What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Fun Days Assistant Camp Director position at Town of Monroe - CT?
Job Title:
Summer Fun Days Assistant Camp Director
Reports To:
Recreation Program Supervisor and SFD Camp Director
Department:
Parks & Recreation
Union Affiliation:
N/A
FLSA Classification:
Non Exempt (Seasonal)
DESCRIPTION
I. Job Summary
Assist with the development and coordination of the Monroe Summer Fun Days Camp for
children ranging from pre-school through 8
th grade
II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist in the planning and development of the weekly group schedule and manage age
appropriate group activities within that schedule with Camp Director.
- Assist with weekly newsletter/schedule of events to parents; answer phone and email
messages in a timely manner.
- Assist with all sign in/sign out forms for the program.
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- Assist and inform parents about matters regarding their child and the program; always
maintain positive relationships with parents.
- Submit trip receipts, first aid reports, and any other program related materials in a timely
fashion.
- Supervise lunch time with campers.
- Assist activity specialists during program rotation.
- Participate with campers and other staff in whole group and small group camp activities
designated by Director.
- Abide by all camp rules and codes of conduct.
- Work with counselors and activity specialists to plan age appropriate activities for non planned time (games, sports, special events, etc.).
- Attend all staff meetings and assist in cleanup at end of the day, after lunch, and the last
day of camp.
- Ensure that all participants are supervised and safe on field trips and at aquatic areas.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Camp Director/Recreation Program Supervisor.
- Oversee the Counselor In Training Program (CIT) and communicates camp needs to
them.
III. Minimum Qualifications
A. Education: Associate/Bachelor Degree or equivalent in Education or Recreation.
Current Red Cross Standard First Aid, CPR and medical administration certification by
start of Camp.
B. Experience: Minimum 18 years of age, preferably 21 years or older. Two or more
year’s prior experience working with pre-school through middle school age children.
C. Skills and Abilities: Proficient in computer skills. Dedication to putting the well-being of
children first. A good role model of high integrity committed to the Monroe Summer Fun
Days Camp Program. Ability to work as a team member, be flexible, and learn from
feedback. Ability to work the entire summer camp season with minimal time off.
D.
IV. Physical Requirements
Ability to interact with children during activities including stand, walk, sit, climb or balance,
stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. May be required occasionally to lift up to 25 pounds.
V. Work Environment
Outdoor summer camp setting including schools, parks, pool/lake areas and field trips
Job Type: Seasonal
Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 35 per week
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $24