Company Description

www.discoveryschoolpgh.com

The Discovery School is a Reggio Emilia inspired early childhood program that serves children ages 2 years, 7 months to 6 years old. We offer preschool, pre-k, and kindergarten classes. We also offer a summer program for children aged 6 to 11 on our campus called The Discovery School Day Camp. Our approach to learning values children's innate sense of wonder, and allows them to construct meaning of the world around them through play and exploration. Our unique nature campus provides the ideal setting for learning and discovery.

Job Description

Program Support Job Description

Position: Program Support

Reports to: Camp Director

Time Commitment: M-F (20 hrs/week) 6/10/24-8/2/24

Compensation: A weekly stipend of $300 ($15/hr)

PRIMARY PURPOSE: 

• Before care (8:00am - 8:45am)
• Set up daily special (8:45am - 9:30am)
• Preparation and distribution of lunches and snacks (9:30am - 11:45pm) 
• Clean up and preparations for the following day (11:45pm - 12pm)

PROFESSIONALISM: 

• Report to work well rested, on time and maintain consistent attendance. 
• Establishes positive and professional relationships with colleagues.
• Show initiative in problem solving and be open to new ideas. 
• Ability to follow directions and work under pressure 
• Communicate necessary absences with as much advance notice as possible. 

HEALTH AND SAFETY

• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen
• Report any kitchen accidents to the director in a timely manner. 
• Understand and follow the Discovery School Health and Safety Guidelines
• Familiarize yourself with weekly camper allergy information and lunch choices
• Maintain a safe kitchen environment at all times

OPERATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Before Care: monitoring the safety and engaging in play with campers in the gym

• Set up Daily Special: This involves a variety of responsibilities depending on the day, for example hiding treasure hunt clues, putting up soccer goals or setting up an ice cream sundae bar. .

• Preparation and distribution of lunches and snacks:

• Set up an organized food prep station/assembly line
• Receive food deliveries (ex. pizza)
• Daily washing and chopping of vegetables and fruits
• Assemble up to 88 lunches for distribution by 11:30am
• Assuring counselors have daily snacks for campers

• Clean up and preparations for the following day:

• Sweeping
• Sanitizing work surfaces
• Restocking and tidying up the breakfast table
• Checking perishable food inventory 

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Experience in kitchen operations preferred
• Good physical condition and endurance
• Obtain all necessary clearances (linked below)

Links to necessary Clearances: 

• PA Criminal Background Check *
• PA Child Abuse Check *
• FBI Criminal Background Check *
• NSOR
• Act 31 Online Training 

* Clearances and Act 31 training must be valid through August 2, 2024

Additional Information

The Discovery School is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by state or local law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity. 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.