Summer Camp Assistant Program Director | Flexible Schedule

YMCA; Arlington, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance (Dental & Vision)

Wellness Programs

Retirement Plans (403b)

Work-Life Balance

Flexible Scheduling

Training & Certifications

Inclusive Environment

Meaningful Community Work

Job summary

The YMCA Arlington is seeking a Summer Camp Assistant Program Director to lead daily operations of our summer day camp program and support a positive, enriching environment for children.

Join a mission-driven team at YMCA Arlington, where you will hire and supervise staff, partner with families, and ensure high-quality educational programming with strong child outcomes while upholding the Y’s values. This full-time role offers professional development and a collaborative work culture.

Qualifications

• GED or college degree.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working primarily with preschool, school age, or summer camp children.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and administrative skills.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with children, parents, and staff.

Responsibilities

• The Assistant Program Director will manage the daily operations of the summer day camp programs.
• Establishes relationships with individual children and families and being responsive to their needs.
• Ensure all children receive enriching educational programming with a focus on positive experiences and child outcomes.
• Provides assistance to staff in developing the summer camp curriculum that is fortified with meaningful experiences while meeting the needs and interests of the group and individual child.
• Assist in interview and hire qualified staff. Supervise and provide appropriate orientation and training for summer camp staff.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational

Administrative

Communication

Education

GED or college degree

Job description

The YMCA Arlington is seeking a Summer Camp Assistant Program Director to lead daily operations of our summer day camp program and support a positive, enriching environment for children.

Join a mission-driven team at YMCA Arlington, where you will hire and supervise staff, partner with families, and ensure high-quality educational programming with strong child outcomes while upholding the Y’s values. This full-time role offers professional development and a collaborative work culture.