Camp & After School Program Assistant Director

JCC Association of North America; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

JCC Association of North America is looking for a Camp & After School Program Assistant Director in Miami, FL. The role involves programming development, summer camp staff recruitment, and managing daily operations while ensuring excellent communication with parents and organizations.

The ideal candidate will hold a BA in a related field, possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, and have experience working with children of various abilities. This position offers a salary range of $45,000 - $55,000.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience working with children of all abilities.
• Summer camp experience preferred.
• Confident in managing counselors.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and managing camp programs.
• Recruit and assist in hiring camp staff.
• Supervise the after-school program.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal and conflict resolution skills

Teamwork

Dependable and organized

Resourcefulness

Education

BA in a related field (special education, OT, psychology, counseling, education)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Camp-Minder

CCC

Job description

Location and Job Title:

Camp & After School Program Assistant Director
Dave & Mary Alper JCC
11155 SW 112th Ave
Miami, FL 33176

Principal Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development of all programming, both current and new program areas.


• Recruit and assist in the hiring of summer camp staff.


• Work to help families with registration and scholarship applications.


• Assist in managing the daily operations of camp when in session, including administration, camper care, and staff supervision.


• Be an ambassador for the Alper J generally and Camp J Miami specifically everywhere you go.


• Develop and strengthen relationships with children, parents, and vendors for all Youth Services through interactions, parent emails, phone calls, e-blasts, online presence, school visits, meet and greets, and community outreach.


• Assist with the supervision of the after-school program, including holding bi-monthly staff meetings and staff orientation.


• Direct supervision of mini-camp days.


• Assist with planning, programming, and supervising youth programs for the community.

Special Needs Oversight:

• Create and maintain special needs programming throughout the academic year for children of all abilities.


• Community outreach to other organizations with special needs departments.


• Connect with the public-school districts.


• Assist with intake meetings with families and prepare pre-camp intake reports for staff.


• Adapt activities and provide additional assistance as needed (e.g., interpret or modify instructions, provide physical assistance) in order to help participants, learn and participate.


• Supervise, coach, and evaluate staff on the Summer Camp special needs Team.


• Support staff in planning routines, schedules, and procedures to ensure inclusion.


• Train staff and counselors-in-training on inclusion principles and skills.

To apply please send your resume and cover letter to [e-mail], or apply at https://alperjcc.betterteam.com/camp-after-school-...

Minimum Qualifications:

• BA required in a related field to special education, OT, psychology, counseling, education, etc.


• Strong communication skills as you will be communicating with parents, school districts, and outside nonprofits.


• Has approximately 3-5 years of experience working with children of all abilities.


• Summer camp experience preferred.


• Must be confident to manage counselors during the summer.


• Enjoy working in a team setting.


• Good computer skills - with emphasis on Microsoft Office, Camp-Minder, and CCC.


• Dependable, highly organized, with keen attention to detail.


• Resourcefulness: the ability to address problems large and small.


• Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.

Salary:

$45,000 - $55,000