Mini Explorers Camp Counselor - Feith Family YMCA

We are looking for a seasonal full-time 40 hour/week Camp Counselor to work with our Mini Explorers Program!!

Mini Explorers provides a smaller setting for our youngest campers. Program participants are 4-5 years old! Our staff creates a positive and caring learning environment where children can make new friends, achieve new successes, and have their first camp experience. The program includes many camp traditions, such as camp circle, theme days, and more.

Monday through Friday, no weekends! 

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Child Care Director, the Teacher is responsible for supervising, planning, and implementing the daily activities for the Mini Explorers Summer Day Camp Child Care Program (Ages 4-5) at the Kettle Moraine YMCA.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Follows the DCF Wisconsin Licensing Rules for Group Child Care Centers and the Kettle Moraine YMCA Child Care Policies.
2. Implements age appropriate curriculum by developing lesson plans and activities that contribute to the growth and self esteem of the children.
3. Supervises, mentors and coaches assistants and volunteers. 
4. Participates in conducting staff meetings, parent/teacher conferences, continuing education, center and community events.
5. Maintains all required paperwork as designated by supervisor.
6. Maintains a safe and orderly environment, including housekeeping duties.
7. Interacts with children at their cognitive level and provides an enriching experience for participants.
8. Problem solves issues, concerns, incidents and reports to supervisor with possible solutions.
9. Greets and communicates with parents, keeps all interactions positive and is sensitive to the feelings of children and parents.
10. Builds and maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants, volunteers, other staff, and the communities we serve.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES (Leader):  

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work, and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Minimum age of 18 years old.
2. High School Diploma or Equivalent
3. 2 years’ experience in Child Care preferred.
4. Educational qualifications in compliance with DCF Wisconsin Licensing Rules for Group Child Care Centers.
5. Current CPR/AED certification preferred; required within 30 days of hire.
6. Must complete and pass fingerprint check.
7. Must complete a Health Physical within 30 days of hire.
8. Ability to appropriately interact with children at their cognitive level.

CERTIFICATIONS:

1. Bloodborne Pathogens/Child Abuse Prevention every year

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. Ability to lift 40 lbs.
2. Ability to participate in all required physical activities with the children.