Summer Program Coordinator

Overview

The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith based organization, has a job opening for the Summer Program Coordinator for the Metro Atlanta Area Command Bellwood located in Atlanta, Georgia.

Plans and provides activities for school-age children participating in The Salvation Army Bellwood Boys and Girls Club Summer Day Camp Programs; plans, develops, and facilitates character/leadership development, health/fitness/hygiene/nutrition training, education attainment, homework assistance, basic skill development in reading, writing and math, basic computer knowledge, and life/coping skills; prepares and maintains program records; maintains cleanliness and orderliness of The Salvation Army Bellwood Boys and Girls Club property.

• Plan and provide activities for school-age children in the Summer Day Camp Programs.
• Develop and facilitate character/leadership development, health/fitness/hygiene/nutrition training, education attainment, homework assistance, basic reading, writing, and math skills, basic computer knowledge, and life/coping skills.
• Prepare and maintain program records.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of The Salvation Army Bellwood Boys and Girls Club property.

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of child behavior and development.
• Knowledge of early childhood curriculum development.
• Knowledge of First Aid and CPR and ability to ensure child safety.
• Ability to teach Christian values along with general early childhood educational curriculum.
• Ability to plan, develop, and implement effective childhood programs and activities.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Ability to observe children and ensure their safety.
• Ability to operate general office, playground, kitchen, recreation equipment, and computer equipment.

High school diploma or GED preferred, and two (2) years experience teaching child development programs in a church or pre-school, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• Valid State Driver’s License
• CPR and First Aid Certification

Ability to meet attendance requirements; duties are performed in a setting with sitting, standing, and walking; environment may involve weather-related discomfort, noise, dust, and dirt.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee to undermine its religious mission.

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Application Submittal Period: 3/16/2021 to 5/10/2021

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

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We appreciate your interest in employment opportunities with The Salvation Army!