Welcome

Thank you for deciding to do one of the most rewarding and important jobs that a Christian can offerteaching! By consenting to work with Children this summer, you have committed yourself to giving them the tools they need to succeed in life as sold-out Christians who are ready to face the challenges life brings with the knowledge that God through Jesus Christ and the aid of the Holy Spirit will guide them. There will be joys and challenges on this journey, and together as a team, we will make a memorable summer for the children and ourselves. This guide is designed to get you started as a Teacher/Coach. In it you will find what you can expect, as well as what is expected of you. It is not designed to be exhaustive, but will give you the tools to help you understand the purpose and process of Imagine...ME! Summer Day Camp. Again welcome, thank you, and I look forward to a great summer! Sincerely,

Our Goal
Our goal is to teach children how to live an abundant life in Gods image. We do this by engaging children in play with a purpose, study and exploration.

Our Method
We use nearly every opportunity to teach with an emphasis on imagining all the things we can do being made in His image.

Areas of Study

Teacher/Coach Guide
Mayfield Memorial Missionary Baptist Church
700 Sugar Creek Road West Charlotte, North Carolina 28213

Rev. Dr. Peter M. Wherry, Pastor

Phone: 704-596-7935 Fax: 704-596-1204 E-mail: mayfield700@att.net

Bethany E. Wherry
2012 Imagine...ME! Summer Camp Director

Hours
Summer Camp Hours
8:00 am6:00 pm. Teachers Hours MondayFriday 7:30am 12:30pm Coaches Hours MondayFriday 1:00pm 6:00pm

What is Harambee?
Harambee is a Kenyan tradition of community self-help events, eg. fundraising or development activities. Harambee literally means "all pull together" in Swahili, and is also the official motto of Kenya and appears on its coat of arms. Harambee events may range from informal affairs lasting a few hours, in which invitations are spread by word of mouth, to formal, multi-day events advertised in newspapers. These events have long been important in parts of East Africa, as ways to build and maintain communities. At ImagineME!, Harambee is used to build community and selfesteem by starting the day off praising God together through cheers and song and dance, and to make any important announcements for the day. All teachers are expected to participate in Harambee to model positive ways to build community and praise God.

Policy & Procedures

Supply Check-Out: All Supplies will be located in a Central location in the childrens wing. Supplies form the Activity Closet must be signed out and returned when your group is finished using them, so they will be available for other groups. Sign In/Sign Out Policy: Campers will be signed in and out by the parent in the morning and afternoon. The adult on duty at the sign out Desk must verify that the child is leaving with an approved adult that is listed in the campers file. Teachers/Coaches must sign in and out each day. The Sign In/ Sign Out book will be located at the Duty Desk in the Lobby. This must be done in addition to completing your timesheet. Closing Program: In conjunction with the Director, Teachers, Exploration Teachers Assistants and Coaches will work with students to prepare a closing program. Work that students have completed will be on display. Weekly Off Site Events/Trips: Parents or designated guardian will be required to sign a general permission slip for field trips. Adult Field Trip Leaders will be responsible to take a copy of the parental permission slips and emergency Treatment Forms on all field Trips in the event that a child needs to be taken to the doctor or emergency room for treatment.

Job Description
Anticipated Time Commitments 1. 2. Preparing for ministry: threefive hours a week Participating in meetings/training: up to 30 minutes per week (as necessary)

Responsibilities/Duties 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Participate in teacher meetings and training opportunities. Work with the Camp Director to choose additional curriculum for your class. Study and prepare for each lesson. Gather necessary materials: handouts, props, supplies, etc. Pray for class members and visitors. Make sure classroom is prepared for campers as they arrive. Lead each class and involve campers in studying and learning Gods Word through various teaching methods and activities (ex, structured play, gardening, etc.) Promote spiritual growth and unity among class members. Maintain contact with campers and parents. Keep campers and parents informed of topics/themes being studied, special events, etc. through printed notices, postcards and calls. Call, visit or send cards to students on special occasions or when a student is sick; your class secretary can assist with these duties. Perform duties as assigned by Camp Director or her Designee.

The morning schedule is as follows: 7:30-8:30am BREAKFAST Fellowship Hall 8:30-8:45am HARAMBEE Sanctuary 8:45-9:15am BIBLE STUDY Classrooms All Teachers are expected to arrive at 7:30 am to greet campers. Counselors are expected to sit with their campers while they eat breakfast and lunch. At 8:30, we will leave the Fellowship Hall for Harambee in the Sanctuary.

Policy & Procedures

Internal Each teacher will receive a Handbook for Employees of Mayfield Memorial Missionary Baptist Church. All employees, permanent and temporary are expected to abide by the policies and procedures stated therein. Absences: If an emergency arises, and you must be absent, you must contact the Camp Director at least 24 hours prior to your absence. Please schedule any doctors appointments before or after your scheduled working hours. Tardiness: On occasion, unexpected conflicts arise. If you will be tardy for any reason, call the Camp Director immediately, so that your class can be covered until you arrive. Excessive tardiness will not be tolerated. Criminal Background Check: Mayfield Memorial Missionary Baptist Church requires that every person (paid or volunteer) complete the form necessary to submit to a Criminal Background Check. Even if you have had a Criminal Background Check completed with another employer, MMMBC requires that a separate check be completed for the protection of the employee, the parents/ guardians and the children and youth. Staff Meetings: All designated staff will attend regular staff meetings at the discretion of the Camp Director. It may be necessary to have these meetings after hours. Meetings usually last no more than 30 minutes.

Who Is on Camp Staff?

Job Description
The Teacher/Coach is the shepherd of the class and is responsible for keeping watch over the flock, providing spiritual nurture through biblical instruction, athletics, guidance and positive role modeling.

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Teacher/Coach

Questions?
If you have any questions or concerns at any time, please contact: Bethany E. Wherry Camp Director Imagine...ME! Summer Day Camp Church Office: 704-596-7935 Church Fax: 704-596-1204 Direct Line: 757-572-0861 Email: ImagineMeSummerCamp@gmail.com

Lets have a WONDERFUL summer! 6 7