Kids Camp Lead Instructor (Part-Time Pool)

Position Information

The Viking Kids Camp Program Coordinator is responsible for the coordination, operation and support of all summer youth programs ensuring their effective and cohesive operation of all daily programming; the training, support and supervision of all staff; camper wellness and the administering of first aid; and various administrative duties, which may include ordering supplies, coordinating schedules, and verifying enrollment rosters. The Program Coordinator will develop and foster meaningful relationships with campers, while collaborating with camp instructors to ensure a cohesive environment for all involved. This position is a temporary, part-time position. Hours are Monday – Friday and vary between the hours of 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. for the summer months only.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree.
• Three (3) years of relevant experience to include program coordination in education, training, student services, or other appropriate area.
• Must possess or immediately obtain certification in First Aid and CPR.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule.

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and to exercise initiative.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Supervisory and management skills and experience.
• Ability to work with a wide variety of ages and demographic groups.
• Ability to take charge and motivate others.
• Ability to observe and assess staff and camper behavior, enforce safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
• Enthusiasm, patience and self-control.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous work experience with youth in a camp environment.
• Formal training in child development, elementary education, early childhood, recreation, or similar fields.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws that require the verification of identity and the legal right to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel or extend all recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Job Duties

• Supervise and actively participate with camp Instructors and campers in a variety of indoor and outdoor activities, educational sessions and more. Ensure camp safety and security, enforce all safety and risk management policies. Resolve disciplinary problems appropriately, complete incident reports as needed. Maintain good relationships with parents of campers.
• Aid with age-appropriate lessons, projects and activities. Engage campers. Assist instructors with teaching and educational sessions. Responsible for activity and educational session area set-up and clean-up. Educate campers regarding emergency procedures and ensure procedures are followed when necessary, and all campers are accounted for.
• Work with the food service provider in planning, preparing and serving meals and snacks. Help maintain the lunch room in a clean and sanitary condition. Assist in supervising monitors to clean up after meals. Travel between campuses and for purchasing of camp supplies required.
• Verify enrollment rosters. Assist with registration, sign-in and sign-out as needed. Complete necessary reports. Assist with tasks as requested by program manager.

Supplemental Questions

Do you have an Associate's degree?

• Yes, (Submission of transcript(s) with conferred date required.)
• No, I do not have the required education.

Do you have three (3) years of relevant experience to include program coordination in education, training, student services, or other appropriate area?

• Yes
• No

Do you have or are you able to immediately obtain certification in First Aid and CPR?

• Yes (Submission of certification(s) is required)
• No

Are you able to work a flexible schedule?

• Yes
• No

Applicant Documents

• Resume
• Letter of Interest
• Transcripts
• Current CPR / BLS Certification