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15 people are interested
Summer Camp Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Hampden Family Center
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15 people are interested
The Hampden Family Center operates a six-week summer enrichment program for community youth in grades 1-5. The camp will run from June 24th, 2019 through August 2nd, 2019, Monday through Friday from 9am-5pm.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide logistical and safety support onsite and during offsite excursions
- Assist staff with the supervision of children during daily activities, which include breakfast, lunch and snacks, indoor activities (reading and math exercises), outdoor activities (swimming, yoga, etc.) and enrichment activities (art, music, computers, etc.)
- Provide one-on-one and small group assistance to campers throughout the day
- Assist children with reading and math skills
- Fully participate in all enrichment activities
- Interact with children in a friendly, safe, and respectful manner
- Be on duty for the entire scheduled shift
- Work as part of a team of volunteers and staff to provide a welcoming and respectful atmosphere for the children
Qualifications
- Volunteers must be at least 16 years of age
- Volunteers must have at least one year’s experience with children, preferably in an educational environment
- Volunteers must complete an application and attend an orientation prior to start
Time Commitment
- Shifts are available June 24th, 2019 through August 2nd, 2019
- Shifts are available Monday through Friday from 9am-5pm, and may be split to a 9am-12pm shift or a 12-5pm shift
- Preference will be given to volunteers who can commit to at least two days per week for the duration of three weeks
More opportunities with Hampden Family Center
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Hampden Family Center
Location:
1104-1108 West 36th Street, Baltimore, MD 21211, US
Mission Statement
The mission of the Hampden Family Center is to enrich the lives of Hampden residents through education and professional support, and to encourage individual growth and community fellowship.
Description
The Family Center has served as a "hub" for community activities in Hampden for 26. We provide programs and support services for all who live, learn and work in the community. Here, children enjoy after-school and summer enrichment programs. Adults can participate in literacy classes to brush up on their math, reading and writing skills in preparation for the GED class and exam. And seniors from the community can enjoy monthly lunches with their peers. In addition, we offer emergency and benefit assistance programs.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1104-1108 West 36th StreetBaltimore, MD 21211
DATE POSTED
April 29, 2019
SKILLS
- Child Development
- Youth Services
- Mentoring
- Child Care
- Reading / Writing
- STEM
GOOD FOR
- Teens
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 16
- Orientation or Training