Summer Camp Teacher - 11-145- SC-Tustin Ranch Henley

Mission Statement The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. The Salvation Army, a California Corporation, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Position Summary Summer Camp Teachers assist in the planning, coordination and implementation of assigned recreation activities and program supervision, working directly with clients and other staff. They may also assume program specific leadership positions as assigned by the Program and Center Directors.

Essential Functions Specific Duties:

Be on duty as assigned, always maintaining focus on the children. Practice "Active Visual Supervision" when on duty. Ensure that each child is released only to persons who are "authorized escorts Always maintain a healthy & safe environment both inside & outside. For break or lunch, ensure a qualified teacher is in place before leaving the classroom or playground to maintain legal ratio. Work cooperatively with other staff to build a strong working team. Be available to parents as needed & reasonable. Maintain confidentiality of family, staff & proprietary information Communicate all supply & educational needs to the Director in a timely manner Maintain a clean, organized, creative, inviting, age-appropriate classroom environment including centers in multiple educational subjects.

Pleasantly greet children & families upon daily arrival or departure, while maintaining active supervision of children. Develop & maintain warm, yet professionally appropriate, relationships with client/student families. Administer appropriate First Aid as needed, using universal & standard precautions Attend mandatory staff meetings & school special events Follow guidelines set in Staff Procedures Handbook, & policies of CA Title 22, & The Salvation Army Policy for Working with Minors Working Conditions Must be able to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Must be able to grasp, push and pull objects such as general office and small recreational equipment. Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs

PAY RATE

$17.00-$20.00/hr. Minimum Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent required, BA/BS in related field preferred Minimum 12 ECE units preferred or comparable college unit Must complete/sign a Criminal Record Statement (LIC 508), with certification for Protect the Mission policies and procedures. Skills, Knowledge & Abilities Driving Test and clean MVR check (if applicable). Bilingual/Bi-literate English/Spanish or Korean preferred. Must have ability to work with, direct, and relate well with co-workers, community members, and guests/clients. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs. CPR/First Aid/Health and Safety Training qualified. Able to function in a fast-paced, frequently changing environment Must possess good relationship skills. Ability to work flexible hours. High School or Equivalent or better. Driver's License Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.