Field Coordinator, Waynflete Summer

Waynflete Summer offers seven weeks of engaging camp sessions for children ages 4–16. 

Join our enthusiastic and dedicated team this summer!
www.summer.waynflete.org

Position: Field Coordinator, Waynflete Summer

Locations: Waynflete Fore River Campus

• 283 Osgood Street | Portland, ME (sports fields & nature classroom)
   

Mission: Waynflete’s mission is to engage the imagination and intellect of our students, to guide them toward self-governance and self-knowledge, and to encourage their responsible and caring participation in the world. Our aim is to provide a program that combines security with challenge, playful exploration with rigorous expectation, and range of experience with depth of inquiry.
 

Compensation: $20 - $22 / hour based on experience.

Dates of Employment: 7 week commitment, weeks noted below

• Pre-Camp Training Dates: TBD, May/June 2024
• Camp Weeks: 6/10, 6/17, 6/24, 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22
• Camp is closed on 6/19, Juneteenth & 7/4, Independence Day 

Camp Hours:

• Camp Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday - Friday
• Staff Hours: approximately 8:00am to 4:00pm daily
• Leadership Team meetings - times TBD

Contact Information: 

• Email: summer@waynflete.org ​​​​​​
• Phone: (207) 274 - 5209

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with Program Directors for Sports & Eco Explorers Camps to:

  • Check campers into and out of their appropriate program daily.

  • Run fun and engaging morning meetings.

  • Address campers medical needs:

    • Administering and recording medications

    • Attending to and recording first aid incidents 

    • Communicating medical concerns with leadership team 

  • Work with any campers with behavioral challenges outside of their program if deemed necessary.

  • Calling parents/guardians as needed.

  • Fill in for team absences as needed.

• Compile/update binders with camper records and attendance tracking prior to each camp week.

• Supervise a small group of program CIT’s 

• Supervise and direct campers arriving late or leaving early from camp.

• Work closely with the Camp Communications Manager to:

  • Produce weekly newsletter updates.

  • Communicate weather related changes to schedules for “4 Day Flex” schedule.

• Work closely with Camp Director to:

  • Communicate issues, concerns, or needs in a timely manner

  • Meet regularly to discuss general operations of campus

• Lead by example in respect and care for the community and campus.

• Present a safe and inclusive environment for all.

• Keep the safety of campers and the camp team in mind at all times. 

• Attend all required leadership and staff meetings and pre-season training sessions.

Skills & Qualifications:

• 21 years of age

• Experience working with children (ages 4-16) 

• Experience in a leadership role in a similar setting

• First Aid/CPR/AED certified & WFA certified (WFR preferred)

• Excellent communication skills

• Comfortable navigating behavioral challenges with campers.

• Comfortable handling First Aid/medical needs.

• Able to communicate with parents/guardians in a clear, calm and professional manner.

• Previous experience with diverse populations

• Experience in using Google Suite and CampBrain (preferred)
   

Waynflete Summer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

To apply, please click below and upload a resume, contact information for three professional references, and a cover letter addressed to Director of Auxilliary Programs, Jenny Mueller. Applications will be reviewed immediately and the position will remain open until filled. No phone calls, please.