Seasonal Camp Educator & Group Leader (Ages 5–11)

City of Manhattan, Kansas; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

The City of Manhattan is accepting applications for an Educator II/Group Leader for Little Apple Day Camp/Sunset Zoo/Flint Hills Discovery Center. The Educator II/Group Leader will work directly with youth campers, 5–11 years old, or program participants across arts, culture, and recreation, reflecting the Parks & Recreation Department's mission.

In-service training sessions are required. Seasonal, non-exempt position with a starting wage of $16.00/hour.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Experience working with school-age children or school-age youth.
• Selected candidate(s) may be required to pass a KDHE and/or KBI background check.
• Selected candidate(s) may be required to pass a TB test.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Bachelor's Degree in early childhood, elementary education, recreation, related field, or experience to certification as childcare facility director (preferred).
• One year of college education, or 15 hours of college credit in related courses (preferred).
• CPR/First Aid Certification may be provided.

Responsibilities

• Plans all-day activities including life sports, arts and crafts, games, music, STEAM, culture, and environmental science.
• Provides supervision and direction to youth and/or adults.
• Assists in developing safe, inclusive, age-appropriate programs.
• Carries out program activities.
• Accompanies participants on field trips and visits to facilities.
• Safely operates motor vehicles to transport participants.
• Maintains open communication with participants and parents.

Skills

Experience with youth

18+ age requirement

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's (preferred) in related field

College coursework (15 hours) or 1 year

Tools

CPR/First Aid Certification

Background check required

Job description

The City of Manhattan is accepting applications for an Educator II/Group Leader for Little Apple Day Camp/Sunset Zoo/Flint Hills Discovery Center. The Educator II/Group Leader will work directly with youth campers, 5–11 years old, or program participants across arts, culture, and recreation, reflecting the Parks & Recreation Department's mission.

In-service training sessions are required. Seasonal, non-exempt position with a starting wage of $16.00/hour.