Summer Camp Programs Lead - Assistant Director

The Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University seeks a seasonal assistant director for Shaver's Creek summer camp programs. The role supports program development, staff training, logistics, and teaching as needed, with most days spent outdoors with campers.

You will work on-site at Shaver's Creek Environmental Center from May to August, 40 hours per week (overtime after 40 at time and a half). Housing is not provided; camp runs across Wee Wonderers to LITs.

Qualifications

• Prior camp and outdoor environmental education teaching experience
• Prior program administration experience preferred
• Abiding by requirements to keep everyone safe, including staying within eye/ear shot of minors
• Working with children and staff outdoors for long hours across multiple days and weather conditions

Responsibilities

• Lead training sessions
• Gather materials for training sessions
• Assist with camper sign-in and sign-out processes
• Assist in running AM and PM camp community circle
• Assist with daily teaching observation and provide staff feedback
• Set out Camp Stamp Puzzler clues and assist in other program areas
• Assist Friday during family program and Saturday mornings as designated
• Assist in emergency situations and group management scenarios
• Spend time in field across all programs to support staff, campers, and leaders in training
• Assist in enacting staff recognition programs
• Help with other program or logistical parts required to run a smooth camp experience

Skills

Camp experience

Outdoor education

Staff training

Program administration

Tools

Google Drive

Job description

The Pennsylvania State University seeks a seasonal assistant director for Shaver's Creek summer camp programs. The role supports program development, staff training, logistics, and teaching as needed, with most days spent outdoors with campers.

You will work on-site at Shaver's Creek Environmental Center from May to August, 40 hours per week (overtime after 40 at time and a half). Housing is not provided; camp runs across Wee Wonderers to LITs.