Assistant Day Camp Director

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established community service organization is seeking an Assistant Day Camp Director to oversee the daily operations of a vibrant day camp for children aged 5-14. This role involves designing engaging curricula, supervising staff, ensuring safety protocols are in place, and organizing exciting field trips. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with youth and experience in educational settings. Join a dedicated team and make a positive impact in the lives of young campers while fostering a safe and fun environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience in summer day camp programs and classroom management.

Responsibilities

• Design a curriculum and daily schedule for campers ages 5-14.
• Supervise day camp counselors and ensure safety practices are followed.
• Organize field trips and maintain camper records.

Skills

Curriculum Design

Child Safety Practices

Communication

Administration

Classroom Management

Driving 12-Passenger Van

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Some College in Education

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Position Summary: The Assistant Day Camp Director is responsible for the overall day-to-day operation and organization of the day camp.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Design a curriculum and daily schedule for campers ages 5-14 with various stations


• Supervision of day camp counselors


• Develop a work schedule for all counselors


• Ensure that Safe from Harm practices are ALWAYS followed! (child safety program)


• Communicate expectations with staff


• Hold 20-25 hours of Counselor Training prior to the start of Day Camp


• Follow all food safety guidelines; clean kitchen following meal service


• Fill out appropriate documentation for schools and SA statistics


• Coordinate the supply list and purchase of food and paper products for breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack daily


• Prepare a weekly informative communication (email, Facebook, and/or newsletter)


• Field Trips
  
  
  
  • Plan and organize all Field Trips/Swimming Trips.
  
  
  • Organize transportation
  
  
  • May drive for field trips
  
  
  
  


• Keep accurate records for each camper/family including:
  
  
  
  • attendance records
  
  
  • parent sign in/out sheets
  
  
  • incident reports
  
  
  • medicine charts
  
  
  
  


• Oversee Daily Cleaning of Day Camp Facilities


• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

• Must be at least 18 years of age


• High School diploma/GED; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities


• Some college in a related field preferred (i.e. teacher, education, etc.)


• Experience in administration, summer day camp programs, classroom management, etc.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Able to drive a 12-passenger van

Computer Skills:

• Basic computer skills


• Advances knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Certificates and Licenses:

• Complete Safe From Harm training, and keep current asneeded


• Have and maintain a current First Aid/CPR certification (provide certificates)


• Must have and maintain a current valid chauffers' license and pass the Salvation Army Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR) or gain chauffers' license within 30 days