Summer Camp Intern

NOTE: MUST BE AVAILABLE

Training: June 8-11, 8 am–12 pm

Summer Program: June 15–July 24

Camp Hope Horizon is a six- week, summer day-camp program for upwards of 100 elementary and middle school students in East Palo Alto. Both elementary & middle school students in rising TK through 9th (current TK/PreK through 8th) grade will receive academic support, engage in exciting STEM and art projects, fun games, character building, and outings with a host of other nonacademic programming.

Camp Hope Horizon will run Monday through Friday, from 8:00 am – 3:15 pm. The purpose of the role is to encourage and provide opportunities for professional development and growth in the areas of spirituality and/or child development and education

Responsibilities:

• Assist classroom leaders by leading group activities, tutoring students and mentoring them.
• Be available to learn classroom curriculum and support academic and extracurricular lessons.
• Assist in the end-of-summer showcase hosting community members and families of students.
• Provide & implement appropriate behavioral correction in adherence to Hope Horizon standards and policies.
• Communicate with Classroom Leader, Program Manager and/or Director of Programs regarding student concerns, progress, or any other program concerns.
• Be prompt, organized and meet deadlines pertaining to the program and intern role.
• Assist in preparing the building, field and classrooms for Camp Hope Horizon prior to the program start.
• Support daily program operations by maintaining facilities, collaborating with staff and interns, and following all Hope Horizon EPA safety policies and procedures

Schedule:

• June 8–11: Report for training & preparation (8 am–12 pm)
• June 15–July 24: Program dates, hours will be from 7:30 am – 4:00 pm
• July 24: End of summer celebration 7:30 am – 7:30 pm (breaks required)

Qualifications/Background:

• Agreement with Statement of Faith and commitment to the mission of Hope Horizon East Palo Alto
• Some high school work completed, junior or senior preferred; or some college courses completed
• Some prior experience working with youth
• Ability to work with a team and follow instructions from classroom leads, senior program staff, and other staff members employed by Hope Horizon
• Willingness to participate collaboratively, supportively, and enthusiastically on a diverse team.

Before You Begin

This application will take approximately 20 minutes to complete and cannot be saved for later. Please set aside enough time to finish in one session. We recommend reviewing the questions below and preparing your responses in a separate document before you begin.