Extended Hours Program (EHP) Administrator

Congo Camp; Falls Church (VA); Sur place; USD 21 000 - 30 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Congressional Camp in Falls Church, VA seeks an Extended Hours Program Administrator to lead before- and after-care, ensuring a safe, engaging environment for campers outside core hours. You will supervise EHP counselors, manage attendance, and coordinate activities in alignment with daytime camp leadership.

Must have leadership experience in a school or camp setting, childcare background, and a bachelor’s degree; CPR/First Aid certification is required prior to start.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in an administrative, supervisory, or lead coordinator role within school, camp, or childcare.
• Direct work with elementary and middle school children in a childcare setting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Child Development, Recreation Management, or related field preferred.

Responsabilités

• Supervise and mentor EHP staff during AM and PM care shifts.
• Assign staff to age groups, activity stations, and supervision zones to maintain safe ratios.
• Lead daily staff briefings and model engagement, professionalism, and high standards of care.

Connaissances

Leadership

Childcare experience

Communication

Organizational skills

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field

Description du poste

Extended Hours Program (EHP) Administrator

Extended Hours Program (EHP) Administrator

About Congressional School & Congressional Camp

Congressional School is a historic, pioneering co-educational institution serving over 400 students and 2,000 summer campers annually across our 40-acre campus. Known for doing what works best for children at every stage of development, Congressional fosters a vibrant, supportive community guided by our core values: integrity, kindness, perseverance, respect, and responsibility.

Position Overview

The Extended Hours Program (EHP) Administrator provides seasonal leadership, oversight, and operational management for Congressional Camp’s Before and After Care programs. Serving campers across a wide range of age groups outside of core camp hours, the EHP Administrator creates a safe, engaging, structured, and welcoming environment for campers while serving as a primary point of contact for parents. This role manages EHP counselors and staff, oversees daily attendance and pickup/drop-off procedures, coordinates age-appropriate activities, and ensures seamless alignment with daytime camp leadership and school policies.

Core Responsibilities

• Supervise, mentor, and support EHP staff during morning (AM) and evening (PM) care shifts.
• Assign staff to specific age groups, activity stations, and supervisory zones to maintain safe counselor-to-camper ratios at all times.
• Lead daily staff briefings, model active engagement with campers, and enforce high standards of care, enthusiasm, and professionalism.

Operations, Attendance & Parent Relations

• Oversee secure check-in (AM) and sign-out (PM) procedures, maintaining accurate digital and physical attendance rosters.
• Greet parents and guardians professionally, addressing questions, program updates, or child care concerns with warm and clear communication.
• Manage late-pickup procedures, emergency contact protocols, and parent notifications as needed.
• Serve as the liaison between the Extended Hours Program and core Camp Directors to ensure smooth transitions between camp hours and extended care.
• Design and facilitate a flexible schedule of age-appropriate activities, including free play, crafts, quiet areas, games, and outdoor recreation.
• Ensure camper safety, medical form compliance, and allergy awareness in coordination with the Camp Health Center.
• Manage camper behavior using positive reinforcement, supportive guidance, and clear expectations, escalating significant issues to Camp Leadership when appropriate.
• Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked activity spaces throughout morning and afternoon sessions

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Experience

• Leadership Experience: Minimum 2–3 years of experience in an administrative, supervisory, or lead coordinator role within a school, summer camp, extended day program, or childcare environment.
• Childcare Background: Strong track record working directly with elementary and middle school-aged children.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Education, Child Development, Recreation Management, or a related field (preferred).

Certifications & Skills Required

• CPR/AED & First Aid Certification (Required prior to camp start date).
• Strong organizational, time-management, and multi-tasking skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills with both adults (parents/staff) and children.
• Calm decision-making ability under pressure and strong problem-solving skills.

Schedule & Shift Requirements

• Split-Shift Availability: Ability to work early morning hours (AM Care) and late afternoon/evening hours (PM Care) Monday through Friday.
• Full seasonal commitment for the duration of the summer camp season