Day Camp Teacher

The Salvation Army Mission Statement:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Job Objective:

As Day Camp Teacher, you will provide for the effective and efficient day-to-day operation of the Summer Day Camp Program, ensuring that the Mission of The Salvation Army is effectively carried out.

What You Will Do:

• Lead grades K-8 in both small and large group settings including, but not limited to, Bible, Arts and Crafts, Music and Drama, Computers, Recreation, large group games, outdoor sports, indoor activities, etc.
• Develop and implement programming for all afternoon activities, including planning, set-up, and clean-up of all activities.
• Provide a safe, clean and loving environment for all youth.
• Properly report all incidents and activities (major or minor), involving students, staff, and parents to Christian Education Director. The Christian Education Director is responsible for communicating with parents.
• Provide support and respect to other teachers and counselors.
• Be a part of the support team for other teachers when not teaching or preparing your activities.
• Play with the youth, doing what they enjoy.
• Closely monitor the youth during all activities, especially those in high-risk areas such as the gymnasium, restrooms, and any time we leave our facility.
• Show respect to all youth, staff members, and parents.
• Always follow proper procedures for discipline and ask for assistance when needed.
• Be available for other duties as assigned by the Christian Education Director.

Minimum Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, skills, and/or abilities required for this position.

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Background Checks: This position will require a background check to be completed and all background check results will be reviewed.

Experience: Work experience with children preferred.

Certifications: Must complete Safe From Harm training within the first 90 days of employment. Must also complete First Aid and CPR. Training will be provided upon hire.

Skills/Abilities: .

• Must be able to work as a member of a team.
• Must work well with children.
• Able to speak, write and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with leadership, field personnel, and clientele

Supervisory Responsibility: No supervisory responsibilities

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Requirements Include:

• Good speaking, hearing and vision ability, and excellent manual dexterity
• Lifting, pulling and pushing of materials up to 25 pounds
• May require bending, squatting, walking
• May require standing for extended periods

Travel: No overnight travel required.

Working Conditions: Work is performed in a typical day camp setting.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

Indiana Division

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