Camp Hope Horizon Summer Intern

NOTE: MUST BE AVAILABLE
Training: June 8th – June 11th
Summer Program: June 15th – July 24th

Camp Hope Horizon is a six- week, summer day-camp program for upwards of 100 elementary and middle school students in East Palo Alto. Both elementary & middle school students in rising TK through 9th (current TK/PreK through 8th) grade will receive academic support, engage in exciting STEM and art projects, fun games, character building, and outings with a host of other nonacademic programming.

Camp Hope Horizon will run Monday through Friday, from 8:00 am – 3:15 pm. The purpose of the role is to encourage and provide opportunities for professional development and growth in the areas of spirituality and/or child development and education. This internship offers hands-on leadership experience, fulfills community service hours, and can count toward school credit.

Responsibilities:
• Assist classroom leaders by leading group activities, tutoring students and mentoring them. 
• Be available to learn classroom curriculum and support academic and extracurricular lessons.
• Provide & implement appropriate behavioral correction in adherence to Hope Horizon standards and policies.
• Communicate with Classroom Leader, Program Manager and/or Director of Programs regarding student concerns, progress, or any other program concerns.
• Be prompt, organized and meet deadlines pertaining to the program and intern role.
• Assist in preparing the building, field and classrooms for Camp Hope Horizon prior to the program start.
• Support daily program operations by maintaining facilities, collaborating with staff and interns, and following all Hope Horizon EPA safety policies and procedures
• Contribute to the preparation and implementation of the end-of-summer showcase.

Schedule: 
• June 8th – June 11th: Report for training & preparation prior to program start from 8am-12pm
• June 15th – July 24th: Program dates, hours will be from 7:30 am – 4:00 pm 
• July 24th: End of summer celebration 7:30 am – 7:30 pm (breaks required)

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Qualifications/Background:

• Agreement with Statement of Faith and commitment to the mission of Hope Horizon East Palo Alto
• Academic Year: Preference for Junior in high school or above.  Freshman/Sophomores, inquire before applying
• Ability to work with a team and follow instructions from classroom leads, senior program staff, and other staff members employed by Hope Horizon
• Willingness to participate collaboratively, supportively, and enthusiastically on a diverse team
• Some prior experience working with youth

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Before You Begin

This application will take approximately 20 minutes to complete and cannot be saved for later. Please set aside enough time to finish in one session. We recommend reviewing the questions below and preparing your responses in a separate document before you begin.