The Position

Responsible for both the management of the onsite team across all levels and camper behavior, the Assistant Site Director is a decisive and thoughtful educator, able to proactively organize for programmatic success and respond compassionately to daily needs. Reporting to and collaborating closely with the Site Director, they are a natural leader who values personal connections with their team.

Camper ages: 3-12 years old

Activities include: art, story time, sports, music, moon bounce, playground, STEM, aquatics, court and field sports, team-building

Schedule:

• In-season (late June through August): 7:30 am – 3:45 pm Monday – Friday
• Pre-season (May and early June): select evenings and weekends for training and site preparation

Compensation: $20 / hour

What You'll Do

What You’ll Do:  

• Bring Camp to Life
  • Expert on camper behavior management and curriculum adaptations to set each child up for success
  • Coach staff to better guide campers’ emotional, physical, and social development through hands-on exploration and developmentally appropriate activities
  • Act as the go-to person for camper behavioral support; work with your Site Director to intervene, problem-solve, coach staff on strategies, and serve as the liaison for families regarding campers’ physical and emotional safety in programming
  • Implement Headfirst’s safety protocols on supervision, bathrooms, emergency medications, and camper behavior management
• Manage the Big Picture
  • Welcome staff to site and be the onsite expert on rolling hire training, staff policies, ongoing professional development, and support staff in answering FAQs
  • Coach your team and lead by example, providing dynamic feedback and support to ensure they gain skills in behavioral management and curricula facilitation; empathetically mediate any sensitive team dynamics
  • Build camp spirit as a mentor and cheerleader for all staff, creating a fun, supportive, and growth-oriented summer work experience
• Think Strategically
  • Actively problem solve day-to-day issues across multiple programs, working alongside the Site Director and all staff to create the best experience possible for all campers
  • Bring your strengths and acknowledge there’s room for growth and learning
• Communicate Positively and Proactively
  • Anticipate staffing, facility, or scheduling issues before they occur and appropriately communicate with the Site Director to find solutions
• Represent Headfirst for Families & Facility Partners
  • Represent the Headfirst brand daily to families at carpool and to school facility partners throughout the summer by being enthusiastic, helpful, hands-on, and in uniform
  • Communicate clearly and professionally with parents in person and on the phone regarding camper behavior and success
  • Actively lead your team in our efforts to take care of our camp facility and community
• Handle the Curveballs
  • Be prepared to problem-solve and use your institutional and experiential knowledge to make educated, informed decisions when challenges arise
  • Practice resiliency and arrive with a “How Can I Help?” mentality that puts camper experience and team success at the forefront through problem solving and trying new things

About You

About You: Completed at least (3) years from an accredited undergraduate institution or have equivalent educational experience.

• Experience:
  • Majors in education, sports management, child development and social work fields viewed favorably
  • At least three (3) years of relevant professional experience working with children of all ages
  • Experience leading a team of direct reports
• Must be able to:
  • Work around small children including, sitting, standing, running, and climbing stairs for the full day.
  • Work in hot and outdoor environments while actively supervising campers and participating in dynamic activities for extended periods of time.
  • Lift and carry up to 30 pounds occasionally.
  • Committed to adhering to the Cell-Phone Free policy, powering down and putting away cell phones in a locked pouch for the duration of your shift.