Sandpoint, ID, 83864, USA
15 days ago
Summer Camp Teacher
Kaniksu Community Health is a non-profit, award winning Community Health Center that provides integrated, team-based healthcare in north Idaho. The Kaniksu Community Health Kid's Club provides affordable on-site childcare to the children of our team members. Our Kid's Club, which is housed in a newly opened, purpose built, state of the art building, provides a fun, safe, nurturing environment where children between the ages of 0-5years are encouraged to learn and develop key skills through play based activities. Our Kid's Club also offers a Summer Camp for school aged children up to 10 years old. At Kaniksu Community Health, we are proud to have built a positive and engaged team with a 'family' spirit. Our team of dedicated Childcare teachers provide a child centric approach to care in accordance with appropriate Idaho state provider: child ratio requirements. We are seeking high energy, enthusiastic and responsible Summer Camp Teacher. This role will play a vital role in creating a safe and enjoyable environment for children attending our summer camp. As a Summer Camp Teacher at the KCH Kid's Club, a typical day may include: + Provide basic needs for children + Supervise and engage with children during daily activities, ensuring their safety and well-being + Lead age-appropriate games and activities including arts and crafts and walking field trips + Prepare for a very structured full day of activities for children ages 5-10 years + Implement behavior management strategies to promote positive interactions among the children + Develop and maintain positive communication and relationships with children and parents + Provide appropriate supervision for children at all times + Maintain inventory system for classroom materials and supplies + First aid: must have a good knowledge of child safety requirements and be up-to-date on first aid protocol. + · Establish and enforce rules of behavior for children Experience Needed to Land this Gig: + High School or equivalent required + 18 years or older + Love working with children of all ages + Experience working with children with special needs would be advantageous, however not essential + Ability to work with children and remain friendly, calm, and patient at all times + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills + Good analytical and problem-solving skills + Ability to set rules and guidelines for children to follow + Solid organizational skills and ability to maintain a tidy and neat classroom + Available for 11 weeks + Have CPR/ First aid training (or be willing to complete the required courses) Please note: This position will require a state and federal background check to be completed and registration with Idaho STARS. Work Schedule: Temporary – June to August 2024 No. of Hours – 40 4x10s - Tuesday to Friday
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