Summer Counselor
About This Role
This support staff member position at Kent Community Nursery School in Kent offers $17/Hr. The role requires no formal early childhood credentials to start.
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.
We are always accepting applications for this role.
What You'll Do
Summer Counselor responsibilities include:
- Creating an engaging and safe environment for children, emphasizing extensive outdoor time and play-based learning.
- Establishing a daily routine with the children, which includes activities like morning walks, circle time, art, projects, reading, and mealtimes.
- Supporting the emotional wellbeing of each child and encouraging self-reliance and self-esteem.
- Maintaining safety awareness and hygiene practices, including toileting and hand washing.
- Monitoring children during learning times, mealtimes, and restroom breaks.
- Collaborating with other teachers on activities and ensuring a smooth day-to-day operation.
- Communicating effectively with children, parents, staff, and the KCNS Directors, while maintaining confidentiality.
- Being well-groomed and neatly dressed at all times.
Requirements
Qualifications required:
- Eighteen (18) years of age or older
- A minimum of a high school diploma or an equivalent certificate
- Required certifications (see list below)
- 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:
- Child Care and CPR/First Aid Certification: Adult, Child, Infant, (renewed every 2 years)
- Administration of Medication Training for Childcare: Oral, topical, and inhalant medication, (renewed every 3 years)
- Administration of Medication Training for Childcare: Injectable medication, (renewed every year)
- CT Care 4 Kids Health and Safety Training,
- CT OEC Background Check, completed by the time the position begins (renewed at expiration)
- 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 Have
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
Benefits include Professional Development assistance for fees and mileage.
Common Questions
What ECE credentials are required for this position?
No credentials required for this role.
What does this position pay?
This Summer Counselor role pays $17/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Part Time.
Where is Kent Community Nursery School located?
Kent Community Nursery School is located at 6 Bridge Street, Kent, CT