Early Learning Center Summer Counselors

JCC Greater Boston, a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a vibrant and inclusive community, seeks enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team as a Godine Early Learning Center Summer Counselor. As an Early Learning Center Summer Counselor at JCC Greater Boston, you will play a vital role in providing children with a safe, nurturing, and fun experience. In this role, you can plan and implement engaging activities, foster friendships, and create lasting memories for children.

The starting salary for this position is $18.00-$20.00 an hour. The salary offered will ultimately be determined by the scope of the position, the candidate’s relevant experience, and internal equity. This seasonal position will run from June 21st through August 23rd. The schedule will be Monday through Friday, 8:30 am—4:30 pm.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, supervise, and lead a variety of age-appropriate activities

• Create a positive and inclusive environment where children can thrive
• Ensure the safety and well-being of children at all times
• Build meaningful relationships with children and families
• Collaborate with a supportive team of counselors and leadership
• Communicate with parents/guardians regarding children's experiences
• Follow all Early Learning Center policies and procedures
• Assist children with toileting and supervise children inside and outside in all seasons.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.  

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted at the JCC’s discretion to meet minimum criteria.

Skills & Abilities:

• Experience and a passion for working with children
• Ability to be energetic, flexible, and patient
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team setting
• Commitment to creating an inclusive and nurturing environment for all children
• CPR and First Aid certification is preferred

Physical Requirements:  Able to work in person. Requires daily outside playground duties. Ability to climb stairs or hills to outside space for various activities. Must be able to climb stairs with children between floors or in an emergency. Ability to continually bend, kneel, and reach. Lift and carry young children, 20-30 pounds, regularly. Frequently stoop or squat to be at the child’s eye level. Frequently sits on the floor or in very small chairs. Assist children with toileting and supervise children inside and outside in all seasons.

ADA Statement:  Individuals must possess these criteria for knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation and using some other combination of skills and abilities.

Organization Information

Since opening its doors in 1983, JCC Greater Boston has been committed to its mission of creating a vibrant, inclusive, and diverse community by nurturing meaningful and lasting relationships. Through our network of early learning centers, day camps, regional teen and family programs, health and wellness offerings, and adult arts and ideas classes, JCC Greater Boston provides highly valued connections, learning, and experiences for the Jewish community and friends.

JCC Greater Boston staff enjoy working in an innovative, friendly, and welcoming environment where their talents and contributions are appreciated. In our recent employee survey, staff rated close to 90% positive for their experiences of direct management and organizational alignment. If you are interested in upgrading your working experience and/or having a better work-life balance, we encourage you to explore becoming part of the JCC team!

The JCC is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While proudly Jewish, we strive to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston's core values: Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation, which we hope resonate with all.

To learn more about what makes JCC Greater Boston a wonderful place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.bostonjcc.org/careers/

JCC Greater Boston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich a diverse environment, we actively encourage applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.

Benefits

In addition to a rewarding position where you care for a community, the JCC Greater Boston provides competitive benefits, including:

• A competitive salary
• A fun, active work culture and community
• Complimentary summer access to the JCC Greater Boston facility in Newton – offering indoor swimming and workout facilities
• Outstanding working environment, including convenient, free parking

Benefits are subject to review and change by the Organization.