Summer Camp Counselor

Ywca Of Niagara; City of Lockport (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The YWCA of Niagara is seeking a Summer Camp Counselor for a full-time role during the summer. Responsibilities include implementing educational programs, managing camper behavior, and ensuring a safe and engaging environment for children. Ideal candidates will have experience in education, be enthusiastic, and possess strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Experience working with diverse backgrounds and age groups.
• Ability to accept guidance and supervision.

Responsibilities

• Implement thematic math and/or literacy discovery programs.
• Conduct initial and end of season inventory.
• Accompany off-site trips and manage camper groups.

Skills

Training and experience in math and/or literacy

Ability to organize projects

Ability to teach in at least one area noted above

Ability to manage camper behavior

Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, and self-control

Education

Must be at least 18 years of age

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Lockport. YWCA of the Niagara Frontier. Summer Day Camp Counselor

ABLE Summer Learning is a K-12 youth and education-focused seasonal AmeriCorps program operated by The Service Collaborative. We are currently recruiting for positions at The YWCA of the Niagara Frontier. ABLE Members at The YWCA of the Niagara Frontier will be responsible for implementation of a thematic math and/or literacy discovery program. The curriculum must be flexible to accommodate the varying ages and interests of the campers. The counselor will be required to develop engaging projects and activities that spark the camper's natural curiosity and inquisitiveness.

This position is full time Monday-Friday for 8 weeks

Minimum Qualifications

• Training and experience in math and/or literacy.
• Ability to organize projects.
• Ability to teach in at least one area noted above.
• Ability to work with a staff of diverse backgrounds and age groups
• Ability to accept guidance and supervision.
• Ability to manage camper behavior through the use of sound methods designed to develop behavior that demonstrates respect for self and others
• Communicate all necessary information to Camp Director
• Follow all established policies and procedures
• Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, and self-control
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
  
  

Specific Responsibilities

• Set up and implement these activities daily, varying as needed
• Conduct initial and end of season inventory, store all equipment safely
• Submit orders for supplies after planning out summer schedule, ensuring timely arrival of materials
• Keep an ongoing binder with the lesson plans for all activities.
• Delegate to Counselors all needed support to complete projects, help needed to set up and clean after completion of activity
• Accompany all off-site trips and be responsible for a group of campers during the trip
• Provide support when needed for other staff activities
• Encourage camper interest in math and literacy in the world around them by making use of those teachable moments which arise
• Teach and monitor proper use of all equipment
• Conduct daily check of program area for safety, cleanliness and adequate supplies
• Evaluate current season and make recommendations for equipment, supplies, and program for following season. Update written plan for activities as needed.
• Some duties may be reassigned, and other duties may be assigned as required.
  
  

About The Site

The YWCA is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. The YWCA Children's Program challenges children to gain a positive self-image, engage in learning activities that stimulate their curiosity, develop friendships and learn to relate to others with respect.

If interested, please complete our program application here: https://forms.gle/Ke5L99WkyCbNsmX78

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