Salary: Full Time Seasonal Non-Exempt $18-23 BOE.

 

Qualified candidates only, please e-mail your resume to [email protected]. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Candidates must have or the ability to obtain at the time of hire adult & child CPR, first Aid & AED certification.

Visit https://www.sunrisedaycamp-oc.org/ to learn more about our organization and to apply to join the Sunrise OC Team today!

 

Merage Jewish Community Center of Orange County is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/D/V.

Location: Samueli Academy, Santa Ana

Reports to: Chief Operating Officer / Sunrise Director - Zach Guller

Job Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Seasonal

POSITION PURPOSE:

The Program Coordinator will be responsible for creating, implementing, and supervising the programs and activities at Sunrise Day Camp. This role requires close collaboration with the Camp Director, Assistant Director, logistics team, and other staff to ensure a fun, engaging, and safe environment for all campers.

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

Program Development & Planning:

• Develop on-site camp program calendars, schedules and events.
• Work with the Camp Director and Assistant Director to design and maintain camp programs for campers, families, and staff.
• Manage daily schedules, event calendars, and activity plans for various age groups.
• Create a pre-designed program with high and low energy activities throughout the day according to the needs of the campers.
• Confirm logistics for special events and entertainment.

Staff Coordination & Support:

• Supervise counselors, unit heads, specialists, and logistics staff to ensure smooth operations.
• Assist in staff training, orientation, and appreciation events.
• Provide support with behavioral or special needs issues.

Parent & Community Engagement:

• Assist with parent communication and serve as a point of contact for inquiries.
• Lead family and donor tours when needed.
• Contribute to the Parent Newsletter.

Operational Support:

• Assist with the setup and breakdown of camp operations.
• Ensure safety protocols are followed for program activities and equipment.
• Maintain group lists and ensure proper staff-to-camper ratios.
• Track inventory and ensure all necessary materials are available.
• Ensure that all program services vendors submit any necessary documents including W-9’s, insurance information, health screening, etc.

Special Programming:

• Organize and implement special events, Late Night Programming, and themed days.
• Oversee the execution of rainy-day activities and ensure all forms are up-to-date.

Pre-Camp Opening Responsibilities:

• Create camper groups based on age, gender, and special needs, ensuring a balanced mix of counselors, paying attention to 1:1 needs.
• Develop camp schedules, including a First Day plan and rainy-day activities.
• Working with Camp Director to assign Specialists for activities or groups.
• Coordinate Unit Head and Staff Orientations.

Summer Responsibilities:

• Monitor staff and camper participation, ensuring appropriate staffing levels.
• Oversee specialist-led activities and provide backup when needed.
• Maintain safety standards for all equipment and activities.
• This position involves regular cleaning and sanitizing of both the campsite and program equipment to maintain a safe and hygienic environment
• Respond to programming and behavioral issues promptly.
• Coordinate with swim staff to assign campers to appropriate swim groups.
• Run morning & afternoon round-up to engage the campers.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

 Supervise logistics staff, counselors, unit heads, specialists, and vendors.

ORGANIZATIONAL CHART

This position reports to: Chief Operations Officer/Sunrise OC Director

RELATIONSHIP BUILDING

Sunrise OC Day Camp daily activities include arts and crafts, music, sports, swimming, dance, Daily activities include arts and crafts, music, sports, swimming, dance, S.T.E.A.M (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics), and many more. All activities are modified to meet every child’s needs and abilities. Goals include helping children develop friendships, confidence, and interpersonal skills, while enjoying the simple pleasures of childhood.

DECISION MAKING

Requires the use of judgment to plan, perform; general decisions are made to solve a problem or select a course of action for a standard or recognized method of operation.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Type of supervision:

General Supervision

Typical Assignments:

Assignments are both task-oriented and objective-oriented. Follows established procedures for routine work; receives specific instruction or non-routine problems.

Review of Work:

Work is reviewed for soundness of judgment and overall adequacy in meeting objectives.

Typical Job Level:

Intermediate-level professional, technical and administrative positions and 1st level supervisors.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Must be available for the full summer camp season (June 16th to August 1st), with the additional staff orientation week of June 9th – 13th.

