Vacation Camp & After School Program Lead

Burlington Electric Department; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Burlington Parks, Recreation & Waterfront (BPRW) is seeking a Director to oversee licensed Vacation Camp and potential After School programs for K–5 students in Burlington, VT. The role includes theme implementation, day-to-day scheduling, staff training, and post-session evaluation.

This position requires coordinating sessions across school breaks, managing family communications, and ensuring licensing compliance and safety.

Qualifications

• BA/BS or Associate’s Degree with one of: 10+ months direct work with school-aged children; Vermont credentials or licensure.
• College coursework in Education, Childhood Development, Family Studies, or Recreation Management.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise Vacation Camp sessions, including scheduling, daily themes, and field trips.
• Coordinate staff, camper files, transportation, and inventory for each session.
• Ensure safety and compliance with Vermont licensing regulations and staff-to-child ratios.
• Provide updates to families and supervise program staff and instructors.

Skills

Diversity & inclusion

Staff supervision

Customer service

Background check

CPR/First Aid trained

Driver's license

Education

BA/BS or Associate’s Degree + credential

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Background Check

Job description

Burlington Parks, Recreation & Waterfront (BPRW) is seeking a Director to oversee licensed Vacation Camp and potential After School programs for K–5 students in Burlington, VT. The role includes theme implementation, day-to-day scheduling, staff training, and post-session evaluation.

This position requires coordinating sessions across school breaks, managing family communications, and ensuring licensing compliance and safety.