Summer Camp (May 29th to Aug 7th)

Description SUMMER CAMP TEACHER Shaping Young Minds, One Summer at a Time

ABOUT THIS ROLE Do you believe summer should be more than just time off? So do we. As a Summer Camp Teacher at TRF, you will play a hands-on role in the academic, social, and emotional growth of children, creating an environment where curiosity thrives, culture is celebrated, and every child feels seen. Working under the guidance of your Site Director, you will bring energy, intentionality, and heart to every day of camp.

YOU ARE A GREAT FIT IF YOU... Genuinely enjoy working with school-age children Create spaces where kids feel safe to explore and ask questions Bring creativity and flexibility to how you plan and teach Work well as part of a team and communicate openly Take child safety and well-being seriously, every single day WHAT YOU WILL DO

• IN THE CLASSROOM AND ON THE PLAYGROUND You will design and maintain a learning environment that reflects TRF's Guiding Philosophy, one that is flexible, child-centered, and responsive to what children need and care about.
• Specifically, you will: Create spaces that promote curiosity, inquiry, and independent thinking.
• Adjust the environment regularly based on the interests and evolving needs of the children in your care.
• Ensure the classroom reflects children's actual learning, not just decoration.
• Plan and deliver experiences that challenge children to think critically and explore deeply.
• Incorporate activities that honor and nurture the cultural identities of the children you serve.
• SUPPORTING YOUR TEACHING TEAM This role is collaborative by design.
• You will work alongside Teachers to keep the program running safely and effectively: Complete daily ratio counts with your Teacher to ensure children are always accounted for and properly supervised.
• Promptly flag any concerns that need immediate attention to your supervisor.
• Assist in identifying and reporting any signs of child abuse to your supervisor and/or the Child Abuse Hotline.
• Support daily health checks covering hygiene, safety, and the overall well-being of each child.
• Assist Teachers with DRDP-R assessments twice a year for school-age children, including completing a summary of findings annually.
• Participate in classroom and parent conferences following each DRDP-R completion.
• Take on additional responsibilities as assigned by your supervisor.
• HOW YOU SHOW UP The children and families we serve are counting on you to show up fully, every day.
• That looks like: Protecting the privacy and dignity of every child, family, and colleague.
• Being honest, reliable, and present, both physically and emotionally.
• Contributing to a team culture that is positive, communicative, and supportive.
• Following through on responsibilities with care and consistency.
• Pursuing your own growth through training, professional development, and openness to feedback.
• A NOTE ON THIS POSITION This is a seasonal role supporting TRF's summer programming.
• Scheduling and specific site assignments will be coordinated through your Site Director.

READY TO MAKE THIS SUMMER COUNT? If you love working with kids and want to spend your summer doing something meaningful, we would love to meet you. Submit your application.

Benefits

Include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Vacation, Sick Leave, 401K and Professional Development Opportunities.

Training and Research Foundation | Serving Families Across Orange, and Riverside Counties

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities) AA degree with 12 semester units in Child Development, Early Childhood Education or Recreational Courses, including core courses (Child/Human Growth and Development, Child, Family and Community, Program/Curriculum).

Additional Requirements

Criminal background clearance with (FBI, DOJ, and CAI) Complete a physical examination, T.B. test, proof of immunization for (influenza, TDap, and MMR), Submission of satisfactory proof of your identity and your legal authorization to work in the United States. If you fail to submit this proof, federal law prohibits us from hiring you.

Compensation: $20 to $23 per hour