Summer Camp Teacher

Summer Camp Teacher Youth Services - Asheville, NC 28804 Apply Overview Salary Range $18.99 - $23.73 Hourly Level Entry Position Type Part-time Hourly Job Shift Hours Vary Category Child Care Apply Description

ABOUT US

The nonprofit YMCA of Western North Carolina strengthens local communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Founded in 1889, we engage more than 100,000 people - regardless of age, income, or background - to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the region's health and well-being, and provide opportunities to give back and support the community. We do this through seven YMCAs, dozens of program sites, and YMCA Camp Watia. As the state's largest provider of licensed school-age childcare, we give more than 1,000 children a day the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. We are made up of people of all ages, from all backgrounds, working side by side to ensure that everyone can reach their full potential with dignity. Our core values are caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility, and they guide everything we do. We are committed to being an organization that exposes and addresses social constraints that limit and/or negatively affect all humans from all walks of life. We recruit staff who are passionate about giving back to the community, helping people, and upholding our core values. For more information, please visit ymcawnc.org .

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Summer Camp Teacher, you will be responsible for daily supervising 10 to 19 program participants within grades K-8. The responsibilities include assisting in the planning, developing, and implementing activities in the summer camp program. You will guide the academic and social development of children by ensuring a safe, enriching, and healthy learning environment using a variety of resources provided by the Program Coordinator to introduce new skills throughout the execution of activities. To accomplish this, staff are required to participate in regular professional development and planning sessions. You must have the competencies, skills, and proven leadership ability to successfully carry out the YMCA mission, goals, and visions for serving the community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Ensures the safety and engagement of all children in their assigned group. Follows program lesson plans and implementation plans in a developmentally appropriate manner, meeting all participants' individual physical, social, emotional, and intellectual needs. Serves as a positive role model, demonstrates professional behavior, and understands positive youth development approaches to youth's academic and social development. Facilitates a programming environment that invites exploration, promotes positive play, and welcomes children. Maintains ongoing communication with supervisor. Maintains accurate classroom records as assigned and in accordance with program requirements. Communicates appropriately with parents and attends designated parent/family events. Adheres to all required policies of the YMCA of Western North Carolina, the state, and federal regulations.

ABOUT YOU

Qualifications Must be at least 21 years of age or older. Must possess an Elementary Education Teaching certificate or Early Childhood Education Certification. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Exceptional group management, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills. Must possess oral, auditory, and written communication skills appropriate for interacting with children and adults. Must be capable of implementing an after-school site's daily administrative, program-related, and supervisory responsibilities. Flexibility with the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.

PHYSICAL ASPECTS OF THE JOB

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to routinely perform the following moderate physical activities: climb, bend, stoop, kneel, twist, reach with hands, sit, walk, and stand for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Must possess finger dexterity, be able to grasp, and perform repetitive motion. Must be able to talk, hear, and have visual acuity.

PART-TIME BENEFITS

Free individual membership to all YMCA of WNC locations Discounted membership for household members Discounted program fees (swim lessons, youth sports, summer camp and more) Start a 403(b) smart savings account on day one of employment (optional) and begin eligibility for YMCA retirement plan Professional development opportunities through local and Y-USA trainings The YMCA of Western North Carolina is committed to equal opportunity in terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, faith, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies. Share job details to About YMCA of Western North Carolina Mobile Food Markets The Y brings fresh, healthy food to hundreds of families monthly at dozens of locations in a five-county area. Our mobile food markets are set up like a free farmers market at libraries, churches, doctors' offices, and other community hubs. We ask no questions and place no limits on the amount of food each person chooses. Join our Y staff team and be a part of meaningful improvement in our community.