PB Project Based Summer Camp Assistant - 84138

Founded in 1986, St. Charles Community College (SCC) has a reputation as one of the best two-year colleges in the state of Missouri. SCC's service area includes a six-county region with a population exceeding 540,000. SCC's main campus, located in Cottleville, has won architectural awards for its innovative, contemporary design. The college's Dardenne Creek Campus features the Center for Healthy Living and the Field to Table Institute. Opening Fall 2025, the Innovation West Campus located in Wentzville features the Regional Workforce Innovation Center. With a focus on innovation, St. Charles Community College is a leader in delivering high quality education in a state-of-the-art learning environment. The success of SCC is rooted in the mission of serving the community by "focusing on academic excellence, student success, workforce advancement, and life-long learning within a global society."

SCC's Community Education Department is seeking PB Project Based Summer Camp Assistants to work during Summer Camp 2027. The job reports directly to the Program Specialist and is paired with a camp instructor to help with a half- or full-day camp. Camp Assistants will be matched to camps that best suit their skills and backgrounds.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Duties may include, but are not limited to:

Work toward making each child enjoy their camp experience and enjoy this summer as well!Be involved and engaged in ALL activities during camp, assisting and participating in activities with instructor and campersRead and understand information and expectations about health and background/IEPs for campers in your assigned camp PRIOR to the beginning of campOrganize and restore supplies for campAssist with morning check in/registration and sign-out at end of dayAssist with camp set up and clean upEscort children to lunch, recess, bathroom breaksClean-up after camp has ended daily and return items to storage on FridaysAssist instructor in handling and de-escalating situations that may occur during camp (medical/behavioral)Monitor campers, ensure campers follow camp rules and work to prevent accidentsTaking responsibility for care and safety of the participantsAny other responsibilities that may arise

Seeking individuals who can demonstrate the following:

Responsible and comfortable working with children between ages 5-14Follow instructions from instructors and SCC staffReliable, interactive, and engaging during camp hoursNo cell phone use during work hours unless there is an emergencyFlexible with schedule changes or duty changes during summerAble to handle situations that may arise during camp, from injuries to behavioral problems

WORK SCHEDULE:

Weekly between June 7 and August 6, 2027Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with extended hours until 6:30 p.m. as assignedPayrate: $16.20/hourlyAssistants will be scheduled as needed. Please provide vacations and conflicts during application/interview process. No guarantee to have full-time work for all 9 weeks of camp. Ideal candidates will be available and commit for a minimum of 7 of the 9 weeks.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school junior or older, age 16+.Punctual, responsible and trustworthy with confidential information.Basic computer skills & ability to use electronic communication platforms (Ie. Microsoft Teams, Outlook)Trainings required before start date (Trainings will be offered on-site, if not already certified):
HR Orientation (new SCC employees only)KnowBe4 Technology Safety TrainingSummer Staff OrientationCPR & Epi-penMandated Reporter
Must be able to handle behavioral issues when they arise.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Some office experience preferred.Prior experience with children.Ability to stand for long periods of timeMay be required to lift up to 50 lbs.

St. Charles Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.