Summer Day Camp Director

The Camp Director is the onsite representative of iD, responsible for fostering a FUN and SAFE environment in which students are able to learn new technology and think creatively! With the support and guidance of a nationwide team, the Director leads a team of instructors in the day-to-day program operations. In addition to maintaining the satisfaction of all students, parents, staff and university contacts, the Director will act as the Health Care Administrator and will dispense all camper medications and perform camper health assessments. As the onsite staff supervisor, the Director will coach every staff member in developing and demonstrating professional behaviors. At locations with an overnight program, the Director is required to stay on campus.

CERTIFICATION AND TRAINING

• Attend in-person and online Regional Staff Trainings
• Lead weekend onsite orientation session
• Complete ALL paperwork and training requirements
• Become acquainted with all courses, products, and software
• May be required to be fingerprinted (based on location)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

Administrative & Supervisory:

• Develop staff leadership skills using performance management coaching techniques taught at Regional Staff Training
• Oversee and participate in logistics of location set-up, tear-down and product inventory/assessment - ability to lift 50 lbs
• Plan and execute an organized check-in each session
• Work with clients to address and resolve any concerns
• Plan, organize, and participate in indoor and outdoor activities for students; ensure all activities are appropriate, fun, and adequately supervised
• Maintain positive staff and student morale
• Additional duties as needed and assigned by your Regional Manager
• Ensure that Instructors and students are meeting curriculum goals
• Conduct periodic performance reviews of staff members
• Apply behavior management techniques to enforce rules and safety regulations
• Ensure Instructors meet critical deadlines on diplomas, project completion, and Friday student presentations
• Create and implement work schedules, roles and responsibilities for staff
• Hold routine meetings to address and resolve staff concerns
• Act as an emergency substitute for sick/absent Instructor
• Be continuously available to staff and students while on duty
• Escort students to and from dining halls - traveling up to 1 mile

Health, Safety, & First-Aid:

• Ensure a safe environment is maintained at all times for students and staff
• Ensure proper supervision is occurring at all times, including but not limited to: upholding ratios, conducting face counts, and managing risk and student behavior during activities and street crossing
• Know and uphold iD Tech’s safety policies and procedures
• Execute an organized camper medication check-in and check-out each session
• Store and dispense camper medications with 100% accuracy
• Maintain accurate, up to date medications and health log
• Respond to and document critical incidents - must have good hearing & eyesight, mobility, and be able to operate emergency exits
• Perform CPR and First Aid

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Previous camp or managerial experience is required. Camp Directors must demonstrate impeccable judgment, strong organizational skills, and be able to communicate effectively via email, cell phone, and hand-written documents. The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in Google Workspace (Google Drive/Docs/Sheets). In addition, the candidate must have a background working with kids and teens. Knowledge of computer networking and/or curriculum software is a plus. The ideal candidate would have a college degree in a related field. Must be certified in Adult & Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED prior to the first day of work. Some jurisdictions require Directors to be at least 25 years old (by the start of camp). Based on work location, candidates may be required to provide proof of vaccinations, including for COVID-19.

PAY

The pay for this position varies by work location, program division and camp size:

• California: $1,400 - $1,500/week
• Colorado: $1,050 - $1,150/week
• New York: $1,300 -$1,400/week
• Seattle: $1,475-1,575/week for staff working overnight schedule
• Other Washington locations: $1,325/week
• Other locations: To be discussed in interview

This position is eligible for 401(k) once eligibility requirements are met and other benefits as required by state or local law.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $925.00 per week

Work setting:

• In-person

Work Location: In person