Summer School and Camp Activity Leader

Overview

Position: Summer School and Camp Activity Leader
Reports to: Summer School Director/Camp Director
Type: Seasonal, nonexempt, hourly
Term: Monday, March 16 - Friday, March 27, 2026, and/or Monday, June 8 - Friday - August 7, 2026

Do you love working with kids? Looking for a leadership opportunity? Join us rew’s Schools as a Summer School Activity Leader and/or a Camp Activity Leader. Leaders must be 18+ years old.

The Activity Leader provides supervisory care to students enrolled in Summer School and/or Camp St. Andrew’s. Leaders manage daily operations and activities to ensure that all children are safe and well. The Leader embodies St. Andrew’s Schools’ core values; models professionalism, flexibility, collegiality, and enthusiasm while fostering a welcoming and inclusive learning environment for students of diverse backgrounds.

• Contribute to the Development and Implementation of Programs and Activities
• Creates, plans, and implements activities for the students that are fun, engaging, and thought-provoking.
• Facilitates programs and activities by encouraging and joyfully engaging children in the learning experience.
• Actively participates in assigned program areas and provides guidance and supervision during non-classroom hours. This includes assisting and supervising children as they transition from one class to another, eat lunch, and play at recess.
• Communicate effectively with students and families by building positive relationships, respecting the worth and dignity of each individual, and empowering students to think critically and creatively problem solve throughout the day.
• Maintain the Safety and Health of Students
• Supervises and monitors students' activities in a variety of settings and situations to ensure their safety and well-being.
• Develops and fosters a healthy rapport with and between students and their families by first listening to and understanding their needs, and then providing the appropriate care and support.
• Creates a caring and nurturing environment; supports children in resolving conflicts and takes proactive measures to prevent any misconduct.
• Stays attentive to children and assists with their safety, health, and personal needs.
• Communicates effectively with the Director by reporting safety, health, personal, or behavioral concerns in a timely fashion. Reports all injuries to the Director.
• Maintains necessary clerical records, including attendance, injury, illness, and incident reports, and administers first aid when needed.
• Follow emergency procedures and prioritize children’s safety at all times.
• Knows, understands, and ensures that the proper adult-to-student ratios are met in all settings, and requests help from the Director as needed.
• Monitors equipment and facilities for proper use and maintenance; promptly reports necessary repairs to the Director.
• Act as a Role Model
• Models positive, respectful, and professional behavior at all times with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Knows, understands, and follows school policies, procedures, rules, and guidelines. And supports students and colleagues to do the same.
• Models good sportsmanship, hygiene, and cleanliness by demonstrating proper handwashing and sanitation practices; guides student aides and children in tidying up after meals, snacks, and activities.

• Collaborates with the director to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Assists in organizing field trips, guest speakers, or special events.
• Helps to assess the program through dialogue and in writing to ensure constant improvement.
• Supervise and work at summer events and functions.

• Spring Adventure Camp:
  March 16 - March 27, 2026
• Summer School Term:
  June 8 - July 17, 2026
• Morning Classes:
  Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m.
  
  - 12:00 p.m.
• Afternoon Classes:
  Monday through Friday, 12:00 p.m.
  
  - 4:00 p.m.
• Camp St. Andrew’s:
  July 20 - August 7, 2026

• College Students: 18 years or older.
• License or certification:
  Adult and Child First Aid/CPR desired or willing to obtain.
• Skills Needed:
  Ability to positively interact with children ages 5-13, teenagers, and adults. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong problem-solving…