Day Camp Leader

Lead and supervise children in the Summer Day Camp Program. Duties include providing direction, guidance and assistance to students; effectively handling student discipline situations; ensuring student safety and security; communicating with parents, staff, teachers and program manager; opening, closing and securing  building; preparing snacks; cleaning program areas; recording attendance; assisting sick or injured children; assisting with supervision of staff; and creating new activities in the areas of crafts, sports, games, special events, and field trips for 5 to 12 year olds.

Must be at least 18 years of age to apply for this position.The following duties are illustrative only and are not intended to be all inclusive:

• Supervise, guide and assist students during crafts, art projects, games and other activities to provide developmental stimulation and meet the children's needs.
• Monitor student behavior during activities, effectively handle student discipline situations and encourage and support positive behavior.
• Observe the children and always monitor the security of the building to ensure the children's health and safety.  Provide general First Aid and distribute medication to children as directed.
• Comply with state licensing requirements under the direction of the program coordinator.
• Create interesting and educational lesson plans and implement the activities while engaging in participation with the children.
• Communicate with parents, staff and teachers, regarding children and/or program issues.
• Record attendance and contact parents regarding absent students.  Check identification of those picking up children.
• Prepare and keep inventory of snacks and clean the areas after use.
• Open and close program/building rooms and secures rooms/building at the end of the program by locking doors and turning off lights.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE:  Working knowledge of first aid techniques.  Basic knowledge of the principles and practices of instructional and recreational program/curriculum development.  Basic knowledge of group and individual recreation activities and of their rules and conducts.  Working knowledge of varied recreational equipment and its usefulness and limitations concerning diversified recreational programs.
SKILL:  Skill in understanding and responding to customer needs.  Skill in the operation of program equipment.  Skill in the operation of copier and fax machine, telephone, mobile or two-way radio, and various sports equipment used in recreation programs.  Skill in administering First Aid and CPR.
ABILITY:  Swim and participate with children in swimming related activities; maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job; manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions; manage multiple priorities; diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations; promote and follow City and Department policies and procedures; communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with all people including those from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds; recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate staff.
TRAINING:  Must complete current state required annual continuing education (presently 15 hours minimum) related to one or more of the following: child growth and development, health and safe environment, developmentally appropriate practices, guidance, family relationships, cultural and individual diversity and professionalism.
EXPERIENCE:  Each program leader must be at least 18 years of age, demonstrate ability to work with children, and must meet the following qualifications:

• Complete the Department-approved course in injury prevention.
• Complete the Department-approved course in playground safety for School-Aged Child
• Care Centers. This requirement does not apply to day camps that do not regularly use a playground.; and 
• Must have at least three (3) months (460 hours) of full-time or equivalent part-time satisfactory and verifiable experience with school-age children.

• Driving Positions - Must be 21 years of age with a valid Colorado driver's license and a good driving record.  
• Criminal background check required for hire and reference checks will be conducted.
• CPR/AED, First Aid and Universal Precautions certifications required within 30 days of hire.
• Must have at least three (3) months (460 hours) of full-time or equivalent part-time satisfactory and verifiable experience with school-age children.

Salary : $17 - $21