Summer Camp Lead Teachers

Summary

SUMMER is almost upon us and we are looking to hire a few more staff members for our Camp Lotta-Fun program. This is a great opportunity for college students in the field of education. Gain valuable classroom experience with lesson planning, collaborating with co-teachers, working with children and learning classroom management skills. Full time and part-time positions. Please go to the Wee Know School website for an application and additional information regarding our summer program.

Duties

• Interact with children on a one on one and group basis
• Set-up and maintain a clean, welcoming and inviting classroom
• Plan developmentally appropriate activities
• Develop weekly lesson plans that include art, science, math, literacy, music and movement, and outdoor activities
• Work as a teaching team with assistant teacher and float teachers, directing as needed
• Engage children in small and large group activities and encourage independent skills
• Provide comfort, encouragement and support to all children
• Post daily adventures on our Playground App for parents
• Attend field trips to various activities
• Communicate effectively and professionally with guardians and co-workers

Requirements

• Depending on position: Associates Degree, college coursework in the field of education
• At least 18 years of age
• A strong understanding of child development
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills
• Class management skills
• Experience in writing lesson plans (depending on position)
• Ability to implement school resources to benefit children's development
• Ability to be flexible and able to adjust program plan to best benefit children
• Ability to communicate with other staff, parents, and children in a positive manner
• Ability to relate to children with joy, compassion, sensitivity and encouragement
• Evidence of emotional maturity and stability
• Evidence of good judgement
• Physical stamina to perform duties
• Must clear full background check & fingerprinting required by the State of WI

Nice To Haves

• CPR training
• Experience with different age groups of children
• Previous experience working in a team teaching setting
• Enjoys being creative and thinks outside the box
• Brings a favorite skill or hobby that can benefit others
• Has a positive attitude
• Ready to be active with the campers and have fun!

Benefits

Summer only -

• Full time employees (32+ hrs/wk) receive holiday pay
• Direct Deposit payroll every two weeks
• Part-time and full time work options
• No nights or weekends - Open Monday-Friday 6:30am - 5:30pm