Head Preschool Teacher Summer Camp

\*\* *We are a Day Camp.
We DO NOT provide housing/accommodations.
This is a seasonal position for the Summer only (at this time).
*There will be minimal pre-camp work requests- dates/times to be agreed upon.
Must be available to work 2 weekends for staff trainings and camp set-up.
*Have a passion for coaching early education teachers? Familiar with Montessori, Waldorf or Emilia education styles? We have a number of positions specifically working with our Young Folks campers (Pre-Kinder & Kindergarten age) & Young folk Guides.
* *To Apply, please complete the Application: *https://docs.
google.
com/forms/d/1JlrX-dSk3n2bAok-ivF7E2DG4xxwUH-agCeRiIaHfZo/edit The *Young Folks Coordinator (YFC) *is *responsible for overseeing the quality, flow, and safety of the Young Folks* program for Pre-Kinder, TK, and Kindergarten campers (ages 4+).
The Young Folks program operates in conjunction with the main camp, with an alternate, age-appropriate schedule.
It is designed to be c*hild-centered, project-based, and inspired by Reggio and Montessori educational paradigms*.
The *YFC oversees the Young Folks’ staff, curriculum, and schedule.
*They ensure all activities are set-up and implemented in a manner that aligns with the mission.
They are experts at this unique age range and the developmental milestones associated.
*A Young Folks Coordinator must be:* * Expert in early childhood development * Coaching/Mentoring skills * Knowledgeable of Reggio and/or Montessori methods * Time-Management * Proactive Communicator * Able to Zoom-Out to oversee the big picture of the flow * Skills at conflict resolution with littles * A team player * at least 23 years of age All of our Leadership Team roles have specific tasks and responsibilities, but there are a few common *TLC traits we are looking for across the board*: * coaching leadership skills * mindful communication skills * respectful behavioral management * intentional time management * guru of patience * flexibility champ * commitment to joy + silliness * leads with their heart *Main Responsibilities* * Oversees the general flow, safety, and quality of the Young Folks program through formal and informal observations * Supervise the Young Folks team, ensuring Young Folks Leaders and Guides are clear on expectations and working to their highest potential * Coach Guides in scaling up projects and activities (never “dumbing down” or oversimplifying), knowing what’s do-able and safe * Manage the big picture of the session schedule, including tasks and activities both by week and day, and ensure all aspects are followed * Gather, Prepare, and Maintain all supplies needed for activities- creating CA Prep Sheets as needed to have supplies made Young-Folks ready * Liaison between the Young Folks program and main camp during TLC meetings and check-ins with the Camp Director/Site Director * Communicate with Young Folks families in a positive, proactive, professional manner at all times.
Keep Site Director apprised of important updates * Complete Young Folks Incident Reports and discuss with the Site Director at end of each day (time-sensitive incidents must be submitted at time of event) * Complete Young Folks “Clipboard Updates” and submit to Site Director * Ensure Wildfolk Quality Assessment is being met and remedy if not \*this is not inclusive of all responsibilities.
There are a number of other specific tasks that will be outlined in more detail during training.
*YFC regular hours* are 7:50am-3:20pm (Mondays: 7:20am) ​ Select Staff After-Camp Meetings: 7:30am- 4:00pm *$22/hour* *Essential Details:* * Seasonal position * TLC Training ( May 4th ) * WeHo Campus: June 17-July 26 (July 1-5 OFF) * Valley: June 17- Aug 9 (may have July 1-5 OFF ) * Optional Bonus Weeks: June 10-14 + August 12-16 * New Staff Orientation: May 29th (evening) * WeHo Staff Training & Set-Up : June 1, June 8, + June 15 * OR * Valley Staff Training & Set-Up: June 1, June 2, + June 13/14 * Minimal additional times for camp set-up + clean-up * Optional additional hours for Extended Care * Options to work future Spring/Winter camps *Camp Wildfolk Mission* Guide and uplift a community of authentic, empowered 21st Century Leaders -inspiring their imagination, cultivating resilience through the development of a growth mindset, and nurturing their WILD spirit & WILD hearts.
*To Apply, please complete the Application: *https://docs.
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com/forms/d/1JlrX-dSk3n2bAok-ivF7E2DG4xxwUH-agCeRiIaHfZo/edit *To read more about positions, visit our website: www.
campwildfolk.
com/jobs* Job Types: Full-time, Temporary Pay: From $22.
00 per hour Schedule: * Day shift * Monday to Friday Education: * High school or equivalent (Required) Experience: * Leadership: 1 year (Required) * Early childhood education: 2 years (Required) Ability to Commute: * Valley Village, CA 91607 (Required) Work Location: In person