Kiddie Camp Division Director

Camp W; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Camp W in New York is seeking a dedicated camp division supervisor to oversee daily activities and transitions, support staff, and help campers adjust to camp life. You will work closely with the Camp W administrative team to maintain smooth operations and a positive camper experience.

The ideal candidate is a teacher with strong leadership, excellent communication with parents, and a proactive, organized approach.

Qualifications

• Must be a certified teacher and reside on Long Island or Queens NY.
• Previous summer camp experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the division’s daily activities and transitions.
• Support staff and address parent questions.
• Assist with camp planning and operations.
• Provide day-to-day leadership and ensure camper safety.

Skills

Teaching

Leadership

Staff supervision

Tools

Classroom management

Job description

Responsibilities include overseeing the division’s daily activities and transitions, supporting staff, helping campers adjust to camp, addressing parent questions, and working closely with the Camp W administrative team.
Assisting with camp planning and operations, staff supervision and support parent communication, problem solving and day to day leadership

Must live on Long Island or Queens New York!

Must be a teacher; previous summer camp experience is strongly preferred.
Friendly, approachable, energetic, and passionate about working with young children.
Has strong leadership skills and can guide, support, and motivate counselors.
Proactive, dependable, highly organized, and attentive to details.
Communicates professionally and warmly with parents, campers, and staff.
Uses sound judgment, handles challenges calmly, and makes camper safety a priority.
Responsibilities include overseeing the division’s daily activities and transitions, supporting staff, helping campers adjust to camp, addressing parent questions, and working closely with the Camp W administrative team.

COMMITMENT:

Available for the entire summer.
Summer hours: 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Attend one meeting per month during the off-season with fellow camp administrative team members.
If you are ready to bring your classroom experience, creativity, and leadership to Camp W—“Where Friendships Are Made”—we would love to hear from you!