2024 Summer at Parker Camp Counselor, Camp Parker
2024 Summer at Parker Camp Counselor, Camp Parker (12:00 - 4:30 pm, Lower or Middle School)
About Francis Parker School:
Francis Parker School is a coeducational independent day school in San Diego, California with 1315 students in grades JK-12. Founded in 1912, the school’s mission is “to create and inspire a diverse community of independent thinkers whose academic excellence, global perspective and strength of character prepare them to make a meaningful difference in the world.” Francis Parker School has two campuses in close proximity. One in Mission Hills (Lower School JK-5), and a second in Linda Vista (Middle and Upper School 6-8 and 9-12, respectively).
Job Description:
Francis Parker School seeks a qualified Summer Program Camp Counselor to provide direct supervision and oversight in its camp program. This position requires between a 6-8 week commitment (6/24/2024 - 8/2/2024 or 6/24/2024 - 8/16/2024 or 6/24/2024 - 8/23/2024) from 12:00 - 4:30 pm. Some counselors will work in the Extended Program until 5:30 pm. In addition to a mandatory training session on Saturday 6/22/2024. Must be available for onboarding no later than 6/1/24.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
- Supervise a group of students, promoting a positive environment that fosters fun, safety, and all Francis Parker School values.
- Facilitate activities with a group of students
- Uphold, model, and enforce Summer Program policies and procedures.
- Maintain high safety and personal presentation standards.
- Follow Parker’s policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and assorted emergencies.
- Maintain positive relations with parents and other staff.
Qualifications:
- High school graduate or equivalent; one year of college or more preferred.
- Previous experience working with children, specifically in an outdoor camp environment.
- Ability to lead and participate in all activities; no “sitting on the sidelines; a willingness to be a strong team player
- Ability to communicate effectively and demonstrate leadership qualities
- Current CPR and First Aid Certification required
Salary and Benefits:
This is an hourly seasonal position (Working hours: Monday - Friday, 12:00 - 4:30 pm), paying $16.85-$17.35/hour. This position is not eligible for benefits.
Non-Discrimination:
Francis Parker School values diversity and seeks talented students, faculty, and staff from different backgrounds. All employment decisions are made without regard to unlawful considerations of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.
Application Process:
If interested in the position, please fill out the electronic Francis Parker School Employment Application HERE. You will need to upload the following documents during this process: a cover letter and a resume.
If you CANNOT or DO NOT wish to submit your application through the link above, a cover letter, resume, and a completed employment application should be submitted electronically to:
Please find the PDF of our employment application here: find it here
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