Summer Camp Director

Brains & Motion Education; Saratoga (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking passionate Summer Camp Directors to lead engaging and enriching summer programs. In this dynamic role, you will oversee camp operations, ensuring a safe and fun environment for campers while mentoring a team of instructors. Your leadership will help create memorable experiences for children in grades TK-8, fostering their personal growth and development. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of students while enjoying a vibrant summer atmosphere. If you are organized, communicative, and dedicated to education, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a camp-like environment.
• Must possess valid First Aid and CPR certification.
• Ability to work with kids in Grades TK-8.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the camp.
• Ensure a fun and safe atmosphere for all campers.
• Mentor and assist a team of instructors.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Conflict Resolution

Multitasking

Coaching and Teaching

Education

First Aid Certification

CPR Certification

Tools

Google Docs

Spreadsheets

Job description

SUMMER CAMP DIRECTOR

About Brains and Motion Education:

At Brains and Motion Education, we believe in the boundless potential of every student. In an ideal world, education would unlock that potential and school would be an inspiring and empowering place, tailored for each individual and designed to develop.

By bringing the best instructors and the best content together in local schools and communities, Brains and Motion creates opportunities for our students every day and year-round. Learning, when it’s done right, can be and should be fun.
Our on-campus programs are offered at schools and local universities, making it convenient for parents, while kids get to stay in the safety of their school, and participate with friends in activities. In a short span of 4 years, Brains and Motion has partnered with over 350 schools and academic institutions throughout the United States. Over 25,000 students have participated in our after-school programs and seasonal camps!

Join us to make exhilarating, multisensory, future-forward education a reality for millions of students across the nation!


Job Description

Brains and Motion is seeking experienced Summer Camp Directors for each of our summer camp locations.

In this role, you will:

• Assume responsibility for the overall success of their camp location.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the camp.
• Ensure a fun, safe atmosphere that creates memorable experiences for all campers.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experienced and trustworthy leader, with the ability to mentor, advise, and assist a team of 2-6 instructors and ensure a positive and enriching atmosphere for all campers.
• Ability to foster the personal growth of all campers and ensure a fun, safe and welcome environment.
• Excellent communication skills, can clearly communicate with both campers and their parents, and have experience handling complaints and issues. You are able to recognize and quickly resolve any conflicts that may arise between campers, instructors and/or parents.
• Organized and efficient.
• Excellent administrative skills including email, google docs and spreadsheets, and fielding phone calls.
• 3-5 years of experience as a director, manager, coordinator or supervisor in a camp-like environment.
• Ability to multitask, think on the fly, and make decisions quickly.
• Knowledgeable and passionate about coaching and teaching kids.
• Ability to work with kids in Grades TK-8.
• Reliable transportation.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must possess valid First Aid and CPR certification.
• Background check required.
• Undergo Brains and Motion summer camp training program.
• Must be available Monday- Friday between 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
• Available full-time for the entire duration of summer camp, starting as early as June and running through August 2025.
• Ability to lift and carry ~20-50 lbs. on an occasional basis with or without accommodations.

Details

• Dates: June - August 2025
• Wage: $25/hour
• Job Type: Full time, seasonal

Brains and Motion Education is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state or local law.