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Form of workAre you...
- A curious and creative mentor excited to bridge intellect, heart, and imagination during summer day camp programming?
- A compassionate and collaborative educator and role model for students?
- An enthusiastic community member eager to collaborate and build relationships?
- A mentor that loves empowering students through integrity, compassion, and responsibility?
Yes? Then read on!
Ideal candidates possess a background in working with pre-Kindergarten and elementary children, previous experience working with diverse learners, and share the belief that diversity brings perspectives and authentic experiences central to preparing responsible and active global citizens.
We seek someone who enjoys partnering with staff, and is passionate and committed to meeting the needs of students in an afterschool setting. The ideal candidate demonstrates a commitment to advancing our belief that the challenges of our world require culturally competent, well-rounded, critically thinking individuals who are empowered to inquire, investigate, innovate, and impact their communities. We also seek candidates committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion with the belief that a learning environment that is inclusive and more diverse will promote a deeper understanding of varying points of view, and will fuel innovation, creativity, and progressive change.
Who we are:
An independent pre-Kindergarten to 5th school, The Meridian School is located in a grand, century-old building nestled in verdant 6.5-acre Meridian Park in the Wallingford neighborhood of Seattle, WA. The school cultivates a balance of mind and heart to nurture caring and confident learners prepared to thrive in and contribute to their local and global communities. Education at Meridian is much more than lessons in the classroom or problem-solving on Smart Boards. It's about life. Meridian is a place where the joy of childhood infuses the excitement of learning. By integrating curriculum, citizenship, and community, the school provides the foundation for well-rounded students.
At the core of Meridian's philosophy is the relationship between teachers and students. Small classes ensure that students thrive; children feel known, and safe both intellectually and emotionally. The intimate learning environment affords rich opportunities for cooperative and interactive experiences - we believe that student participation and personal choice lead to a powerful investment in and passion for learning. The curriculum promotes integration across subjects, connected to thinking, and real-world application. The school's inclusive community supports all learners and encourages active listing to different viewpoints and opinions. Learning how to solve problems and make good choices are a priority, as is respect for oneself, others, and the environment.
Meridian prompts diversity of thought and identity by bringing together community and curriculum, connecting awareness to actions, and celebrating the contribution of the individual community. We believe that the challenges in our world require culturally-competent, well-rounded, critically thinking individuals who are prepared to be responsible and active global citizens; that diversity brings perspectives and authentic experiences central to an education that balances the intellectual, emotional, and social growth of children; and, that a school community and learning environment that is inclusive and diverse will promote a deeper understanding of varying points of view, and will fuel innovation, creativity, and progressive change.
About Meridian's Summer Quest Program:
Our program is designed to offer opportunities for youth to create, learn, play, explore, have fun, and make new friends. These memorable seven weeks are full of summer adventure, fun, and learning. Summer Quest Day Camp groups (ages 4.5-12) will engage in activities that are appropriate and enjoyable for the group members' age and developmental level. Campers participate in arts and crafts projects, sports, games, drama, community projects and events, multicultural events, and more. These activities revolve around a weekly theme. All groups have three off-campus and two on-campus days each week.
Job Summary:
Both within a team environment and under minimal supervision creates a safe and engaging space for campers in the Summer Quest program. Uses their unique expertise and experiences to connect with students through positive social interaction, age-appropriate field trips, projects and crafts, and play.
