Provide guidance and planned instruction to children ages 3-8 in the PIC Kidz Zone Summer Camp program by developing a safe and inclusive learning environment that will encourage and promote age-appropriate physical, social and emotional well-being and STEM/STEAM and early literacy learning activities with the goal to prevent summer learning loss.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Bachelor's or Advanced Degree with coursework equivalent to a major relating to the child development field. Experience: Preferred one (1) year classroom experience with children ages 3-8. OR Education: Associate Degree with coursework equivalent to a major relating to the child development field. Experience: Preferred two (2) years of classroom experience with children ages 3-8. OR Education: Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent with a desire to pursue a career in a related field Experience: Some experience working with children 3-8, preferably one (1) year.

Skills, Abilities and Knowledge: a. Problem solving ability where independent judgment may be required. b. Ability to maintain confidentiality. c. Excellent interpersonal skills. d. Effective oral and written communication skills. e. Machine operation could include calculator, computer, photocopier, SMART devices, CD player, projector, telephone. f. Knowledge of State Child Care regulations g. Ability to deal with and adapt to frequent change. h. Ability to work with and delegate to volunteers and other team members without having supervisory authority over them. i. Ability to accept differences of opinion and objectively find appropriate strategies. j. Ability to track information. k. Ability to record observations in case notes and behavioral terms and communicate those observations. l. Good organizational skills. Duties may include any or all of the following. This list is intended to be representative. 01. Plan and implement a sound instructional program by: ? Teaching all special needs children according to IEP. ? Preparing weekly activities that include all areas of development for individual campers. ? Encouraging participation in group activities such as free play, dramatic play, safety in the classroom and on outings, etc. ? Rotating materials in the classroom on a regular basis to coincide with studies and needs of the children. ? Providing health and nutrition awareness activities for children and their families. ? Promoting self-esteem through encouragement and accepting individual differences. ? Planning and organizing community representatives and outings. ? Providing transition activities that are developmentally appropriate and individualized. ? Providing activities in all developmental areas that are developmentally appropriate. 02. Participate in staff meetings discussing program operation methods, child development & engagement, parent involvement, etc. 03. Use Facilities and Health/Safety checklist as a guide, maintain a safe and healthy environment by: ? Administering medications in life threatening circumstances when necessary. ? Assisting in hand washing, toileting. ? Providing scheduled meals during classroom times. ? Conducting fire drills at the site. ? Performing health checks of children (free from communicable disease). ? Checking for and promptly reporting any signs of suspected abuse/neglect. ? Modeling appropriate eating habits and mealtime behavior. ? Cleaning classroom/socialization room/kitchen area and office space as needed. ? Administering First Aid/CPR when necessary. ? Preparing for emergency situations by keeping emergency supplies available. 04. Attend trainings to attain greater knowledge in the Child Development field 05. Maintain daily/monthly paperwork and records required by program procedures or as requested including: ? Filling out required paperwork (attendance sheets, forms required for telephone contacts, lesson plans, requisitions, etc.). ? Maintaining a monthly schedule, updating da ly or as necessary as changes occur. ? Gathering statistics for preparing reports when requested. ? Preparing timesheets and travel vouchers. ? Updating the children's individualized plans. ? Completing Health Program Reporting forms and updates as needed. 06. Coordinate and perform recruiting tasks. 07. Keep supervisor informed of schedules, needs, problems, ideas, and suggestions, and seek help when necessary. ? Gives input for ordering supplies and equipment. ? Participate in program planning committees or surveys. 08. Be available to work non-traditional hours to meet the needs of the enrolled families (evenings) -- adju