HOW IS THE STAFF SELECTED?
Winadu takes pride in providing mature, professionally trained staff. We employ numerous teachers and coaches with extensive experience working with children. Our counselor staff is comprised of people who have already completed one year of college, and most are at least 21 years of age. Many of our staff members are former Winadu campers. Our recruiters hold personal interviews on college campuses throughout the United States, Canada and Europe. Staff members are selected for their dedication to children and for their ability to motivate and teach new skills to our campers. Head counselors and head coaches are professionals working in their field of expertise during the school year.
After a lengthy interview process, Camp Cobbossee hires staff members who possess character and integrity and who serve as excellent role models for our boys. We do this by recruiting staff members from the finest universities in the U.S. and abroad. We recruit students who have a desire to work with children-many of whom are in school to become teachers. Each program area is headed by a specialist who is very knowledgeable about their area, which allows the boys to gain more skills every day. All of our counselors have completed at least one year in college. A camper-to-counselor ratio of 3:1 is maintained to ensure proper supervision at all times.
A. The Berkeley Hort staff of 28 workers is selected to ensure that customers receive courteous service and honest answers to their questions. Diversity is a key consideration in choosing our workforce, and we strive to find associates who complement one another in skills and temperament. While you might not find the ultimate authority on a given subject here, we hope to provide a balance between knowledge and character in order to make your visit both worthwhile and enjoyable. Q. How are your employees compensated? A. As you are well aware, the cost of living in the S.F. Bay Area makes the minimum wage seem absurd. BHN starts out with a modest living wage and room to grow, offers medical and dental insurance, has profit sharing and 401(k) plans, and gives unannounced bonuses for exceptional performance. Hopefully the staff likes their work, and can balance it with a healthy family and social life. Q. Why is your place well stocked on some visits, but less so on others? A. Ouch…you’ve
JPI has a highly professional long-standing staff, many of who have over 10 years experience with JPI. Staff members are from different backgrounds and are selected for their ability to meet the needs of our students. Some are parents of JPI graduates, others are professional teachers, and others are selected for their ability to stimulate learning and discussion. How is our curriculum developed? The educational director develops curriculum with guidance from parents in the program. The curriculum is revisited and revised on an ongoing basis. Is there a Bar/Bat Mitzvah program? JPI has an optional Bnai Mitzvah program that combines a community-related work project with a philosophical study of the Torah and Talmud, culminating in a rite of passage ceremony shared by the students, their families and guests. Is there a program for Teens? Teens that have completed the JPI program are invited to work as Teen Assistants in the classrooms and are invited to attend an annual conference on Jew