Reliable transportation required.

May be required to work in special environments such as community events, camp locations, Family Fun Day locations, and fundraising events.

Must complete Staff Medical Form (Signed by provider) and obtain required immunization records, or have an immunization exemption form signed by your provider.

Must complete a live scan prior to starting role.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Camp or related recreation experience (coaching, team-building, etc.).

Experience working with children of all ages.

The minimum amount of formal or informal education required to successfully perform the position is education or job knowledge equivalent to college or university undergraduate education, and the minimum amount of relevant work experience required to successfully perform it, is at least 2 to 4 years.

SKILLS REQUIRED 

Enthusiastic, outgoing, and adaptable          

Math Skills

Strong Communication Skills

Strong Written Skills  

Reasoning Skills

Computer Skills

Excellent Leadership Skills

Managerial Skills

Problem Solving and Analytical Skills

Administrative and Organizational Skills

Networking Skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Stand

Walk

Sit

Talk/Hear

Use hands to finger, handle or feel

Climb or balance

Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl

Reach with hands or arms

There is a 30-pound lifting weight and standing for extended periods requirement in this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This role involves working outdoors and being exposed to the sun for significant portions of the day.

This job requires the ability to participate in water activities, including swimming, as a regular part of the role.

The typical level of noise for the work environment of this position is:

Moderate Noise (business office with computer printers, light traffic), Outdoor weather conditions and Loud Noise (kid’s screaming, laughing and sports activities)

There are no job duties affected by the environmental conditions.

 

Reggio Emilia inspired Preschool environment in an Infant/Toddler classroom. Candidates must have experience as an Infant/Toddler teacher. 

 

We are looking for full-time early childhood educators that will work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.  Shifts will vary during school hours, between 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. The school environment is a creative, safe and nurturing place, where children explore and learn through an emergent curriculum inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy.  Judaic values and traditions are incorporated into everyday learning. We strive for a diverse and inclusive community and welcome applicants from all cultural and religious backgrounds.

 

The physical demands described here must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position:
 Talk and hear, full use of hands and fingers to handle, feel objects, tools, or keyboards; and reach with hands and arms, occasional moving/lifting/carrying of weigh ranging from 10-40 pounds, walking or standing for up to four (4) hours at a time with a 10-minute break,  squatting, bending and stooping to a significant degree, reaching overhead while balancing approximately 10 lbs, pushing and pulling approximately 10 lbs and specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.
 
 MUST HAVE 12 or more units of Early Childhood Education coursework including:
 (1) Child Development
 (2) Child, Family, Community
 (3) Early Childhood Curriculum/Practicum/Guidance
 (4) Infant/Toddler Curriculum
 
 All qualified candidates are required to e-mail a copy of official or non-official transcripts for proof of all California state licensing ECE/CD/HD coursework completion. To: [email protected]  and [email protected]

 

Candidates with missing coursework will not be considered. Candidates must be US Citizens and have proof of US citizenship. Candidates must have adult & child CPR, first Aid & AED certification or be willing to obtain certification before hire date. 
 

Competitive wages based on years of experience and education. 

 

Reggio Emilia inspired Preschool environment in an Infant/Toddler classroom. Candidates must have experience as an Infant/Toddler teacher. 

 

We are looking for full-time early childhood educators that will work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.  Shifts will vary during school hours, between 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. The school environment is a creative, safe and nurturing place, where children explore and learn through an emergent curriculum inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy.  Judaic values and traditions are incorporated into everyday learning. We strive for a diverse and inclusive community and welcome applicants from all cultural and religious backgrounds.

 

The physical demands described here must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position:
 Talk and hear, full use of hands and fingers to handle, feel objects, tools, or keyboards; and reach with hands and arms, occasional moving/lifting/carrying of weigh ranging from 10-40 pounds, walking or standing for up to four (4) hours at a time with a 10-minute break,  squatting, bending and stooping to a significant degree, reaching overhead while balancing approximately 10 lbs, pushing and pulling approximately 10 lbs and specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.
 
