Position Purpose

This full-time position is shared between the Auxiliary Programs of Camp St. John’s and Extended Day. This dual role reports to the Directors of Auxiliary Programs and Camp St. John’s.

Key Accountabilities

Extended Day responsibilities include:

·        Stay current with emails from the Director for changes pertaining to program or student schedule changes each day

·        Organize and identify staff needed for program transitions each day

·        Take attendance and collect students from their classrooms each day who will join the Extended Day program when School is released.

·        Manage the release of sibling students during Middle School carpool to ensure all safety and security protocols are followed

·        Monitor the activity in each age group throughout the afternoon

·        Manage the 4:15 p.m. Extended Day and Enrichment carpool to ensure all safety and security protocols are followed

·        Check in to the Director by 4:45 p.m. each day with student load numbers so early staff dismissals can be determined

·        Serve as the primary contact for daily needs of students and staff

·        Act as a point of contact in the Director’s absence for the Extended Day program and assume all daily responsibilities that need to be covered

·        Fulfill other duties as assigned by the Director

·        Assist with the organization, fulfillment, inventory, etc. of the Campus Store as needed

·        Preparation of daily snacks for each age group and delivery to individual program rooms based on grade level or Enrichment enrollment

Camp St. John’s responsibilities include:

·        Assist the Lead Counselor or Camp Director with daily Camp activities

·        Supervise campers during games, crafts, STEM projects, sports, and enrichment activities

·        Help manage transitions (arrival, dismissal, lunch, recess, snack, etc.)

·        Provide positive behavior guidance and model respectful, kind interactions

·        Ensure campers’ safety at all times, following Camp policies and procedures

·        Assist with set-up and clean-up of materials and classroom spaces

·        Support attendance tracking and help maintain organized camper groups

·        Communicate campers’ needs or concerns to the Lead Counselor or Camp Director

·        Help maintain a clean, welcoming, and organized Camp environment

·        Arrive on time and prepared each day

·        Engage actively with campers

·        Demonstrate enthusiasm, flexibility, and teamwork

·        Uphold the mission and values of Camp St. John’s

·        Serve as a positive role model for campers

Opportunities and Challenges

The Associate to Auxiliary Programs helps students continue to develop effective habits, skills, and attitudes in their interaction with fellow students. The applicant must:

• Model the St. John’s Code of respect, responsibility, honesty, and care.
• Demonstrate clarity in verbal and written communication.
• Demonstrate strong listening skills.
• Embrace the School’s Episcopal identity, ethos, and commitment to respecting the dignity of each individual.

Growth Mindset

• Leverage the knowledge, skills, and abilities in concert with other departments, Director of Auxiliary Programs, and Director of Camp St. John’s to support students’ social and emotional needs.
• Pursue growth in relevant skills needed to support Auxiliary Programs.
• Demonstrate commitment to personal and professional growth. Able to meaningfully receive, reflect on, and apply feedback to one’s professional growth.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift approximately 30 lbs.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to work for extended periods of time, including weeknights and weekends when required.
• Ability to work with children and adults in indoor and outdoor settings.
• Ability to work in on-campus settings.

In our commitment to diversity and equity, St. John’s Episcopal School does not discriminate regarding race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, genetic information, disability, pregnancy, marital status, religion, military status, and/or any protected category. This commitment extends to our employment, educational, admission, and financial-aid policies, and other school-administered programs.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma. College degree preferred. 
• Minimum of two years of experience working with children in a semi-unstructured work/play environment.
• The ability to interact with adults in a supervisory capacity.
• Demonstrated ability and desire to work with and relate to young children and adolescents.
• Must meet minimum technology proficiency standards, including the ability to work online using School Pass, other software programs as appropriate, and to use the Microsoft 365 suite.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift approximately 30 lbs.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to work for extended periods of time, including weeknights and weekends when required.
• Ability to work with children and adults in indoor and outdoor settings.
• Ability to work in on-campus settings.