Program Lead - Camp HopTonka

Assists in all aspects of our brand new camp, Camp HopTonka, including planning, preparation, and actively leading specific activities.
Camp HopTonka is a weekly themed camp designed to engage children (Ages 7-12) in a variety of fun, active, and educational activities. Each week, campers will explore a unique theme through multiple field trips, outdoor adventures (park visits, canoeing, archery, fishing, etc.), sports, arts & crafts, team-building games and more.  

To provide convenient transportation for all camp activities and field trips, program coordinators will drive participants in a 15-passenger van.  Basic training will be provided for those staff.  Program’s home base will be the Williston Fitness Center classroom.

Program dates are June 9-Aug 14. Camp is Monday-Thursday (Friday is a half day for staff prep) from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 32-35 hours per week. Staff will start mid-May for program lesson planning.

• Start position mid-May to assist with program prep work.
• Willing to ride along in a City owned 15 passenger van to different field trips/outings (driven by coordinators with basic training).
• Assists with camp lesson planning and offering creative ideas tailored to specific themes which includes sports, group games, arts & crafts, outdoor/nature (i.e. fishing, canoeing, etc.), several field trips, outside vendor partnerships, and more
• Participate in content specific trainings prior to camp start to understand how to lead them for the camp.
• Effectively lead and participate in all planned program activities.
• Assist where needed in camp daily operations including correspondence with parents, participant registration and supply inventory.
• Maintain proper communication with other program staff and Program Manager.
• Ensure safety precautions are taken in all activities and enforce all established policies and procedures are followed.
• Provide support as needed for all participants and staff to create an inclusive environment.
• Additional duties as assigned by Program Manager or Program Coordinators.

Minimum Job Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High school degree or equivalent GED completed.
• A commitment to and belief in the organization's shared values.

• Primarily open availability for summer with limited time off.
• One (1) or more years of experience working directly with youth (including planning and leading recreational activities such as physical activity, sports, indoor/outdoor games, team building, arts & crafts, etc.)
• 6 months of experience of direct leadership experience with youth and peers.
• 6 months or more of relevant lesson planning experience.
• Ability to be creative and possess assertive personality to plan, delegate and implement activities.
• Good common sense and problem solving skills, safety conscious, reliable, assertive, and a self-starter all with limited supervision.
• Maintain positive rapport with campers and their parents throughout the summer.

Desired Job Qualifications:

• Supervisory experience
• One year or more of college and relevant coursework (i.e. education, recreation, etc.) or equivalent experience.
• One year of lesson planning experience.
• Experience working specifically in community recreation or education programs.
• Specific outdoor recreation experience (i.e. canoeing, archery, fishing, etc.).
• Understanding of child behavior, experience in recreational activities, and ability to relate with and supervise youth successfully.
• CPR and first aid certification.
• Valid MN Driver’s License

Perks:

• Gain new leadership skills
• Lesson planning experience
• Large variety of job duties, indoors and outdoors
• Work with a variety of ages
• Make a real positive impact on local youth in the community

Salary : $18