Assistant Director Extended Care

Assistant Director Extended Care

Kingswood campers explore Cranbrooks 319-acre campus of playing fields woods rivers lakes and gardens. They participate in a full schedule that includes swimming music sports drama arts yoga dance science nature archery canoeing and tennis. These opportunities provide time for growth and emphasize cooperative team efforts. Field trips and events add to our camp experience. At Kingswood diversity is celebrated and personal talents are nurtured by exploring a wide variety of unique cultural educational and enrichment activities. It is a time for campers to explore make new friends and have fun together! For more information regarding all the camps please click here:Cranbrook Schools Day Camps at a Glance

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Hire train manage and evaluate staff
• Meet budget requirements
• Purchase supplies
• Setup and breakdown camp spaces
• Develop and operate program
• Act as main contact for parents regarding all aspects of the camp other than financials
• Maintain accreditation and licensing standards and rules
• Create and maintain policies for program

Qualifications Required:

• A Bachelors or Associates degree in Education or a related field
• Management and childcare experience
• Superior problem-solving and management skills
• Ability to effectively relate to campers staff and parents

Preferred: Prior experience in any of these areas: Camp Administration Camp Program experience Child Development or Performance Development.

Timeframe: June 8 to August 9; Weekdays only except first and last. Must be able to work the entire length of camp.

Please Note: Assistant Directors are year-round -Season (January May) and Post-Season (September December) involve minimal hours spent working on updating camp programs interviewing candidates for the summer camp season and exploring professional development offered by the American Camp hours during the camp session (June August) are 40 hours per week generally 8:00 am 4:00 pm Monday through Friday.

Wage: $20.00 per hour.

Benefits: Lunch provided during camp session; discounts for children/grandchildren.

Required Experience:

Director