Activity Leader (Summer Camp 2026)

• About BIG IDEAS Big Ideas Educational Services incorporate a balance of fun activities in a safe, supportive environment.
• Through our programs, students strengthen their academic skills, deepen communication skills with adults and peers, and engage in recreational activities.
• We tie all our activities to academic learning, enriching the education of youth outside of school.
• We are committed to providing positive high-quality after school experiences that help young people develop skills and confidence that will help them find success in school and in life.
• Such experiences are particularly important for students who have not found success on the traditional path of text-based classroom education.

Teacher assistance will be able to assist certified teachers in all teacher duties, follow teacher instructions, prep all materials to be used in lessons. Leads the Implemention of Physical fitness component that focuses on fitness and condition training. Provides Home-Learning assistance, implements SEL componets imbeded in all topics. Leads snack distribution, Supports the set up and shut down of school site.

Duties and Responsibilities

Prepare lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrations that are engaging for K-5 students Deliver appropriate lessons for assigned area(s) of responsibility, and submit lesson plans as requested Maintain direct supervision at all times to ensure student safety Direct and redirect students in an appropriate manner to maintain student safety Remain onsite with children from the ages of 5-12, from the time of arrival until dismissal Teach the designated physical fitness, nutrition, and social skills curriculum Spend time outdoors with students completing outdoor game tasks Be able to create and maintain a learning, engaging and safe environment. Be able to follow schedules as it relates to enrichment activities (e.g. science and culture projects) Lead and assist Teachers in both indoor and outdoor activities Work with other site staff in meeting student needs, and making the experience fun, innovative, and a learning process Be able to follow the chain of command as outlines in the staff hand book Participate in weekly and or monthly meetings with other site staff Available to answer parents’ questions and concerns about their child

Qualifications

High school diploma or Higher An ability to exercise patience and support during students’ learning process Clear level Two background screening. Successfully complete the mandatory 40-hour Introductory Child-Care Training 1-2 years of childcare experience Ability to prioritize and handle multiple task effectively with little to no instruction Clear communication skills, strong organizational skills, and excellent interpersonal skills Is a positive and enthusiastic educator who believes in the potential in all children and motivates them to do their best each day Model of pro-active integrity and ethics Trustworthy, timely and reliable This position description may not describe all duties, responsibilities and skills associated with this position. It is intended to portray the major aspects of the job and is not meant to be all inclusive. Other duties or skills may be required.

• Employment History and Reference Check Pursuant to s.402.302(13), Florida Statutes, child care personnel are subject to an employment history check as part of required background screening. Provide the following information about your previous employment: *In Chronological order (most recent job first) *At least(1) jobs, even if more than a two-year period *If you have worked more than three jobs in the past two years, list all jobs within the past ;l09two(2) years.
• Volunteer applicants must complete a minimum of one reference check.