Tax Specialist jobs in Waterbury, CT

Program runs from July 1st to August 9th | Mon-Fri | 8:30am-3:30pm

Overview:
We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Camp Counselors to join our team. As a Camp Counselor, you will play a vital role in creating a fun and safe environment for children to learn, grow, and make lasting memories. If you have experience working with students, a passion for childcare, and enjoy engaging in sports coaching, childhood development, theater, or special education, we encourage you to apply.

Duties:
- Supervise and ensure the safety of campers at all times
- Plan and lead age-appropriate activities and games
- Assist in the development and implementation of daily camp schedules
- Provide guidance and support to campers during activities
- Foster positive relationships with campers, parents, and fellow staff members
- Maintain a clean and organized camp environment
- Assist with meal times and snack distribution
- Administer basic first aid when necessary

Qualifications:
- Experience working with children in a camp or educational setting
- Knowledge of childhood development principles
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work well in a team environment
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- CPR and First Aid certification (preferred)
- Background check required

*Prepare a complete 6- week summer camp program for children in two separate age categories

(3.5 to 5 and 6 to 7 years old).

*Present the program to the Recreation Manager at least three weeks prior to the start of camp.

*With the Camp Director develop a 6- week curriculum combining the best ideas from both

programs.

*Present your final summer camp agenda to the Recreation Manager for approval.

*Inventory all supplies and order/purchase items that will be needed (Assistant Camp Director will help).

Ordering/purchasing must be approved by the Recreation Manager.

*Prepare room, bulletin board, cubbies, etc.

*Meet and discuss camp activities with parents/guardian during the open house.

*Provide a variety of fun and educational activities for children such as: sports, crafts, cooking, music,

dance, theater, etc. (be inventive).

*Meet regularly with other camp staff to discuss and develop new and creative camp activities.

*Discuss daily activities with parents/guardian during morning drop off and again when children are picked

up. Prepare notices for parents and hand them out during drop off on Monday morning.

*Accompany children and participate in special activities such as swimming, tennis lessons, and assist

professional instructors when needed.

*Call parent/guardian, and the Recreation Manager in case of a mishap or accident.

*Dial 911 in the case of an emergency, then contact the Recreation Manager immediately.

In case of any incident, emergency or otherwise, fill out an accident/incident report form and bring it to the

Recreation Director at the end of the camp day.

*Report and discuss any problems: medical, behavior, etc. with parent/guardian at the end of the day when

child is picked up. Report all problems to the Recreation Manager.

*Take daily attendance in the morning. If a child does not arrive on time, notify the Recreation Office

immediately.

*During attendance, ask who is ordering lunch from the snack bar. Orders must be placed with the snack bar

no later than 11:00 a.m.

*Meet with the Recreation Manager on a weekly basis to discuss issues of importance and review the week.

*Reorganize the camp room at the end of each day and be sure to vacuum.

*Inventory supplies again at the end of the season, and make a list of items that need to be replenished for

the following year.

*Reorganize the camp room at the end of the season.

*SUMMER CAMP SHOULD BE FULL BUT SAFETY ALWAYS COMES FIRST!

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Torrington, CT 06790: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person