Program Leader-Camp /Performing Arts, Creative Arts, Sports, STEM Job at Melwood

• The Program Leader facilitates and leads dynamic camp activities based on their activity focus area.  The Program Leader works cooperatively with the Director, Melwood Recreation Center, Program Director, and Day Camp Manager to run the program aspects of Camp Accomplish.  Each Program Leader will have an activity focus area to include Performing Arts, Creative Arts, Sports and Recreation, Nature, and STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics).

  The Performing Arts Leader will plan and facilitate activities that introduce campers to theatre, dance and song. Activities, including acting performances and improvisational games, should encourage imagination and build confidence.

  The Creative Arts Leader will plan and facilitate activities that encourage campers to express themselves. Drawing, painting, sculpting, jewelry-making, photography and more can be used to cultivate skills and harness inspiration.

  The Sports and Recreation Leader will plan and facilitate activities that teach physical skills while encouraging fun, teamwork and good sportsmanship. Confidence and cooperation are developed through the enjoyment of basketball, frisbee golf, street hockey, gaga and so many other games.

  The Nature Leader will plan and facilitate activities that encourage campers to learn from the natural world around them. Exploring plant life, observing animals, discovering insect habitats and more can be used to develop wonder and curiosity.

  The STEM Leader will plan and facilitate activities that build technical skills and inspire a love of learning. Science experiments, designing, building, math games and more can be used to teach critical thinking, problem solving and communication.

Develop and lead activities for the activity focus area that are creative, dynamic, fun and safe for campers of all ages and abilities.

Facilitates the upkeep of assigned activity area, ensuring that all areas are safe and well maintained.

Develop and write lesson plans with clear goals that are clearly tied to the activity focus area and are intentional in purpose..

Works closely with staff to adapt activities so each participant is able to participate.

Works with the Camp Director and Head Counselor to develop new activities and programs that are inclusive and therapeutic for participants of all abilities.

Assist the Camp Director and Head Counselor and other staff in the coordination and facilitation of evening programs, theme days, and special events.

Lives with assigned cabin group and staff in a respectful manner, participating in building a positive and safe camp living environment.

The candidate for this position must be willing to work with children of all ages and abilities, have good communication skills, be a team player, able to problem solve, and work in a fast paced environment.

This seasonal, summer job takes place during the summer months outdoors, where there is potential exposure to excessive heat and humidity, and other environmental influences such as insects, etc.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Required

Team Player

: Works well as a member of a group

Preferred

Thought Provoking

: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject

Innovative

: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Enthusiastic

: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Leader

: Inspires teammates to follow them

Motivations

Preferred

Self-Starter

: Inspired to perform without outside help

Entrepreneurial Spirit

: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business

Ability to Make an Impact

: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

Preferred

High School or better.

Experience

Required

Willing to assist where needed.

Ability to be a self starter.

Ability to support diverse staff and special needs children.

Ability to multitask and follow directions.

Preferred

Experience with personal care, grooming, dressing bathroom monitoring.

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Driver's License

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)