Day Camp Associate
Duties And Responsibilities
Provide instruction to students, in collaboration with the assigned teaching team, from a strengths-based approach.
Design, plan, and implement lesson plans in/outside the classroom meeting program academic standards.
Design, plan, prepare, and actively participate in creative or active afternoon activities.
Ensure implementation of behavior support plans in/outside the classroom designed by Behavior and Academic Specialist(s) and/or Education Leadership Advisement.
Assist with and participate in any programs part of the Summer Day Camp.
Incorporate social-emotional learning throughout programming with advisement from Behavior & Academic Specialist(s) and/or Education Leadership.
Report possible cases of child abuse, neglect, or endangerment to proper leadership.
Education And Experience
High school diploma or equivalent (required)
Currently studying education, child development, human services, or a related field (preferred)
Experience in teaching and leading youth in academic or creative settings
Experience working with diverse backgrounds and ages, (TK – 7th preferred) in an urban environment, and/or personal experience with SFUSD
Experience with researching resources or tools for students and families
Skills And Abilities
Knowledge of teaching and leading youth in project-based, experiential, or hands-on learning
Able to effectively lead children through tasks in a positive manner.
Ability to lead and teach in a trauma-informed manner
Effectively communicate with parents/families
Comfortable with enforcing program rules and policies
Able to handle emotionally charged situations
Equipment Used
Modern Office Equipment and Relevant Software
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. (Usually file boxes)
ADA Statement
Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.
At-Will
Any employment relationship with this organization is of an “at-will” nature, which means that an Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge an Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this “at will” employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization.