K-5th STEAM Camp Group Lead

The Shalem Early Childhood Learning Community is an innovative play-based Jewish preschool in Manhattan Beach, CA. The school devotes its curriculum, environment, and talented staff to developing our children’s minds, bodies, and souls. We seek an outstanding, passionate K – 5th grade STEAM Camp Leader for the summer who will invest energy in broadening our student’s whole growth, inspiring them to immerse in their learning. We are looking for a self-motivated and driven Camp Lead to join a team of colleagues committed to the belief that students need teachers who are invested in creating a dynamic environment. We seek somebody to develop and implement a play-based STEAM experience for a small mixed-age camp group. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals with a passion for working with children and a desire to impact their lives positively.

Duties include:

• The Camp Director oversees the daily operations of STEAM camp, creating a high-energy, organized, engaging experience for campers.
• Lead and manage up to 25 campers.
• Oversee and guide camp counselor as they help to lead the daily activities
• Lead Field Trips
• Plan Curriculum
• Organize and participate in daily planning, execution, and clean-up of all-camp activities.
• If needed, assist in the Extended Care program.
• Maintain safe environments for all campers.

Requirements

• A college degree is preferred but not required
• Demonstrated leadership experience
• Administrative experience
• Experience working in a school or camp setting
• Genuine love for and interest in working with children
• Ability to maintain an excellent work ethic, a high energy level, and exceptional daily enthusiasm
• Flexibility to meet changing needs and demands while balancing multiple tasks efficiently
• Desire to work collaboratively on a team, with an openness to feedback and a desire to grow professionally
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail
• Great communication skills, both written and verbal
• Must be at least 18 years of age by May 26, 2023

• Valid CPR/First Aid certification OR ability to become certified prior to the start of camp.
• Valid Mandatory Report Certification OR ability to complete certification before the start of camp.

The teacher plays a vital role in the growth of every child in the classroom. It is essential for teachers to:

• Designate a time and space for creative and imaginative play.
• Provide open-ended, appropriate play experiences for kids.
• Structure activities to facilitate children’s social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development.
• Teach most subjects with activities that incorporate play.

Benefits

Job Type: Full-time for the summer

Salary: $9000

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:

All employees must be fully vaccinated. 

Education:

• Education Credits Preferred.

Experience:

• Camp or Teaching Experience Preferred

Work Location: In person