Camp Assistant Director - Before and After School Camp Programs (SUMMER 2025)

Milwaukee Public Schools; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to assist in coordinating a quality Before & After School Camp. This role involves supporting daily operations, supervising staff, and ensuring compliance with regulations. You will create engaging programs for children aged 3-12, maintain essential paperwork, and communicate effectively with parents. If you have a passion for working with children and possess strong communication and problem-solving skills, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values a safe and constructive environment for children's growth and development.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• Experience supervising staff and working with children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations of the childcare camp program.
• Plan and facilitate engaging enrichment programs daily.
• Maintain all necessary paperwork including billing and attendance.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Effective behavior management

Strong communication

Patience

Flexibility

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Summary

To assist the Director in coordinating, facilitating, and supervising a quality Before & After School Camp, which includes developmentally appropriate activities engaging children ages 3-12 in recreational, educational, and cultural programs. This position also supports the Camp Director with administrative functions and supervises camp staff.

Position Summary

• Support daily operations of the childcare camp program, ensuring compliance with the Department of Children and Families, YoungStar, and MKE Recreation Department standards.
• Assist with recruitment, supervision, orientation, training, and coaching of camp staff as required.
• Collaborate with the director, principal, and day school staff to recruit and retain students for camp activities.
• Maintain all necessary paperwork including billing, fee collection, payroll, attendance, student and staff files, incident reports, supply requisitions, program plans, budgets, assessments, and improvement plans.
• Participate in annual reviews of camp performance with the director, principal, and Recreation Supervisor, and support the review process at year-end.
• Ensure compliance with DCF Health and Safety Checklist and DCF 251 requirements.
• Plan, coordinate, and facilitate engaging enrichment programs daily.
• Communicate pertinent camp information and emergencies to parents.
• Oversee program in the absence of the Director, maintaining appropriate staff-to-student ratios.
• Ensure all meals and snacks are provided as scheduled, procuring lunches for field trips as needed.
• Report all medical emergencies and incidents involving police immediately, completing required reports.
• Regularly evaluate the camp program for quality and compliance.
• Create a safe, constructive educational and recreational environment for children.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Camp Director or Recreation Supervisor.

Job Requirements

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• HS Diploma or GED.
• Experience supervising staff and working with children preferred.
• Enjoy working with children.

Orientation within five days of hire:

• Abusive Head Trauma video (completed successfully)
• Child Maltreatment Training Video (renew every two years)
• Mandated Reporter Training (renew every two years)
• DPI Medication Training Video (annual demonstration and renewal every four years)
• A Registry Profile linked to the assigned Camp Program

Training within 90 days:

• Current CPR/AED certification (renewed as required)

Additional Training within 270 days:

• Introduction to the Child Care Profession
• Skills and Strategies for the Child Care Teacher
• One Course in the WI Child Care Administration Credential

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Ability to learn and operate new financial and attendance software.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Effective behavior management skills.
• Strong communication with children, staff, and parents.
• Patience, flexibility, understanding, and caring qualities.
• Ability to complete administrative paperwork.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Other duties as assigned.