 MUST HAVE 12 or more units of Early Childhood Education coursework including:
 (1) Child Development
 (2) Child, Family, Community
 (3) Early Childhood Curriculum/Practicum/Guidance
 (4) Infant/Toddler Curriculum
 
 All qualified candidates are required to e-mail a copy of official or non-official transcripts for proof of all California state licensing ECE/CD/HD coursework completion. To: [email protected]  and [email protected]

 

Candidates with missing coursework will not be considered. Candidates must be US Citizens and have proof of US citizenship. Candidates must have adult & child CPR, first Aid & AED certification or be willing to obtain certification before hire date. 
 
 

Competitive wages based on years of experience and education. 

 

Club J Enrichment Counselor

DAY-TO-DAY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implement and lead Group Cycling classes.
• Orient, motivate and safely instruct members in our Group Cycling classes
• Enforce member service operations policies and procedures.
• Promote programs to members and participants.
• Work with supervisor regarding program information, class changes, and member service issues.
• Set-up and dismantle equipment where needed.
• Document and/or report incidents.
• Follow and enforce safety regulations and other policies and procedures.
• Carries out all responsibilities in an honest, ethical and professional manner.

Qualifications

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Must be Group Cycling and/or Spin certified.
• CPR and First Aid certifications required.
• Prior experience leading a Group Cycling class or in exercise instruction.
• Ability to positively motivate members/children/participants in fitness activities.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer and results orientation.
• Ability to interact effectively at all ages, levels and across diverse cultures.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Basic certificate courses from accredited agencies such as AFAA, ACE, etc.

 

For more information contact [email protected]

The Merage Jewish Community Center of Orange County in Irvine, Ca is seeking a Specialist for the JCC Waves Swimming Team and Aquatics Department.
Duties involve pioneering swimmer development from swim lessons to the JCC Waves swim team.  This bridge into competitive swimming will involve skill recognition from observing tryouts/lessons and the identifying of families that will remain committed to the discipline of swimming.  Continuing to foster that talent into the 10 yr old and younger Competition group.  Developing a strong base of swimmers for years to come.

Responsibilities include:

• Has a significant role in the teaching, modifying and executing JCC Waves 9 and under age group program development. This will have a team wide impact.
• Has a commitment to moving the “best” candidates from lessons to team. A systematic process that will become standard.
• Primary coach for the Splash and assists the Fitness I group. Create a roadmap for swimmers to move into the Champion I group.
• Create and execute daily workouts, including setting up the pool for practices, for Splash and Fitness I.
• Additional collaboration with other groups as needed including substitute coaching a group from time to time.
• Provide a positive, encouraging, and challenging atmosphere in which all swimmers, regardless of ability, may improve their skills.
• Treat all swimmers with equal care and concern, regardless of ability.
• Attend additional practices during summer months or holidays in the am hours.
• Create a competitive environment in which the swimmers in Splash and Fitness I groups have a large avenue to succeed. Stroke acquisition and training utilization is a priority.
• Input/enter, update and track swim meet entries, results, and time improvements for Splash and Fitness I through the Team Unify system.
• Develop goal setting with the swimmers in the fall and again in the spring.
• Maintain a positive and supportive attitude toward the other members of the coaching staff, swimmers of all ability and parents.
• Clock in hours in the ADP system.
• Create content for the JCC Waves using email, social media and team web site.
• Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Social Media
• Must be organized, possess good customer service, communication skills (parents & swimmers) and be dedicated to working for the Aquatic Community at the JCC.

Compensation includes:

• Part Time – 16 hours per week at $18.00
• Swim meet sessions for 10 & under up to 4 meet sessions per month.
• As needed swim meet sessions during championship meets or as substitute for another coach.
• Continuing education, including ASCA, NFHS, ISCA, etc. classes, paid for. (Membership to associations not included)
• Occasional professional clinics admission paid for. Travel cost not included unless budgeted from the prior year.

Reports to Supervisor: Chris Duncan, Director of Aquatics & Head Coach JCC Waves

Email [email protected] with your resume