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Part Time Position: Camp Counselor - Hispanic Heritage

Number of Positions: 1

Closing Date: 04/24/2012

Salary: $8.25/hour

Department: Parks & Recreation

Division: Recreation - ESL

Minimum Requirements

Candidates must:

Be at least 18 years old
Speak Spanish fluently
Be knowledgeable of Hispanic and Latin American Culture
Be able to lift and/or move 25 pounds.
Have a valid NC driver's license with a good driving record
College educated preferred

Knowledge and Skills:

Applicants should have prior experience working with children from different ethnic, national, cultural, and social-economic backgrounds
Background in Recreation, Latin American Studies, Spanish or other related area of study preferred
Excellent communication skills
Must be creative, reliable, and punctual
Organized, responsible, confident in dealing with conflict resolution

Position Duties

Spanish-speaking staff is needed to work in an outdoor camp with children ages 6-10 as they discover traditions from different Hispanic countries through music, dance, language, and arts & crafts. Camp session runs from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday from August 13-17. Mandatory training begins mid May and continues throughout June. Camp preparation and planning may begin on July 30.

Responsibilities:

Program and lead camp activities as well as taking care of the daily needs of a group of campers
Enforce all City of Raleigh and ESL Program policies, rules, and regulations
Recognize and respond appropriately in emergencies
Administer minor first-aid and CPR as needed. Training provided
Attend weekly staff meetings
Maintain camp equipment and keep facilities clean
Supervise the transportation of participants
Participate in and supervise all camp activities including swimming, canoeing, games, crafts, nature, fishing, lunch, and field trips
Complete additional duties as assigned by supervisor

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ESL Program Director

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