What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Camp Jewish Life Specialist position at Springfield JCC?
Job Description
Job Description
Open from 9 : 00 am to 4 : 00 pm, Monday through Friday, with pre and post-camp care options, the Springfield Jewish Community Center (JCC) Day Camp offers premium summer programs infused with Jewish learning and values from Kindergarten through high school. Located on the Longmeadow / Springfield, MA line, the Springfield JCC Day Camp is easily accessible for CT and MA residents. Our secure camp is located on 20 acres of beautiful grounds with basketball courts, a playground, athletic fields, private woods, a high and low ropes course, a zip line, a picnic grove, a pavilion, and more. Additionally, its air-conditioned indoor facility boasts a fitness center, an auditorium with a performance stage, an arts and crafts studio, classrooms, flexible play spaces, and best of all : an indoor 6 lane, 25-yard swimming pool!
With the encouragement and guidance of our highly-skilled staff, campers of all abilities and faiths participate in programs and activities designed to foster safe fun, growth, creativity, Jewish values / traditions, and lasting friendships. Instruction from our arts and crafts, archery / nature, ropes course, Judaic, and sports specialists will help campers discover their hidden talents. Whether making new friends or developing new skills, Springfield JCC Day "Camp-ers" will experience their best summer ever!
Camp Staff Orientation is : June 17th 4-8pm, June 18th 4-8pm & June 20th 3-5 : 30pm
Camp Runs June 23rd through August 15th
Jewish Life Specialist
- Plan and execute a diverse, engaging, accessible, and inclusive Jewish Life curriculum (including Israel Day) that can be modified for children from Kindergarten through high school.
- Work with other camp staff to help enhance the wider offerings of camp
- Ensure the day-to-day safety and happiness of campers while at camp
- Actively participate in activities for campers
- Plan and implement fun and engaging activities for campers while at camp
- Build on the foundation of Jewish values held by the JCC
- Fully participate in staff training and weekly meetings.
- Participate in activities with the children in the program throughout the day. This includes eating lunch, participating in singing, and being part of arrival and dismissal procedures.
- Lead an age-appropriate Shabbat service every Friday during the camp season
Requirements :
Salary : $17 - $22
