Leaders in Training Program

Program Purpose
TSL Lids Crew Leaders in Training (LIT) program is aimed at giving teens who are interested in pursuing a career in childcare relative work experience in the field. Our program focuses on developing interpersonal skills, responsibility, and leadership all while participating in our unique, community-centered summer camp program. LITs are responsible for engaging children in games and crafts, assisting staff in daily responsibilities, and setting a positive example while leading children in small group activities. The LIT program is strictly capped at each location.
Qualifications
Children aged 13-15, interested in the program must submit the application below, to be considered for the LIT Program.
LIT Leadership Fund
TSL has established a Leadership Fund to award LIT give backs. Each site has a set budget from which to award their LITs.
Program Directors will distribute give backs based on LIT performance at the end of the summer. Awards may range anywhere from $25-$200 and will be issued based upon the following criteria: years of service as a LIT, performance as a LIT, the number of weeks of service, and participation in the June training.
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After Acceptance to the LIT Program
Directors typically respond to applications within a week. Once children are accepted, parents can enroll them as regular campers on the website. All stipends are awarded no later than September 30 following the given camp season.
The program runs for 9 weeks over summer and LITs may attend as few or as many weeks as they wish.

LIT aged kids that are not accepted into program MAY be able to be enrolled in the LIT program to gain more experience for the next summer with director approval. Any LIT not approved may be enrolled as a regular camper!

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Questionnaire

1) Have you ever attended TSL Summer Camp or Before/After School before? *

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3)Have you ever been a LIT at TSL before? *

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2) If Yes, which location? *

4) If Yes, which location? *

5) Tell us about your experiences volunteering with or helping younger kids and why you are interested in being an LIT at TSL. *

7) During summer camp, TSL staff is responsible for giving LITs directions and tasks to complete. It is important for our LITs to follow all directions and complete tasks in a timely manner. Are you willing to follow all directions and complete all assigned tasks? *

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9) During free play time, you notice that some younger campers are arguing over a toy or game. What would you do to help the staff and the younger friends solve their problem? *

11) What would you do if you noticed that some kids are being excluded from their normal friend groups and are now sitting alone? *

13) Describe a time in your life that you encountered a difficult situation or problem you were unable to solve or didn’t know how to solve. What actions did you take? How did you overcome it and what was the result of your actions? *

15) Are you willing to strive to meet the expectations of TSL Kids Crew’s LIT program, which means following through with the Program Director’s feedback? *

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6) Describe a time in your life that you felt you made a difference or had a positive impact on someone else's life? *

8) What would you do if you have noticed that some older campers are being overly competitive during a game? How would you react to them so that you can keep the game fun? *

10) Free play time, lunch, and transitions between activities are very important times of our day. During this time, children may need extra help, directions, and attention to keep them on task. What are some SPECIFIC things you can do to help out staff and campers? *

12) Tell us about a time that you were able to prove your responsibility among your peers, parents, teachers, or younger children. *

14)Use the lines below to elaborate on what you will bring to TSL Kids Crew as an LIT. Reflect on your creativity, enthusiasm, talents, interests, and ability to follow directions, take initiative, and communicate with children and staff members. Now is your chance to brag! *

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