Flagstaff Academy
Dragon Flight Care Summer Camp
Group Leader/Lead
On-Site Position
5 days at 8 hours per day or 4 days at 10 hours per day, 30-40 hours per week (flexible)7:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., Monday - Friday Tuesday, May 28 - Friday July 19
Hourly Rate Range:
$16.50 - $17.50 per hour/Group Leader
$18.00 - $19.00 per hour /Lead
SUMMARY : Lead and supervise children in the Care and Enrichment program during opening, closing, education, off site, and recreational activities. Duties include providing direction, guidance and assistance to children; assisting with discipline situations; ensuring child safety and security; communicating with staff and children; cleaning the areas used by the program participants; transporting children; and assisting the Child Care Director in preparing for and implementing a variety of educational, enrichment and recreational activities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Guide and assist children during crafts, art projects, games and other activities to engage them in program experiences. Meet individual needs of children. Monitor and guide student behavior during activities, effectively manage student discipline situations, and encourage and support positive behavior.
2. Assist in creating interesting and educational activities to engage the interest of all children. Support the Child Care Director in implementing indoor and outdoor activities.
3. Keep the storage areas, tables and toys clean and sanitized.
4. Assist children with special needs; assist with supervision of children on the playground and during other activities; transport, assist, and supervise children on field trips.
5. Communicate by action, demeanor, tone of voice and attitude that every child is safe and important. Build trust, nurture and care for children. Communicate in a positive and respectful way with parents, co-workers and supervisors.
6. Assist with the monitoring/tracking of children and monitor the security of the building and playground at all times to ensure children's health and safety. Assist in providing general First Aid/CPR when needed.
7. Observe and report suspected cases of child abuse or neglect to the Director.
8. Participate in staff meetings and training as required/appropriate.
9. Comply with the Colorado Department of Human Services, the County Health Department; and the school's policies, rules and regulations.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE: Group Leader qualified through the Colorado Department of Human Services LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or CERTIFICATIONS: Criminal background checks through CBI and FBI required for hire Must be at least 18 years of age 15 clock hours of training through the Colorado Department of Human Services must be immediately completed Must complete driving test and training to drive 14 passenger vehicles TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES: Oral and written communication skills English language skill Interpersonal relations skills Personal computer and keyboarding skills Customer service and public relations skills Critical thinking and problem solving skills Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions Ability to manage multiple priorities Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations Ability to work with students with diverse backgrounds and abilities Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, Superintendent policies and building and department procedures Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic, and educational backgrounds Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS & DIRECTION/GUIDANCE: Reports to: Dragon Flight Before and After School Care, Enrichment, and Summer Camp Director Direct reports: This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities About Flagstaff Academy Charter School
Flagstaff Academy has gained a regional reputation for academic excellence and innovation,
with a focus on science and technology. Flagstaff Academy consistently outperforms students in
the State of Colorado and the surrounding school districts. Our preschool is the only Level 5
rated preschool in the Colorado Shines program in Boulder County. The educational philosophies center on Core Knowledge while supporting national and state standards and contextual teaching/learning. In 2019, Flagstaff Academy's middle school was the first public charter school to be named a Colorado Trailblazer and National School to Watch. Flagstaff Academy's Special Education Department has been recognized as an Exceptional Charter School by the National Association of Special Education Teachers for the last three years. Our curriculum leverages ability grouping and encompasses problem based learning, collaborative/cooperative learning, project based learning, and work based learning. Flagstaff Academy cultivates a strong school culture centered around Core Virtues and Restorative Principles. We boast a qualified staff and low turnover of our professional faculty. Our students go on to the highest echelon of public and private high schools in the area.
Flagstaff Academy's mission supporting science and technology is visible throughout the building. Every classroom has a 70" interactive touchscreen display that connects students to rich Core Knowledge content. The middle school is a 1:1 Google Chromebook program where
every student in middle school is issued a Chromebook to take home throughout their Flagstaff
Academy career, and 4th-5th grade students have an assigned device at school. In addition,
Flagstaff Academy has over 320 additional Chromebooks for use throughout the school to
enable any classroom to become an instant computer lab when needed. Flagstaff Academy's
K-8 technology program includes computer literacy, engineering, robotics, cybersecurity, and
computer programming. Flagstaff Academy has a dedicated elementary science lab that
supplements the Core Knowledge sequence. The middle school science program hosts robust
science electives such as Advanced Labs, Forensics, Mythbusters, and Food Science. Our
students routinely place highly at the Corden-Pharma Regional STEM Fair.
Employees, volunteers, and consultants at Flagstaff Academy work together to fulfill the Flagstaff Academy Mission, and are expected to follow all Flagstaff Academy policies and procedures. The following description provides an overview of the responsibilities and accountability for this position. Flagstaff Academy employs professionals with a strong commitment to educational excellence, creating a fulfilling and caring environment which contributes to successful outcomes for our students.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties, responsibilities
or qualifications associated with the job. Flagstaff Academy reserves the right to modify any
descriptions contained herein provided such changes are publicly posted and disclosed to all
applicants.
To apply, send a cover letter of interest, a current resume, and three letters of recommendation/reference to , or by US mail to Employment, Flagstaff Academy, 2040 Miller Drive, Longmont, CO 80501.
