Summer Camp Director — Lead a Dynamic, Inclusive Team

DEAN Adventure Camps; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Seasonal exempt (FLSA)

Remote training

Background reimbursement

Free snacks & parking

Employee discounts

Job summary

DEAN Adventure Camps in Bethesda, MD seeks a MD Summer Camp Director to lead a high-energy, inclusive summer program for 50-75 campers weekly with a 10-15 staff team. You’ll partner with Sidwell Friends Lower School and oversee daily operations, safety, and curriculum delivery.

The ideal candidate has prior camp or recreation director experience, superb communication, and a passion for developing young people. This is a full-time, on-site summer position from June 14 to August 14.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience as Camp or Recreation Director with 50-75 children weekly and 10-15 staff.
• Strong communication across families, partners, staff, and campers.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Ability to lead in fast-paced, high-energy environments.
• Commitment to safe, inclusive camp culture.

Responsibilities

• Liaise between DEAN Adventure Camps and Sidwell Friends Lower School.
• Oversee daily operations to ensure safety, structure and quality.
• Supervise and mentor onsite team of 10-15 members.
• Conduct evaluations and support growth while upholding HR policies.
• Build a positive, inclusive team culture and engagement.
• Manage scheduling, time off requests and timesheets.
• Ensure camper safety standards and document incidents.
• Communicate with parents daily and via NewsBlast/surveys.
• Maintain curriculum knowledge and assist in classrooms as needed.
• Manage supplies, inventory, ordering and materials.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Adaptability

Drive & Engagement

Organized

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

DEAN Adventure Camps in Bethesda, MD seeks a MD Summer Camp Director to lead a high-energy, inclusive summer program for 50-75 campers weekly with a 10-15 staff team. You’ll partner with Sidwell Friends Lower School and oversee daily operations, safety, and curriculum delivery.

The ideal candidate has prior camp or recreation director experience, superb communication, and a passion for developing young people. This is a full-time, on-site summer position from June 14 to August 14.