Job Description

The Preschool Program Instructor works side by side with the Camp Director to lead our EDMO® Jr. Program. This includes overseeing all aspects of our PK-K program from instructing on curriculum, to managing program counselors, to making adjustments to the camp day to better suit our Jr. campers. This is a job filled with personal and professional growth, preschool group management practice and a whole lot of FUN!

Main duties include:

• Train on and learn all EDMO® Jr. Curriculum and serve as main instructor for this age group
• Approach education and instruction at camp with constant passion and excitement
• Lead and prep the daily preschool activities and lessons
• Manage all EDMO Jr. specific staff
• Refine curriculum and add personal contributions as seen fit with guidance of Camp Director
• Build positive role model relationships with campers and support staff
• Work closely with the Camp Director and other staff members to create fun camp games, songs, skits an activities - and participate in all
• Interact with parents in a professional and energetic manner
• Help cultivate healthy self-esteem and a natural love for learning
• Instill the EDMO Vibe™ of kindness, respect, honesty and FUN in all campers

Position reports to: Camp Director

Manages: EDMO Jr. Counselors

Qualifications

• Degree/Degree in Progress in education or a related course of study   • Experience working with PK-K children  • Experience with leadership and group facilitation • Experience (and a love for!) working with kids • High sense of responsibility and dependability • Previous camp experience preferred but not required • Experience talking and interacting with parents • Contagious enthusiasm and charisma • Strong team player • Creative, flexible, and excellent multi-tasker • Experience facilitating groups of children and/or working youth programs with proven classroom management is preferred • A large supply of costumes and/or a plethora of skits and songs in your back pocket is a PLUS!

Note: Do not be discouraged if you do not meet all qualifications. We love teaching like-minded humans!

Additional Information

SALARY:

• $16 / Hour  + Overtime at 1.5 x hourly rate

HOURS: 

• 8 hour shifts schedules between 7:30am-6:00pm

• Some overtime may be required

DATES:

• This is a Full-Time Summer Position running 5 - 10 weeks from June - August depending on location. Please visit our website at campedmo.org to see specific dates for each location. 

• Training: Staff training will take place the week prior to the start date of the assigned location as well as mandatory curriculum training TBD.

• Extended weeks and school year work are also available for qualified candidates. Ask for more info!

APPLICATION DETAILS:

• Resumes are accepted on a rolling basis until positions are filled. The sooner you apply, the better your chances.

• Please attach your resume and cover letter in a PDF form to ensure compatibility.

ALUMNI STAFF:

• If you have worked for us in past summers, please use the alumni link emailed to you to submit your application for 2020.

_WE LOOK FORWARD TO RECEIVING YOUR APPLICATION! _If you have questions about our job opportunities please contact Rachel Shensa at 510.924.5243.

CAMP EDMO® is powered by Edventure More, a year-round 501(c)(3) non-profit enrichment organization. 5% of summer camp proceeds and 100% of donations support camp scholarships and subsidized science, maker and technology programs in local schools.