After School & Summer Camp Teacher / Counselor

Job Title: Summer Day Camp Counselor & Van Driver

Location: Winter Haven, Florida

Job Type: Seasonal, Full-Time (full-year employment potential available)

About Us:
Phoenix Christian Academy offers a safe, fun, and faith-based summer camp experience for children. We provide activities that promote spiritual growth, academics/STEM activities, creativity, teamwork, and personal development in a supportive Christian environment.

Job Summary:
We are seeking enthusiastic, responsible, and energetic individuals to serve as Summer Day Camp Counselors. Counselors will supervise and engage children in activities, assist with transportation using a 15-passenger van, and uphold the values of our Christian camp. All counselors must complete mandatory training, including but not limited to 1st aid/CPR and DCF child care coursework. The DCF mandated minimum 45 hours of training is not required to start but will be required to be completed within a set time period. Any additional qualifications would be an advantage.

Some general housekeeping activities will be allocated - typically cleaning and tidying classrooms to maintain hygienic standards.

Full-time and part-time opportunities are available. Opportunity has the potential to be year round. College and technical-degree scholarships are also available to those who qualify.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, supervise, and engage campers in recreational and educational activities such as: learning, games, crafts, sports, clubs, and devotionals.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all campers. Maintain a safe workplace by monitoring children for health, behavioral, and emotional issues and reporting concerns to staff and parents. Make sure all safety rules are followed.
• Ensure children are learning positive behaviors and providing guidance or approved discipline, as needed. Resolve occasional disagreements between children and address behavioral issues.
• Keep records relating to child care. Keep accurate incident and transportation logs
• Perform first aid or take care of injuries as needed
• Model positive behavior and Christian values.
• Drive a 15-passenger van for camper transportation.
• Complete required training and participate in staff development.
• Assist with set-up, clean-up, and other staff duties.
• Communicate with parents as needed.

Qualifications:

• Minimum age: 21 years old
• Ability to pass a Level 2 National Background Check
• Valid Florida driver’s license with a clean record.
• Ability to safely drive a 15-passenger van.
• Experience working with children is preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to a Christian camp environment.
• Patient and reliable
• Organizational and communication skills
• A love for children
• Energetic and positive personality
• Attentiveness to the needs and safety of children.
• Basic computer and internet skills required

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Early Childhood Education: 1 year (Preferred, but not required)
• Elementary Education : 1 year (Preferred, but not required)
• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred, but not required)

License/Certification:

• DCF mandated 45 hours training (Preferred, but not required to start)
• 1st Aid & CPR certification (Preferred, but not required to start)
• CDA/FCCPC or higher (Preferred, but not required)

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Participation in outdoor activities and sports.
• Long periods of standing and active engagement.

Schedule:

• Full-time during summer camp Camp dates are June 1st – August 7th
• Typical hours: Typical 35-40 hours/week with staggered start/end times between 7 AM – 5:30 PM

Position is open to begin part time before summer program starts and has the potential to be continued on through the school year for the right candidate. .

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $14.50 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• After school
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have an active background screening clearance through DCF?
• Are you able to pass a level 2 national background check?
• Are you at least 21 years of age or older?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• childcare (outside of your own children): 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• Child Development Associate Certification (FCCPC) (Preferred)
• Childcare Certification (45 Hour DCF Training) (Preferred)
• Teaching Certification (DOE) (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person