Summer Program Coordinator

The Salvation Army; an internationally recognized non-profit, faith based organization, has job opening for the Summer Program Coordinator for the Metro Atlanta Area Command Boy & Girls Club Bellwood located in Atlanta Georgia.Job SummaryPlans and provides activities for school-age children participating in The Salvation Army Bellwood Boys and Girls Club Summer Day Camp Programs; plans, develops, and facilitates character/leadership development, health/fitness/hygiene/nutrition training, education attainment, homework assistance, basic skill development in reading, writing and math, basic computer knowledge, and life/coping skills; prepares and maintains program records; maintains cleanliness and orderliness of The Salvation Army Bellwood Boys and Girls Club property.Knowledge, Skills, AbilitiesKnowledge of the principles and practices of Child Behavior and Development; Knowledge of the principles and practices of early childhood curriculum development; Knowledge of the principles and practices of First Aid and C.P.R. and ability to ensure the safety of children; Ability to teach children Christian values as well as general early childhood educational curriculum; Ability to plan, develop, and implement effective childhood programs and activities; Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language; Ability to observe children and ensure their safety; Ability to use/operate general office equipment, playground equipment, kitchen equipment, recreation equipment and computer.Education and ExperienceHigh school diploma or G.E.D. preferred, And Two (2)years experience teaching child development programs in a church or pre-school, Or Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.Licenses and CertificationsValid State Driver’s License; C.P.R. and First Aid CertificationPhysical Requirements/Working Conditions.Ability to meet attendance requirements; Duties are usually performed by combinations of sitting, standing, and walking on a frequent change basis. Work is performed in a normal child care environment where there physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.Additional Information:All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.To apply, please select the “Apply Now” icon at the bottom of this posting.Application Submittal Period:3/16/2021 to 5/10/2021All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled