Come join us for the summer at our seasonal Camp Tracy program!

POSITION SUMMARY: 

 Assist in guiding and helping the campers adjust and grow within the Camp Tracy program guidelines.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for a group of children, helping each child adjust and grow with other children within the program guidelines. 
• Plan and implement daily curriculum for children to follow. 
• Assist with all camp activities and other activities as assigned. 
• Follow all program procedures and guidelines in conjunction with the YMCA Day Camp at Camp Tracy standard operating procedures 
• Demonstrate willingness to participate in all areas of Camp Tracy programming. 
• Comply with and participate fully in the instruction of swimming, arts and crafts, games, various camp activities, and education programs. 
• Ability to communicate and work with all groups participating (age and skill level) and provide necessary instruction to children. 
• Ability to observe camper behavior and assess its appropriateness, enforce relevant safety regulations or emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.  

WORK SCEHDULE:

Seasonal / Monday- Friday: 7:30 am -4:15 pm

 KNOWLEDGE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• 17-years-old or older
• A clean driver’s license is preferred

 SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

• Communication skills  
• Skills that are necessary to work with groups of children made up of different ages and skill levels 
• Emotional and mental maturity 
• Skills or training in problem solving
• Team player 
• Display role model behavior. 
• Organizational skills 
• Attention to details 
• Maintain confidentiality 
• Ability to meet deadlines 
• Ability to work independently 
• Critical thinking 
• Flexibility 

EXPERIENCE:

• Two prior working experiences with children