Summer Instructor, Counselor-In-Training (8th-10th)
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Pleasanton
Posted on: May 14, 2023
Job Description:
US-CA-Pleasanton Galileo Learning brings best-in-class
educational programs to tens of thousands of kids each year through
50+in-person summer day camps across the country. We believe the
world needs innovators and that innovation can be taught. Join us!
We have been on the Best Places to Work in the Bay Area list more
than 12 times, have been named one of Forbes' Best Small Companies
, were named a Top 100 Real Impact Company , are a Diversity Jobs
Top Employer and are authentically committed to -which includes
upholding a robust program. ABOUT THE JOB Counselor in Training
Instructors will have the unique opportunity to participate in our
exciting new Counselor in Training (CIT) program. In this role, you
will support our CIT program to provide widely applicable
leadership skills and camp-specific job training to our oldest
campers, rising 8th -10th graders. Instructors will interact deeply
with Galileo's newly designed CIT curriculum - planning ahead,
reflecting daily, and providing feedback for the further
development of the CIT program. This role is seasonal Full Time,
working Monday - Friday. YOU WILL
- Prepare for and deliver Galileo curriculum daily to groups of
up to 15 Counselors in Training
- Implement the curriculum as written, adapting it as needed to
improve the camper experience or accommodate individual campers,
and capturing feedback to share with curriculum developers
- Provide leadership, energy and camp spirit, constantly
assessing group dynamics and the needs of individual CITs
- Work closely with the staff team to ensure that CIT
participation and service to camp is supportive of their daily
responsibilities
- Provide excellent customer service to families by communicating
with them on a daily basis about their camper's experience
- Contribute to and participate in check-in and check-out, daily
opening and closing ceremonies, all-camp activities, and snack &
lunch supervision and programming
- Assist with daily setup and cleanup of camp
- Maintain safe environments for all campers
- CIT Instructors will report to the Camp Director and receive
professional development and ongoing coaching YOU HAVE
- College degree preferred but not required
- Experience working with kids or in a camp setting a plus
- Genuine love for and interest in working with children and/or
education
- Ability to maintain an excellent work ethic, a high level of
energy, and exceptional enthusiasm each day
- Flexibility to meet changing needs and demands while balancing
multiple tasks efficiently
- Desire to work collaboratively on a team, with an openness to
feedback and a desire to grow professionally
- Strong organization skills and attention to detail
- Great communication skills, both written and verbal
- Must be at least 18 years of age by May 26, 2023
- Valid CPR/First Aid certification OR ability to become
certified prior to the start of camp
- Valid Mandatory Report Certrification OR ability to complete
certification prior to the start of camp At Galileo Camps we value
divergent thinkers who bring many different experiences and
viewpoints to the table! Successful applicants start from a wide
variety of backgrounds, including but not limited to: school
teaching, camp counseling & leadership, tutoring, after-school
programming, coaching, museum education, childcare, instructional
design, homeschooling & informal education, and customer service.
In addition, research shows that while men apply to jobs when they
meet an average of 60% of the requirements, women and other
underrepresented people tend to only apply when they match all
criteria. Even if you don't necessarily meet every checkbox in the
job description, but you think you have what it takes, we encourage
you to apply. COMPENSATION AND PERKS
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- Compensation for this positions starts at $17.50 per hour and
ranges up to $25.50 per hour for returning staff; your exact pay
rate will be determined based on a variety of factors including
work location and years of employment with Galileo Camps. Summer
staff positions are hourly, non-exempt roles.
- Paid Training prior to the start of camp.
- A free week of camp for your own child ! Plus, 50% off
additional summer camp sessions for your child - That's an average
of $250 savings per week !
- $50 friends and Family Discount for those you love
- Priority for "Innovation for All" scholarship nominations for
friends and family
- Additional staff perks, including up to $600 travel stipend ,
may be available at select sites* WORK HOURS Our camps operate
between 7:30am and 6:00pm, Monday through Friday. Camp set up is
typically Friday - Sunday, and requires one weekend of
availability. Number of hours and start/finish time of each shift
will vary by site, position and day. You can find the anticipated
dates of operation of each of our camps on our website. PHYSICAL
DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of
those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be
made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
- Some lifting and carrying up to 60 lbs.
- Typing, writing, reading
- Seeing, hearing and speaking, both nearby and at a
distance
- Use hand and fingers to help with classroom supplies and
operate equipment
- Frequent sitting
- Standing, walking, kneeling ADDITIONAL INFORMATION During your
onboarding process, you may need to complete a Tuberculosis (TB)
screening, a background check, and mandated reporter training
(California only). More details will be provided during your
onboarding process. COVID-19 All on-site employees will be required
to demonstrate that they have been fully vaccinated against
COVID-19, unless they qualify for an accommodation/exemption for
medical, disability, or religious reasons. Vaccination status will
be confirmed only after an offer of employment has been accepted
and will not affect consideration of any persons' application.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Galileo Learning is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any
kind, and we invest in training and resources for our teams to
support our commitment to providing equal opportunities to all
employees and job applicants. We strictly prohibits discrimination
and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion,
age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected
veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,
or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local
laws. We comply with the ADA and provide reasonable accommodation
that allow qualified applicants/employees to perform the essential
functions of the job. To request an accommodation, contact our
People Services team. Please note that our job descriptions are
only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an
exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities,
tasks, and duties
Keywords: Disability Solutions, Pleasanton , Summer Instructor, Counselor-In-Training (8th-10th), Education / Teaching , Pleasanton, California
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