About This Role
Summer Counselor Position
Program Vision. At Kent Community Nursery School (KCNS), we create a nurturing environment where children can explore, learn, and grow. Our play-based approach fosters social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development.
The Summer Counselor role is a perfect fit for someone who is passionate about working with young minds. The position is available from May to August, with varying hours throughout the summer. From August 10-21, you'll work 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday, for 35 hours a week. We may also need you to substitute on an as-needed basis from June 29 to July 17.
What You'll Do
Summer Counselor responsibilities include:
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Creating an engaging and safe environment for children, emphasizing extensive outdoor time and play-based learning.
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Establishing a daily routine with the children, which includes activities like morning walks, circle time, art, projects, reading, and mealtimes.
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Supporting the emotional wellbeing of each child and encouraging self-reliance and self-esteem.
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Maintaining safety awareness and hygiene practices, including toileting and hand washing.
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Monitoring children during learning times, mealtimes, and restroom breaks.
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Collaborating with other teachers on activities and ensuring a smooth day-to-day operation.
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Communicating effectively with children, parents, staff, and the KCNS Directors, while maintaining confidentiality.
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Being well-groomed and neatly dressed at all times.
Requirements
Qualifications required:
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Eighteen (18) years of age or older
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A minimum of a high school diploma or an equivalent certificate
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Required certifications (see list below)
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Experience working with preschool-age children and a genuine passion for working with young minds
Required certifications must be completed by the time the position begins:
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Child Care and CPR/First Aid Certification: Adult, Child, Infant, (renewed every 2 years)
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Administration of Medication Training for Childcare: Oral, topical, and inhalant medication, (renewed every 3 years)
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Administration of Medication Training for Childcare: Injectable medication, (renewed every year)
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CT Care 4 Kids Health and Safety Training,
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CT OEC Background Check, completed by the time the position begins (renewed at expiration)
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Medical Exam, (within a year)
We can help coordinate a training for the above-mentioned certifications and the time to complete the certification is paid by KCNS.
Nice To Haves
Nice to have: previous experience with children's summer programs, knowledge of local child development organizations, or a related degree in Early Childhood Education or a similar field.
Benefits
