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Form of workLakeside School, an independent coeducational day school located in North Seattle, is currently recruiting for an Investigative Learning Camp Office Assistant for summer 2024 . The Investigative Learning Camp is an academic summer camp designed for students entering grades 3-8. The position will be part time. The Office Assistant works from June 28 - Aug. 2, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Visit https://www.lakesideschool.org/summer/investigative-learning-camp to learn more about this camp and to see descriptions of the courses and activities offered for Summer 2024.
Responsibilities
- This position reports to the Director of Summer School Programs and is responsible for providing administrative support for the four-week Investigative Learning Camp.
- Assist Investigative Camp Director in preparing orientation materials for the Investigative Learning Camp faculty and counselor orientation.
- Assist with supply ordering and organizing.
- Assist with classroom preparation at the beginning of the summer and supply pack-up at the end of camp.
- Supervise check-in and check-out procedures.
- Provide training for the counselors on the check-in and check-out procedures
- Oversee late arrival check in and early release requests.
- Distribute and collect attendance.
- Assist Camp Director with collection of camp photographs and with the publication of a weekly email to parents and guardians.
- Assist Camp Director with fielding parent, teacher, and student inquiries when they enter the Camp Office.
- Help maintain a welcoming, helpful culture in the Camp Office.
- Other duties as assigned by the Investigative Learning Camp Director or the Director of Summer School Programs
Requirements and Qualifications
- A high school degree
- Ability to work with young campers, high-school aged counselors, and fellow administrative staff.
- Knowledge of Lakeside's academic program and standards of excellence
- Proficiency in Excel, Word, and the Google suite; ability learn new software systems
- First Aid and CPR certification obtained before July 2
- Willingness to drive a school minibus is a plus. You must be over 25 years of age and have a clean driving record to receive Lakeside minibus certification.
- Candidates must satisfactorily complete at least two criminal background checks
Personal Attributes:
Compensation
The stipend for this position is $4,200. While working on campus, lunch is included.
Application Process
Interested candidates should visit Lakeside School's careers website to apply online. The application process will remain open until a qualified candidate has accepted an offer. Applicants being considered will be interviewed. Interviews will be conducted via Zoom. For additional questions regarding this opportunity, please contact Kat Yorks, Director of Summer School Programs, by email, kat.yorks@lakesideschool.org, or by phone, 206-440-2701. PLEASE DO NOT SEND APPLICATION MATERIALS TO KAT YORKS'S E-MAIL. Application materials need to be submitted online.
Working At Lakeside
At Lakeside we are committed to sustaining a school in which individuals representing diverse cultures and experiences instruct one another in the meaning and value of community. To learn more about working at Lakeside, including our professional development and mentoring programs, benefits, diversity and inclusion, and opportunities for involvement in non-academic programs, please visit our Careers page on the Lakeside School website.
- Demonstrated cultural awareness, including knowledge of themselves and the cultural lenses they bring to interactions. The candidate will understand different perspectives; interact respectfully with cultures other than their own; and cultivate meaningful relationships with people that have different cultural frameworks.
- Prior experience working with a diverse student population and demonstrated equity and inclusion mindset. Candidates should be aware of their own identity and biases; candidates actively work to create an inclusive work environment.
- Excellent communication and human relation skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Positive and collaborative attitude
- Sense of humor and enthusiasm
Compensation
The stipend for this position is $4,200. While working on campus, lunch is included.
Application Process
Interested candidates should visit Lakeside School's careers website to apply online. The application process will remain open until a qualified candidate has accepted an offer. Applicants being considered will be interviewed. Interviews will be conducted via Zoom. For additional questions regarding this opportunity, please contact Kat Yorks, Director of Summer School Programs, by email, kat.yorks@lakesideschool.org, or by phone, 206-440-2701. PLEASE DO NOT SEND APPLICATION MATERIALS TO KAT YORKS'S E-MAIL. Application materials need to be submitted online.
Working At Lakeside
At Lakeside we are committed to sustaining a school in which individuals representing diverse cultures and experiences instruct one another in the meaning and value of community. To learn more about working at Lakeside, including our professional development and mentoring programs, benefits, diversity and inclusion, and opportunities for involvement in non-academic programs, please visit our Careers page on the Lakeside School website.
Equity in hiring: According to various studies, women and people of color are more likely to not apply for a job if they see themselves as not meeting every requirement of the posting, which means employers miss meeting potentially ideal candidates. Lakeside School is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where employees from diverse cultures are affirmed and equipped to lead an inclusive learning environment for our students. Please apply even if you don't meet every single requirement.
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