Camp Director AM or PM - Internship possible

Code Ninjas Harrisburg-Mechanicsburg; Shiloh (VA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company parties

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

A children's coding franchise in Shiloh is seeking Camp Directors to oversee operations for summer camps. This role requires strong leadership and a passion for working with kids aged 5-14. Responsibilities include ensuring a fun learning environment, managing daily operations, and engaging with parents to track children's progress. Ideal candidates need at least 2-3 years of experience with children, excellent interpersonal skills, and a dedication to educational enrichment. Compensation is $18-$20 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age and pass a background check.
• 2-3 years experience with children ages 5 and up is required.
• CPR certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee morning or afternoon operations of camps and center.
• Communicate promptly on camp-related inquiries.
• Prepare materials for program activities.

Skills

Enthusiasm for working with kids

Excellent interpersonal skills

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

Ability to prioritize multiple tasks

Education

Degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Social media

Job description

Who are we?

Code Ninjas is the nation’s fastest-growing kids coding franchise where they build the video games they love. Our mission is to empower kids with the skills they need to thrive in the digital world while fostering creativity, problem‑solving abilities, and a passion for learning. In our center, kids ages 5‑14 years old learn to interact with technology in a fun, non‑intimidating way. Kids have a blast and can’t wait to come back. Parents are thrilled as their children gain confidence and new STEM skills including coding, logic, and critical thinking, as they progress from white to black belt. Our core promise is: Children have fun, Parents see results.

Benefits

• Company parties
• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

What are we looking for?

We are looking for two positive, trustworthy, and motivated self‑starters to join our team of dynamic, energetic, forward‑thinking minds, working toward our common goal: providing a fun and safe learning environment for children. Our morning (7AM - 1PM) and afternoon (12PM-6PM) Camp Directors are the engines of our Code Ninjas center. These individuals oversee the day‑to‑day success of our Summer Camp Sessions. Are you experienced in working with children and parents? Are you a passionate, ambitious, dependable, business‑minded leader? Do you enjoy taking responsibility for a project and seeing it through to success? This could be the role for you. Internships/Intern Projects can be accommodated for Small Business Operations, Digital Marketing, and IT.

Responsibilities

• Oversee morning or afternoon operations of the camps and center on Mondays through Fridays
• Effectively communicate about, and promptly follow up on, all camp or center related inquiries in‑person, over email, or on socials, including furthering any leads to the executive team
• Prepare materials for program activities
• Work with parents to define children’s learning needs
• Supervise, engage, and interact with children and families in the center
• Ensure that parents understand how their child is learning and progressing
• Keep accurate records of activities, attendance, and calendars
• Recruit, organize, and coordinate staff
• Engage and oversee sensei to ensure team needs are met
• Ensure the center is a fun and safe learning environment for our students
• Assist and/or plan, organize, promote, and conduct special activities as needed during work hours
• Uphold corporate standards with respect to center cleanliness & operational standards
• Be able to think on the fly and be perceptive to center dynamics
• Report daily, weekly, monthly to the executive team on center, student, and personal progress
• Address emergency/accident issues regarding patrons and facilities
• Handle confidential and sensitive information in an effective manner
• Represent the program in a positive light to the participants, employees, and community
• Be responsible for following all prescribed safety rules and regulations
• Report to work free from the effects of drugs/controlled substances and/or alcohol, and free from impairment due to prescription drugs
• Be able to attend flexible trainings either during the regular workday and/or in the evenings of May 26‑29
• Maintain regular and prompt attendance for the duration of the summer schedule: June 1‑August 7, with the week off of June 29‑July 3

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm for working with kids REQUIRED
• Must be at least 21 years of age and be able to pass a background check
• 2‑3 years working in a camp, after school, recreation or school setting with children ages 5 and up is REQUIRED
• Previous summer program/camp experience with youth ages 5‑14 years preferred
• Currently enrolled or have graduated from College or University; Degree preferred
• Supervisory experience preferred
• Must be fun to work with and enjoy working in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment
• Extraordinary attention to detail and deadline oriented; we can’t miss dates or overlook customers
• Knowledge of business operations and team leadership a plus
• Working knowledge of basic computer practices and procedures, as well as familiarity with technology, Microsoft suite, social media, and office equipment
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, and the ability to understand and communicate written/oral forms and instructions
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective and courteous relationships with participants, staff, vendors, parents, and providers
• Ability to invest time and energy into understanding the implementing of each summer camp program
• Ability to work independently and to submit and maintain records efficiently, accurately and prepare clear and concise reports
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work under pressure
• Ability to document and develop clear internal and external operational procedures
• CPR certification and First Aid knowledge preferred but not required

Compensation: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

About Us

Code Ninjas® is the world’s largest and fastest‑growing kids coding franchise, with hundreds of locations in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Founded in 2016, our company is headquartered in Houston, TX. At our centers, kids learn to code while building their own video games. Kids have fun, parents see results®.

Code Ninjas is creating the problem solvers of tomorrow. We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to unlock their full potential. Educating our youth in coding provides them with the problem‑solving skills and self‑esteem to pursue their dreams.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Code Ninjas Corporate.