Laguna Blanca School is a college preparatory, coeducational day school located on two campuses in Santa Barbara, California. Grades EK-4 are located on a quaint campus in Montecito, while Grades 5-12 are located on Laguna’s historic campus in idyllic Hope Ranch. Laguna Blanca emphasizes its core values of scholarship, character, balance, and community in its programs.
We need talented individuals who are interested in joining our Summer @ Laguna team. We are open to experienced professionals and also those looking to start their careers in education.
This year’s summer offerings can be found here. POSITIONS AVAILABLE:Assistant Teacher Serve as either an assistant to a lead teacher or as a general counselor for a specific camp. Responsible for the general supervision of 15-18 campers’ daily movements, with rotating responsibilities for drop off, pick up, snack, and lunch. Note: graduating high school seniors may serve as assistant teachers. 8-3 pm daily. $650 per week.
Camp Support StaffHelp the camp director with logistics - food, drop-off, pick-up, and the daily running of the camps. Note: graduating high school seniors may serve as camp support staff. 8-3 pm daily. $650 per week.
CIT Serve in assistant roles to both lead, co, and assistant teachers.
Jr. CITs (rising 5-8th graders) assist teachers and older CITs. – $195 tuition to attend.
CITs (rising 9-10th graders) co-supervise campers, assist teachers. – Earn community service
Sr. CITs (rising 11-12th graders) supervise and co-supervise campers and assist teachers and camp director(s). – Earn community service or $200 for 11th graders and $300 for 12th graders
TIMING: Summer @ Laguna runs over an eight-week period: June 17th - August 9th, 2024. Camp staff may work any combination of these weeks, depending on need and availability.
PAY: See above for specific pay ranges for different positions. Prior to employment, livescan and background check are required for all positions, except CITs.
REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Provide frequent, constructive, objective, and prompt feedback to campers
Collegial collaboration, a growth mindset, and an ability to learn constructively
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Creative analytical and problem-solving skills
Organizational skills and attention to detail
Interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain professionalism and tact
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: See above for specific requirements for different positions.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
● Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times
● Must be able to traverse school facility and lead campers to safety in the event of an emergency
Laguna Blanca School does not discriminate based on gender, race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any characteristic that is legally protected under applicable local, state, or federal law. This nondiscrimination policy includes but is not limited to admission, financial aid, educational programs, athletics, and employment.
TO APPLY: Please email a resume and short statement of interest to Zack Moore, Director of Summer Programs -
zmoore@lagunablanca.org