
• Complete all mandatory trainings as set forth by Virginia Department of Social Services
• Experience supporting positive relationships with children and adults in a learning environment
• Basic understanding of childhood development and methods used to instruct children of various ages
• Ability to communicate with teacher's assistant and parents regarding student's behavior in the classroom

Nice To Haves

• MAT Training
• Education and experience in camp, youth programs, recreation, working with children, or in a related field
• CPR
• Child Abuse training
• First Aid

Benefits

• No nights or Weekends
• Staff Appreciation gifts
• Flexible Scheduling
• This is a seasonal position with potential to hire on in a permanent placement.
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Training

About Us

We are a ministry of Centerville Baptist Church and have been one of the longest running programs in the Chesapeake area; 66 years and counting! It is our mission for all children enrolled in the program to know they are loved by God exactly as they are. We lovingly accept children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old. Centerville Baptist Children's Program offers preschool, kindergarten, and childcare for these ages. Every child is special, loved, and cared for by our dedicated and experienced staff.