Pfeifer Camp AmeriCorps Program

At the targeted schools, AmeriCorps members will use a Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) framework that includes self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making. Members will use Character Building through Organized Play (CBOP) program which de-emphasizes traditional team sports in favor of Cooperative Games and Teambuilding Initiatives that require and encourage whole group participation regardless of physical ability. Members will be trained in appropriate tutoring programs for one-on-one and small group tutoring and will assist teachers with creating and implementing experiential learning opportunities. Members will also be trained in discipline models to help students learn there are positive and negative consequences for their actions and that they are accountable for their actions. Members help students learn problem solving skills, crisis management skills, and personal responsibility. Members will provide opportunities for independence, personal hygiene, camp chores, awareness of self and others, goal setting and development, cultural awareness, and appropriate peer and adult relationships. They will also lead Outdoor Living Skills and Environmental Awareness programs with a STEM focus at the camp. Members will provide quarterly Parent Meetings on communication skills, discipline, boundaries, resources and advocacy. Members also mentor the Counselors-In-Training (CITs), leveraged volunteers who are former campers selected based on integrity, team spirit, and positive participation. Campers look up to these teenage volunteer CITs who in turn look up to the members, hoping to serve in a similar capacity in the future. CIT volunteers serve alongside members throughout the summer camp weeks as they lead students to move outside of their comfort zones through camping in the woods, canoeing in the river, getting dirty in the garden, and working closely with peers on team projects.

Member Duties : AmeriCorps member will participate in the following • Plan and implement Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) programs • Plan and implement the Character Building through Organized Play (CBOP) • Provide behavioral guidance for students • Tutor students one-on-one and in small groups • Assist teachers with classroom management and creating and implementing experiential learning opportunities • Assess and communicate with families and teachers of students regarding student strengths and needs • Provide parent workshops • Provide in-service training for teachers • Mentor and live with up to 12 campers in a cabin Monday through Friday each week in summer • Lead outdoor, environmental, and team-building activities • Mentor Counselors-In-Training • Provide volunteer service at local organizations

Program Benefits : Housing in summer , Training .

Terms :

Car recommended , Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours , Uniforms provided and required .

Service Areas :

Community Outreach , Children/Youth , Education , Hunger .

Skills :

Counseling , Conflict Resolution , Education , First Aid , Teaching/Tutoring , Youth Development , Environment , Social Services , Team Work .

SUMMARY

Program Type:

AmeriCorps State / National

Program

Pfeifer Camp AmeriCorps Program

Program Start/End Date

09/01/2026 - 08/31/2027

Work Schedule

Full Time

Education level

Some college

Age Requirement

Minimum: 17 Maximum: 99

Program Locations

ARKANSAS

Languages

English

Accepting Applications

From 08/01/2026 To 06/10/2027

Contact

Binky Martin-Tollette

5512 Ferndale Cut Off Rd

Little Rock AR 72223

501-821-3714

[email protected]

www.pfeifercamp.com

Listing ID

131090