Job Description
Summary Program Information:
University Avenue Discovery Center provides a unique summer camp adventure for students. We hire teachers who lead fun-filled activities in the heart of downtown Madison. Students benefit from enrichment classes taught by outside specialists including: yoga, dance, music and theater. We learn to explore parts of the community depending on developmental level and interests of the children. The groups typically take the city bus or chartered buses to explore surroundings near and far, like farms, water parks and state parks etc. Nutritious whole foods are prepared for staff and children including; breakfast, lunch and snack onsite by our own chef with many ingredients sourced from a local organic farm.
UADC believes strongly in keeping a small student-to-teacher ratio to maximize the individual attention that our students receive. The unique interest of the group is taken into account when planning learning activities, field trips and guest expert visits. An emphasis is placed on inquiry based curriculum, arts enrichment, the building of strong relationships and fun!
Our first priority is that UADC Summer Camp is a positive experience for children, parents, and staff. The UADC staff works closely with parents and other caregivers to accommodate the needs of any child. The UADC Summer Camp program facility is accessible to those with physical disabilities.
A Typical Day at Camp starts with as early as 7:15 a.m. When campers arrive they have a choice between joining in a group activity or engaging in their own choice of projects. Breakfast is offered between 8:00 and 8:30. At 8:45 the group meets to discuss the day and to work on community building activities. Each day varies slightly depending on the enrichment schedule.
What is Project Based Work? Project based work is a way to allow our campers to do in-depth exploration based on a particular interest. Campers might take several field trips to a place of interest, invite experts to speak with them at camp, make replicas of real-life things or create community initiatives based on what they have investigated. Project work integrates into all areas of the curriculum and utilizes student's excitement as momentum during the learning process.
What are some examples of field trips? State Parks, picnic point, UW Space Place, Henry Vilas Zoo, the Arboretum, the UW Dairy Barn, Babcock Hall, Monona Terrace, UW Campus departments of interest, Madison Children's Museum, local libraries, MMoCA, Chazen, Olbrich Gardens, local farms, Madison Farmers Market as well as some farther away places like Cave of the Mounds or the Wisconsin Dells. Parental support is welcome during field trips as well as any other time of the day!
Duties Goals for Working with Children:
To assist in developing a positive self-concept by creating a comfortable and safe atmosphere in which children can interact.
To assist in developing physical awareness by providing an opportunity for large and small motor activities, both in and out of doors.
To assist in developing a child's ability to solve problems by providing opportunities for individual and group activities.
To assist in developing creative abilities by offering opportunities for self-expression in art, music and dramatic play.
This is a limited time job and would start in May 2024 and end in September 2024.
Requirements Job Qualifications and Requirements:
18 years of age or older.
Meet Licensing requirements for a Lead Teacher.
Good communication skills, cooperative attitude, ability to work alone, take responsibility, show initiative, and take direction.
Has group child care experience OR is working toward a degree in Education, Early Childhood Education, a related field.
Complete a Criminal Background Disclosure with no criminal violations or offenses substantially related to the care of children.
Medical examination and Tb test by a licensed physician indicating no illness that might be detrimental to the welfare of children.
Teachers will demonstrate and articulate theoretical and practical knowledge of childhood development and education.
Teachers will have effective verbal and written skills in communication with the teaching team, parents, and the Executive Director.
Ability to multitask and ability to stay calm in high stress situations.
Must be covid vaccinated
After date of hire: Center orientation and training including state regulations and NAEYC standards; classroom schedule and routines; child guidance policies and regulations; Child Abuse and Neglect training; Shaken Baby Prevention Training; Emergency drills and evacuation procedures; CPR, First Aid, and AED training.
Benefits Salary is based upon experience and coursework in the field of education.
Job Tags
Full time, Summer work, Local area, Work alone,