Camp Royal Leader

JOB SUMMARY
To organize and implement a variety of recreation and enrichment camps for elementary-aged youth at Camp Royal, a summer day camp held at the Eisenhower Elementary School.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plans, leads and implements age-appropriate enrichment, sports classes, and camps under Camp Royal lesson plan guidelines.
• Be available Monday-Thursday, June 9 to August 14, with limited time off.
• Prepare materials for camp activities, including individual classes taught and wrap-around time.
• Work as a part of a team with other Camp Royal leaders for supervised wrap-around care and overall camp functions.
• Enforce all policies, rules and regulations established by Hopkins Community Education.
• Interact with parents and community members in a professional, courteous, friendly, and helpful manner.
• Supervise children using positive discipline to maintain an informal, orderly, and safe environment.
• Provide direction and supervision of Camp Royal Assistants and volunteers.
• Complete attendance records, weekly schedules, accident reports, and all other reports as requested.
• Maintain proper care and use of equipment and facilities.
• Follow district safety procedures and guidelines and ensure that safety precautions are taken in all activities.
• Demonstrate and teach appropriate social skills to youth through role modeling and positive reinforcement.
• Perform other related duties as requested by supervisor.

 
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

• Have a passion for working with youth ages 5 – 12.
• Positive attitude/high energy
• Dependability and the ability to work well with others.
• Leadership skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Self-Starter.
• Strong organizational skills.

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS 

• Entry-level position. Preference will be given to applicants who have experience and/or college course work in teaching, recreation services, child development, or a related field.
• Preference will be given to applicants who are able to work Monday – Thursday, June 9 to August 14.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 

• Applicant must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
• Applicant must demonstrate experience working with children in a school or camp setting.
• Applicant must be physically active and able to lift 20 lbs.
• Applicant must submit to a Criminal Background Check.
• Applicant must be available to go through Camp Royal Leader training.

 COMPETENCIES AND/OR VALUES COMMON TO ALL POSITIONS

• A clear and demonstrated commitment to the District mission, which is to ensure high quality, innovative, challenging education where all learners are valued and respected.
• Perform assigned responsibilities in a manner consistent with the District’s established Core Values.
• Advance the District’s mission and values through careful attention to the key issues of Learning, Environment, and Resources.