Summer Camp Reading Teacher Job Description
To plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that
guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic reading potential
Essential Job Functions
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Must be able to communicate with campers in a positive manner, even when disciplining
Maturity and pose when enforcing the rules and fulfilling job functions
High expectations – genuinely believe that all students can learn and succeed.
Team player – communicate openly and truthfully with LKS staff members.
Specific Responsibilities
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Provides direct instruction to students in a full classroom setting and small groups
Establish clear objectives for all lessons, unites and projects using formal and informal
assessment date obtained from students.
Use a variety of instructional techniques and literacy materials consistent with reading/language
are common core standards.
Collaborates, with Lead Teacher regarding students who may need specialized interventions.
Provide written evidence of preparation and results upon request of the director.
Conducts student assessments to identify those who need extra tutoring, planning instruction,
and/or to assist staff members in learning various assessment techniques. Assess the
accomplishments of students on a regular basis and maintain accurate, completed and correct
records of the progress of each student.
Help locate and promote materials to improve reading instruction.
Other duties as assigned by the director or assistant director.
Education and Experience
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Bachelors degree or seeking a Bachelors degree in education or two years working with
children preferable in a school environment, with major or minor in reading or a reading
endorsement
Meet professional teacher education requirements of State of Ohio Common Core Standards
Proven ability to effectively communicated with and related to urban children and parents
Ability to work independently or within a team
Key Competencies
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Verbal and written communication skills
Professional personal presentation
Customer service orientation
Information management
Organizing and planning
Attention to detail
Initiative
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Reliability
Stress tolerance