Summer Camp Staff, Waco (2027)

The Mentoring Alliance; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Summer camp experience

Gospel-centered environment

Job summary

Mentoring Alliance seeks summer camp staff to lead groups of campers through daily programs that include Bible study, activities, meals, worship, and events. You will be a role model, devoted to excellence, and focused on developing kids to reach their God-given potential.

Ideal candidates are at least 16 with a high school diploma or GED, possess a passion for working with children, and are willing to obtain CPR/First Aid certification. Bilingual English/Spanish is highly valued for this role.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• Passion for working with elementary-aged children.
• Able to work Monday–Friday during the summer.
• Ability to earn CPR/First Aid certification.
• Bi-lingual English/Spanish valued.

Responsibilities

• Lead campers through daily program including Bible study, activities, meals, worship times and events.
• Share the Gospel when appropriate.
• Model SEL techniques and help campers express feelings.
• Maintain cabin safety and order.
• Communicate behavioral issues to leadership.

Skills

Gospel alignment

Youth mentoring

SEL understanding

Communication

Bilingual EN/ES

Education

High school diploma or GED

Post-secondary training preferred

Job description

Mentoring Alliance exists to mobilize godly people into the lives of kids and families, to provide tangible help and eternal hope. Our staff must have the desire to influence, impact, and serve the kids and families in our community. Why? Because every staff position at Mentoring Alliance is an integral part of our mission and vision. We consider all positions at Mentoring Alliance to be first and foremost a Minister of the Gospel.

OVERVIEW

Mentoring Alliance is seeking ministry-minded individuals to be on our Mentoring Alliance Summer Camps staff team. Your primary role as a MASC Summer Staff will be leading a group of campers through their daily program. Their daily program includes Bible study, activity classes, meals, worship times, and other events. We are looking for staff who are devoted to excellence, wholeheartedness, and developing kids to reach their full God-given potential! You have the chance to have an eternal impact and be a role model to kids in our community. The MASC Summer Staff are part of the Mentoring Alliance Summer Camps team and report to the Mentoring Alliance Summer Camps Director. This is a temporary, summer-only position.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be present and engaged with their assigned campers
• Be open and ready to share the Gospel when and where appropriate
• Assist campers in practicing SEL techniques such as self-regulation, and sharing their feelings
• Maintain control and order in their assigned cabins
• Communicate any behavioral problems with leadership
• Observe and enforce all safety measures, especially those which are designed to prevent abuse and bullying

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPECTATIONS

• Agree with and exhibit behaviors in accordance with the Mentoring Alliance Statement of Faith
• Must be at least 16 years of age (High School Diploma or G.E.D and some post-secondary training highly preferred)
• Have a passion and love for working with elementary school-aged children
• Able to work Monday-Friday during the summer months
• Ability to earn mandatory CPR/First Aid certification
• Dependable transportation
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) greatly valued

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