The Salvation Army Southern California·Newark, California
Facilitate a safe and enriching summer day camp experience by supervising children and leading various activities. Provide spiritual development, educational reinforcement, and music instruction while maintaining a positive environment.
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love for God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
BASIC PURPOSE The purpose of this position is to create a safe enjoyable and enriching experience for children participating in our summer day camp program of the Tri-Cities Corps. The staff members play a crucial role in facilitating a variety of activities, ensuring the well-being of campers, fostering a positive and inclusive environment. By engaging with campers, promoting teamwork, and adhering to safety guidelines, providing spiritual development, social direction, and educational reinforcement while at the same time utilizing recreational activities.
Essential duties and responsibilities 1.
Demonstrate a passion for working with Children in a learning environment 2.
Assist teaching music instrument and music theory 3.
Assist staff with supervision, guidance and caring for children in an educational, enrichment and recreational setting.
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Provide encouraging instruction to students during group activities.
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Assist staff with the supervision of safety of campers during arrival, dismissal, and transition periods.
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Assist the Director of Group Leader in the planning, teaching of lessons, homework support and activities.
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Assist in maintaining discipline and encouraging children to follow rules.
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Assist in general set up and clean up of program area and with the closing /opening of the facility.
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Assist staff with Field trip arrangements 10.
Maintaining a safe environment.
Knowledge, skills, abilities and other qualification requirements 1.
Knowledge of music instruments, able to teach music instruments and music theory 2.
Must have the ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds.
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Valid California Drivers’ License 4.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, and basic desktop publishing computer programs.
Qualified individual must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed would not result in undue hardship.
Market context
In California, support roles that work with children often draw steady interest because schools and programs need staff who can help maintain safe, inclusive environments. These roles can be competitive when candidates already have CPR, First Aid, and child abuse prevention training, plus experience working with diverse groups of children. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certifications are current before applying.
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