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Temp-Camp Nova Specialist Counselor

Apply Now Job Number: 505222
Work Type: Temporary
Location: Fort Lauderdale-Davie, Florida
Department: Usch Camp Adm
Categories: Teaching - JK - 12

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Job Title: Temp-Camp Nova Specialist Counselor
Location: Fort Lauderdale-Davie, Florida
Work Type: Temporary
Job Category: Non-Exempt
Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience.
Pay Basis:

Hourly

Subject to Grant Funding?: No  
Essential Job Functions: 1. Ability to supervise a group of 20 -25 school age children.
2. Ability to supervise and train junior counselors and volunteer junior counselors. Help ensure positive staff morale by monitoring, guiding, and leading by example; and sustaining a positive attitude.
3. Ability to design age-appropriate curriculum for campers, ranging in ages from 5-13.
4. Desire and ability to work with children both indoors and outdoors. Willingness to lead and participate in all camp activities with designated campers.
5. Ability to design daily activities (lesson plans) with an end product in mind for designated periods throughout the camp season for activities such as: Archery, Arts and Crafts, Cheerleading, Coding, Cooking, Dance, Digital Photography, Innovation, Marine Science, Sports, Tennis, Video Game Design.
6. Design and organize rainy day camp curriculum.
7. Oversee all activities with enthusiasm and demonstrate patience with campers and other staff.
8. Inform Director of any camper and/or staff problems or concerns.
9. Be knowledgeable about camper's health conditions and dietary restrictions.
10. Ability to assist campers who may need extra time acclimating to camp.
11. Ensure that all campers are actively participating in full camp experience.
12. Enforce camp safety rules and regulations.
13. Assist campers in carpool, both before and after camp.
14. Follow appropriate safety guidelines for all camp activities.
Marginal Job Functions:  
Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 1. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
2. Ability to work effectively with colleagues and and supervisory staff at all levels.
3. Ability to provide leadership in developing and maintaining camp services.
Job Requirements: Must be available to work all dates:
May 20-August 2, 2024
Required Certifications/Licensures:  
Required Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Major (if required):  
Required Experience: 1. Two years’ experience teaching in a camp, program and/or school setting.
2. Training or experience in Sports, Arts and Crafts, Cheerleading, Coding, Cooking, Dance, Digital Photography, Innovation, Marine Science, Archery, or Tennis.
Preferred Qualifications: 1. Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related field.
2. Current CPR and First Aid Certifications
Is this a safety sensitive position? No  
Background Screening Required? Yes  
Pre-Employment Conditions:

 

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