Essential Duties and Responsibilities (include but not limited to)

• Assist in implementing a training program which includes structured days of curriculum, activities, and outings , Monday-Friday and Six total weeks.
• Ensure the children's safety at all times and follow the seat belt policy on all outings.
• Promote spiritual development, social interaction and fun.
• Assist in preparing organizing, maintaining and cleaning of own classroom area.
• Communicate regularly with parents of children in program as needed. 
• Communicate regularly with the Training Facilitator for Kids On Boarding. 
• Assist Training Facilitator for Kids On Boarding in all components of program preparation, implementation, and follow-up as directed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Requirements)

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• An enthusiastic, energetic and creative person who has a desire to work with children and youth.
• Follow the example of Jesus by Loving God; Loving and Serving Others; Being a Person of Integrity and a Person of Excellence in all you say and do.
• Care and attention to detail.
• Adhere to Mercy Ships Code of Conduct.
• Meets training and full screening requirements of Mercy Ships' Child Safety Policy.
• Able to adapt quickly when needed
• Able to work independently, when appropriate.
• Supportive of Mercy Ships mission and vision, and committed to its core values.
• Understand and apply servant leadership, work collaboratively with integrity and demonstrate accountability.

Education and Experience

The requirements listed below are representative of the education and / or experience required.

• Prior experience working with children required.
• CPR and First Aid certified beneficial.  
• Cross-cultural and multi-generational experience preferred.
• Teaching experience preferred.