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    Camp Instructor-summer - New York, United States - Ethical Culture Fieldston School

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    Who we are

    Ethical Culture Fieldston School is a progressive PreK-12 independent school that has been serving students from throughout New York City and the surrounding suburbs since 1878. ECFS offers a rich curriculum in the arts, sciences, and humanities. A co-ed, nonsectarian school, it serves a diverse community of about 1,700 students on two campuses - one in the Riverdale section of the Bronx and the other in Manhattan.

    What is essential about working at our school

    The Ethical Culture Fieldston School has a long history of equity and inclusion deeply rooted in our mission and the educational philosophy of our founder, Felix Adler. We embrace diversity of ancestry, family, identity, culture, and beliefs and seek a student body and faculty that reflect the pluralism and socio-economic diversity of metropolitan New York. We affirm both our differences and commonalities, and strive to balance individuality and community. In keeping with our progressive tradition, we are dedicated to increasing our students' cultural literacy to help them understand multiple perspectives, and see the world beyond the self.

    We expect members of our community to engage in open dialogue about living and learning in a diverse environment inside and outside the classroom. We see this work, with its creative tensions, as a catalyst for individual and collective growth. On a daily basis, we are committed to making this vision of a democratic, pluralistic, and progressive school a reality.

    FIeldston Future Leaders Camp
    The Fieldston Summer Camps have created valuable summer experiences for both campers and instructors We are a six-week summer day camp for rising PreK through 8th-grade children. Both morning and afternoon sessions specifically cater to each camper's interests. Fieldston Future Leaders Camp is a nurturing and safe environment filled with a fun and exciting way of learning. We strongly emphasize science, technology, engineering, math, and design-based programming that is experiential and project-based. All of our programs cater to leadership development, confidence building, and creativity because we recognize that each child has the potential to make an impact on the world.

    Position Summary
    Our instructors are responsible for creating a safe and positive environment for campers to learn and develop lifelong skills. The instructor will design curriculum, plan and implement instruction that contributes to the mission and goals of the program. Our instructors will establish a warm and nurturing relationship with each child by creating an environment that stimulates curiosity. They are responsible for planning, teaching and overseeing curriculum, as well as supporting and coaching the assistant instructors. In addition, maintaining the physical and emotional safety of every camper. Our instructors are responsible for general camp supervision as well as evaluating assistant instructors and campers.

    This is an onsite role beginning June 17,2024- August 4, 2024. The hiring range for this position is $23.00-$25.00 per hour. When determining the rate, ECFS considers factors including, but not limited to: the scope and responsibilities of the position, internal peer equity, key skills required for the role, the candidate's work experience, education and training, as well as market and organizational considerations.

    Responsibilities

    Specific responsibilities of the Fieldston Future Leaders Instructor(s) will include:

    • Designing and managing curriculum;
    • Supporting youth development through camp activities;
    • Effectively developing a positive rapport with participants;
    • Maintaining safety and confidentiality;
    • Supervising counselors and assistants during program hours;
    • Ensuring camper safety and the development of positive relationships;
    • Motivating campers through effective communication;
    • Knowing and adhering to site-specific safety standards
    • Maintaining a clean and safe work environment, and notify the supervisor of any hazardous issues;
    • Participating in professional development, including pre-camp training;
    • Attending staff meetings as assigned;
    • Supporting and mentoring assistant instructors and counselors;
    • Performing other projects, initiatives, and other duties as needed and assigned.

    Qualifications

    The successful incumbent will possess the following:

    • A Bachelor's Degree;
    • Experience teaching elementary and middle school-age children;
    • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills;
    • Experience in curriculum design;
    • Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills;
    • Ability to inspire and motivate;
    • CPR/First Aid Certifications or the ability to obtain one;
    • Flexible team player, with the ability, and willingness to work with adolescents, staff, and families;
    • Ability to be a mentor and a resource to campers, staff, families and embrace/foster cultural inclusiveness;
    • Inspire through creativity;
    • Must be organized, detail-oriented, and have the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively;
    • Must be a highly motivated individual committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion;
    • Possess the ability to be innovative and collaborate with others;
    • The ability and willingness to listen effectively and be open to feedback;
    • Respect and appreciation for diversity in all of its forms.


    To Apply:
    All candidates should visit our employment page at to apply. Please submit a resume along with an email and phone contact information of three professional references.

    EEO
    ECFS is an equal opportunity employer. Our goal is to be a diverse community of professionals that broadly reflects the people of the metropolitan New York City area, our students, and families. We aim to align our hiring process with our mission and institutional goals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion or religious practices, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, ability status, military status, unemployment status or any other category protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws. ECFS takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance all qualified candidates.



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