[Priority Listing] Summer Camp Manager (Summer 2027)

Marin Waldorf School; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Marin Waldorf School in San Rafael, CA is seeking a dynamic Summer Camp Manager to lead planning, staffing, daily operations, and family experience for our eight-week Waldorf-inspired camp for grades 1–6 (June 14–August 6, 2027). The role requires on-site presence during camp and remote planning for program design and staffing.

You will design age-appropriate activities, recruit and train staff, oversee safety and behavior, and act as the primary contact for families.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience with elementary- and middle-school-aged children in a camp, school, or youth program setting.
• Supervisory experience leading staff or counselors.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification (pediatric and adult), or willingness to obtain before camp begins.
• Ability to pass a Live Scan background check and TB clearance, and to complete mandated reporter training.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills; calm and sound judgment under pressure.
• Genuine warmth toward children and a collaborative spirit with colleagues and families.
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Responsibilities

• Design weekly Waldorf-inspired camp activities and daily rhythm.
• Recruit, interview, and hire camp staff and instructors.
• Provide staff orientation on Waldorf approaches and camp procedures.
• Maintain safe camper ratios and oversee first aid and incident reporting.
• Communicate with families and coordinate enrollment and promotions.
• Manage camp budget and coordinate facilities and transportation.
• Prepare end-of-season report with enrollment and financials

Skills

Staff supervision

CPR and First Aid

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

DEI commitment

Calm under pressure

Warmth toward children

Job description

Summer Camp Manager

Summer 2027

$28-$35 hourly non-exempt

Marin Waldorf School in San Rafael, CA is looking for a dynamic, creative, and dedicated program manager for our yearly summer camp. Planning for the summer of 2027 starts immediately. We are looking for someone inspired to design and find staffing for an innovative Waldorf-inspired eight-week summer camp (June 14- August 6, 2027) with offerings for 1st- 6th graders. We have a 10-acre campus with fields, playgrounds, art classrooms and a short hiking distance from creeks and mountains.

Marin Waldorf School is the only fully accredited Waldorf school in Marin County. Our mission is to cultivate resilient, confident, authentic humans with deep self-knowledge and the tools to meet the future and make positive change in the world.

Position Summary

The Summer Camp Manager leads the planning, staffing, daily operation, and family experience of the MWS Summer Camp for children entering grades 1 through 6. This person holds the camp's rhythm and culture, ensures the safety and well-being of every camper, and serves as the primary point of contact for camp families and staff. The role also plays a meaningful part in the school's outreach, welcoming new families to our campus and community and giving them a first experience of Waldorf education. Planning can be done remotely or on site and the Camp Manager must be on-site during camp operation each day.

Key Responsibilities

Program Design and Daily Rhythm

• In collaboration with school leadership, develop age-appropriate weekly specialized MWS activities curriculum and a daily rhythm grounded in Waldorf principles: a balance of active and quiet time, outdoor exploration, practical and artistic work, storytelling, music, and free play.
• Design programming differentiated for younger (grades 1–3), middle (grades 4–6) with increasing challenge, responsibility, and independence for older children.
• Integrate the campus's natural resources.

Staff Recruitment, Training, and Supervision

• Recruit, interview, and recommend for hire camp counselors and specialty instructors, in coordination with the School Director and Business Office.
• Plan and lead pre-camp staff orientation covering Waldorf approaches to working with children, camp rhythm, behavior guidance, supervision ratios, emergency procedures, and mandated reporting.
• Create staff schedules and assignments; supervise, mentor, and support staff throughout the season; address performance concerns promptly and fairly.

Health, Safety, and Compliance

• Maintain appropriate staff-to-camper ratios and supervision practices at all times.
• Oversee first aid response, incident and injury documentation, and parent notification; report serious incidents to the School Director immediately.
• Uphold the school's policies on behavior, conflict resolution, and bullying prevention, applying them consistently and compassionately.
• Uphold the school’s anti-bias policy and incident reporting procedure.

Family Communication and Enrollment

• Serve as the primary contact for camp families before and during the season, responding to inquiries warmly and promptly.
• Prepare pre-camp welcome materials, packing lists, weekly newsletters, and end-of-session communications.
• Coordinate with the Admissions, Registrar and Communications & Marketing teams on camp promotion, registration, and follow-up with non-MWS families who may be interested in enrollment.
• Gather family feedback through an end-of-season survey.

Operations and Administration

• Manage the camp budget in partnership with the business office, including supply purchasing, staffing costs, and tracking expenses against budget.
• Coordinate with facilities staff on campus use, set-up, cleaning, and end-of-season restoration of classrooms and outdoor spaces.
• Maintain accurate attendance, sign-in/sign-out, and incident records.
• Prepare a written end-of-season report with enrollment figures, financial summary, family feedback, and recommendations for the following summer.

Qualifications

Required

• At least two years of experience working with elementary- and middle-school-aged children in a camp, school, or youth program setting.
• Supervisory experience leading staff or counselors.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification (pediatric and adult), or willingness to obtain before camp begins.
• Ability to pass a Live Scan background check and TB clearance, and to complete mandated reporter training.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills; calm and sound judgment under pressure.
• Genuine warmth toward children and a collaborative spirit with colleagues and families.
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Preferred

• Experience with or training in Waldorf education, or a strong interest in learning its approach.
• Background in gardening, handwork, woodworking, outdoor education, music, games and/or the arts.
• Wilderness First Aid
• Spanish language proficiency.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

This role is primarily outdoors and active. The Camp Manager must be able to stand, walk, and move across varied terrain for extended periods; lift up to 40 pounds; work in summer heat; and respond quickly to children's needs and emergencies. Some evening hours may be required for family events or staff training.

Marin Waldorf School is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.