Summer Camp Specialists - Evanston, United States - JCC Chicago

JCC Chicago

Verified Company

Evanston, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Apachi Day Camp offers a breathtaking array of classes, activities, field trips and special days. But it's our staff—cultivating cooperation, kindness and friendship—who build the foundation of our community.

As a team, we continue to challenge ourselves:

how can we make each day unforgettable? How can we bring our campers closer together? We know we've done our job if our campers never want the day to end, never want the summer to be over and never want to lose the feeling they belong —just the way they are.

JCC Chicago is on the lookout for talented individuals with special skills in a variety of activities to be specialists.

Specialists excel in either the arts, sports, music, dance, theater, science or other areas. If you are looking for a way to create exciting experiences and heartwarming memories that last a lifetime, gain valuable career-building skills and be able to spend your summer with 100 new best friends, JCC is the place for you

Dates:

Employee Orientation:
Sunday June 9- Tuesday June 11 and Friday June 14th

Camp Dates:
June 1- August 2, July 4 and July 5)

Camp Hours: 8:30am to 4:00pm

Key Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities:

Coordinate details, schedules, and production for planned activities and theme days
Implement and execute all planned activities with great organization and clear details
Incorporate camp values, traditions, and special events into programs.
Oversee the preparation and participate in group activities.
Responsible for the safety and wellbeing of the campers and staff
Ensure the care of equipment and cleanliness of camp facilities.
Arrival and dismissal duties as needed.
Exhibit a high level of energy and enthusiasm, with a positive and flexible attitude and demeanor.
Evaluate camp program and activities at the conclusion of camp.
Provide support and conflict resolution when issues arise.
Contribute content about weekly activity curriculum for newsletters and social media posts
Foster and maintain positive working relationships with all camp staff.
Lift/move children up to 40 lbs.
Demonstrate physical stamina and agility required to be mobile for long periods throughout the day.
Stand for long periods of time and be able to run and actively engage physically with children.
Move from sitting (chair and floor) to standing position easily and quickly.
React with physical and mental alertness in emergency situations.
Use hands for grasping equipment and play material.
Supervise children by sight and sound.
Clearly and effectively communicate in a manner that children understand.
Plan and implement activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of the children in the program.
Consistently demonstrate and reinforce the values of caring, respect, honesty, and responsibility.
Know the difference between appropriate and inappropriate behaviors. Prevent, circumvent, and deal with problem behaviors appropriately and effectively.
Must be able to rotate head side to side to scan the environment.
Ability to demonstrate, motivate and communicate with children and adults.
Ability to speak clearly and articulately with a loud tone of voice.
Mental alertness; sustain concentration for long periods of time.
Mental abilities: Attention to detail; manage multiple projects, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
React with physical and mental alertness in emergency situations and assist in evacuation of buildings.
Perform other tasks as needed.

Qualifications:

College degree preferred.
Experience in camping, teaching and/or a related field.
Supervisory experience highly preferred.
Desire to work and interact with children.
Ability to communicate effectively and lead and direct other staff.
Possessing specialty skills and the ability to teach skills to campers.
Ability to plan and implement daily lesson plans and special programs.
Team Player
Demonstrate passion and enthusiasm for creating a warm, inviting, and inclusive environment for children and staff.

Compensation:

JCC Apachi Day Camps offer a great stipend, bonus opportunities and a fun work environment This is a stipend position and pay varies based on experience.

JCC Chicago provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual preference, gender identity or expression, marital status, apparent or nonapparent disability, veteran's status, or unfavorable discharge from military service in accordance with state and federal laws._

Job Types:
Full-time, Temporary

Schedule: