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    Staff · Machon · Avodah · Available Staff Positions

    Staff
    Entering grade 12 and above

    We have begun hiring for the summer of 2008. Click on links to see summer 2008 forms. How to apply:

    1. Download one of the following application forms. Fill it out completely (remember to send out your references) and mail to Temple Israel, Attn: Camp TEKO. Click on the links above for camp dates and available positions.

    STAFF APPLICATION

    SUPPORT STAFF APPLICATION
    For applicants interested in the following positions: Nurse, Cook, Assistant Cook, Office Manager, Assistant Officer Manager. If you are interested in any additional positions, please fill out the Staff Application instead of the Support Staff Application.

    To open the application forms, you must have Adobe Reader installed. Click here to download the program.

    2. When your application is received, you will be called to schedule an interview (either in person or on the phone).

    3. When you come to your interview, please bring photo identification and a completed Voluntary Disclosure Form.

    If you have questions or need more information, please contact
    Tracy Bomberg at 612-374-0321 or tbomberg@templeisrael.com

    Machon
    Entering grade 11

    Students entering 11th grade are eligible to participate in Camp TEKO’s eight week counselor-in-training program. Machon participate in extensive training in camp counseling and leadership skills, communication and camp programming; creating life-long friendships in the process. Supervised by the Machon Unit Head, participants learn from educational speakers, guests, counselors and each other. As the summer progresses, Machon gain hands-on experience by observing and assisting in camper groups. Machon program participants are selected through an application and interview process and receive a $300 stipend at the completion of the eight-week program. Machon graduates are encouraged to apply for a staff position the following summer.

    MACHON APPLICATION
    If you have questions or need more information, please contact Tracy Bomberg at 612-374-0321 or tbomberg@templeisrael.com

    Avodah
    Entering grade 10

    The Avodah program provides entering 10th graders an opportunity to participate in camp life by taking care of the physical needs of the camp community and learning the ropes of camp operations. In addition to daily tasks, cleaning assignments and special projects, Avodah participants build their own community and lasting friendships while on a camping trip, through leadership workshops with guest speakers and while designing and building their own group camp improvement project. Avodah members are selected through an application and interview process. There is no cost to participate in this program nor do participants receive any compensation, but the benefits are great.

    AVODAH APPLICATION
    If you have questions or need more information, please contact Tracy Bomberg at 612-374-0321 or tbomberg@templeisrael.com

    Available Staff Positions

    • Day Camp Counselor (can also do overnight camp)
    • Overnight Camp Counselor (will also do day camp)
    • Senior Staff:
      • Assistant Director
      • Day Camp Unit Head
      • Overnight Unit Head
      • Program Director
      • Assistant Program Director
      • Machon Unit Head
      • Avodah Unit Head
    • Specialists:
      • Sports
      • Omanut (arts and crafts)
      • Ceramics
      • Waterfront Staff*
        • Swimming Director/Swimming Staff*
        • Boating Director/Boating Staff*
      • Teva (nature)
      • Music
      • Drama
      • Dance
      • Israeli Culture
      • Photography/Video
    • Inclusion Coordinator
    • Advocate/Paraprofessional
    • Nurse/EMT
    • Office Manager
    • Assistant Office Manager
    • Cook
    • Assistant Cook

      * Current lifeguard certification required. If you are interested in one of these positions and you are not currently certified, please talk to the Camp Director about lifegurd certification opportunities.

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