Lead Summer STEAM Instructor, Upper Elementary
Company: Galileo Learning
Location: Irvine
Posted on: May 14, 2022
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Job Description:
Program/Location : LocationUS-CA-Irvine-- -Ready to take
ownership of your leadership development? See yourself on a
trajectory of professional growth in an educational setting? Ready
to have a career-defining summer?Assistant Camp Directors are
leaders, partnering with Camp Directors to bring camp to life.
These visionary role models serve as staff culture ambassadors,
operational can-doers, educational champions, and all-around
indispensable members of the camp leadership team. Assistant Camp
Directors support the smooth operation of a single camp site "-- -
- supervising staff, planning programs, delighting parents, and so
much more.We value having divergent thinkers who bring various
experiences and viewpoints to the table at Galileo. We strongly
encourage members of underrepresented groups to apply.ABOUT
GALILEOGalileo Learning brings best-in-class educational programs
to tens of thousands of kids each year through almost 100 in-person
summer day camps across the country. We believe that the world
needs innovators and that innovation can be taught. We think kids
who learn to explore and who are willing to tackle challenges
despite their fears are happier, more creative, and more confident.
And we think kids with these skills are more likely to change our
world and be the masters of their own.We also know that we can't
achieve our mission without staff who are role models of innovation
"-- - - visionary, courageous, collaborative, determined and
reflective. It's not always easy, and our camp staff work hard. But
part of what makes our camps great is our staff's commitment to
sharing in and bringing camp magic to life"-- - -for campers, and
for themselves, whether that looks like donning a chicken hat for a
skit, or playing a board game with two campers to build connection.
Galileans take ownership of their own performance to make this
place better every day. They grow a ton, and have fun while doing
it. Check out our jobs videos for more about this role and working
at Galileo.WHAT YOU'LL GET-- -Professional growth and purposeful
work in a playful, supportive environment. Plus, you'll join a
lifelong community that stands for innovation, expertise, and joy.
We have been on the Best Places to Work in the Bay Area for twelve
years running, were named one of Forbes' Best Small Companies, a
Top 100 Real Impact Company, a Diversity Jobs Top Employer and are
authentically committed to diversity, equity and inclusion "-- -
-which includes upholding a robust financial assistance
program.Position DescriptionESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Prepare for
and teach three rotations of Galileo curriculum per day in art,
science or outdoors to groups of up to 30 campers, typically
repeating the lesson with three different groups of campers in the
same age group Teach the curriculum as written, adapting it as
needed to improve the camper experience or accommodate individual
campers, and capturing feedback to share with curriculum developers
Maintain safe environments for all campers and provide leadership
and camp spirit to all campers Contribute to and participate in
daily camp activities, including check-in and check-out,
opening/closing ceremonies and snack & lunch supervision and
programming Assist with daily set up and cleanup of camp Summer
Instructors will report to the Camp Director and receive
professional development and ongoing coachingREQUIREMENTS Genuine
love and interest in working with children and/or education Ability
to maintain an excellent work ethic, a high level of energy and
exceptional enthusiasm each day Flexibility to meet changing needs
and demands while balancing multiple tasks efficiently-- - Ability
to work collaboratively on a team, with an openness to feedback and
a desire to grow professionally Strong organization skills and
attention to detail A great communicator with families and
guardians-- - Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 by start of
camp to ensure staff and campers are as safe and healthy as
possible and to comply with enhanced health and safety protocols--
--- - Note: Galileo Learning does not sponsor for employment based
visas for this position for Summer 2022. Note: Galileo Learning
does not provide housing or relocation assistance. EXPERIENCE &
EDUCATION-- - Must be at least 18 years of age by May 30, 2022
College degree preferred but not required Preferred experience with
the grade level you will be teaching Preferred experience with the
subject you will be teaching Experience working with kids or in a
camp setting a plusWORK HOURS AND DATESThe camp day runs, on
average, 8 hours for Summer Instructors. Summer Instructors'
typical schedule is from 7:45am-4:15pm.General Camp Staff Hours:
Staff may work anytime between 7:30am and 6pm, Monday through
Friday. Number of hours and start/finish time will vary by site,
position and day Staff meetings: During regular work hours before
or after the start of programming 2-12 hours of online training
before camp begins Training and setup days: Participate in two
mandatory training and setup days in the days before camp starts
Camp cleanup: Participate in cleaning and packing up camp for an
additional 1-5 hours in your last week of camp, typically some
additional hours at the end of the day.-- -The needs of camp and
resulting staff hours may vary. We seek and make offers to staff
who we believe are capable of thriving in a flexible environment,
both professionally and personally.COMPENSATION AND PERKSWe are
committed to competitively compensating staff. Regarding
compensation:-- - Base compensation begins at $16.50-$17.54/hr
depending on location. Staff are compensated at a regular hourly
rate, with overtime at 1.5x the hourly rate in accordance with
state and federal requirements. Exact hourly rate is based on
location and is included in the offer letter. Staff will be
compensated at an hourly training rate for 2-12 hours of online
training to be completed before camp, and for 2 days on-site
setup/training Summer staff positions are temporary, seasonal
non-benefited positions and do not include paid vacation time Free
weeks of camp and/or significant camp discounts (exact details
contingent on location)PHYSICAL DEMANDS-- -The physical demands
described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this
job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable people with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.-- - Some lifting
and carrying up to 60 lbs.-- - Typing, writing, reading Seeing,
hearing and speaking, both nearby and at a distance Use hand and
fingers to help with classroom supplies and operate equipment
Frequent sitting-- - Standing, walking, kneeling
Keywords: Galileo Learning, Irvine , Lead Summer STEAM Instructor, Upper Elementary, Education / Teaching , Irvine, California
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