Summer Camp Jewish Life Specialist
Open from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, with pre and post-camp care options, the Springfield Jewish Community Center (JCC) Day Camp offers premium summer programs infused with Jewish learning and values from Kindergarten through high school. Located on the Longmeadow/Springfield, MA line, the Springfield JCC Day Camp is easily accessible for CT and MA residents. Our secure camp is located on 20 acres of beautiful grounds with basketball courts, a playground, athletic fields, private woods, a high and low ropes course, a zip line, a picnic grove, a pavilion, and more. Additionally, its air-conditioned indoor facility boasts a fitness center, an auditorium with a performance stage, an arts and crafts studio, classrooms, flexible play spaces, and best of all: an indoor 6 lane, 25-yard swimming pool!
With the encouragement and guidance of our highly-skilled staff, campers of all abilities and faiths participate in programs and activities designed to foster safe fun, growth, creativity, Jewish values/traditions, and lasting friendships. Instruction from our arts and crafts, archery/nature, ropes course, Judaic, and sports specialists will help campers discover their hidden talents. Whether making new friends or developing new skills, Springfield JCC Day "Camp-ers" will experience their best summer ever!
Camp Staff Orientation is: June 17th 4-8pm, June 18th 4-8pm & June 20th 3-5:30pm
Camp Runs June 23rd through August 15th
Jewish Life Specialist
● Plan and execute a diverse, engaging, accessible, and inclusive Jewish Life curriculum (including Israel Day) that can be modified for children from Kindergarten through high school. ● Work with other camp staff to help enhance the wider offerings of camp ● Ensure the day-to-day safety and happiness of campers while at camp ● Actively participate in activities for campers ● Plan and implement fun and engaging activities for campers while at camp ● Build on the foundation of Jewish values held by the JCC ● Fully participate in staff training and weekly meetings. ● Participate in activities with the children in the program throughout the day. This includes eating lunch, participating in singing, and being part of arrival and dismissal procedures. ● Lead an age-appropriate Shabbat service every Friday during the camp season
Requirements:
- At least 16 years old
- MA CORI/SORI/EEC background clearance
- Must be able to commit to at least 7 out of the 8 weeks of camp as well as orientation
- First Aid/CPR Certification (will be provided)
Pay Range:
- $17 - $21.50
- Placement dependent on education level and years of experience