Summer Camp Assistant Director
Job Description Job Description Assistant Summer Camp Director (Part-Time Hourly) Location: Lehman College, School for Continuing and Professional Studies Pay: $25 per hour | W-2 employee Schedule: Part-time during the academic year; full-time during the summer camp season (July–August). Position Summary Support the Camp Director with pre-season planning and daily operations of a safe, engaging, and inclusive summer camp for children and teens. Assist with staffing, programming, administration, marketing, logistics, and family communications. Essential Responsibilities Help plan and deliver safe, educational camp activities; coordinate camper groups, attendance, schedules, spaces, and equipment. Support staff hiring, onboarding, training, supervision, and mentoring. Communicate with families, assist with orientations, and address camper or staff concerns professionally and discreetly. Maintain program records and incident reports; assist with purchasing, facilities, registration, recruitment, and correspondence. Follow applicable health, safety, and college requirements and complete required training, such as food protection and First Aid/CPR. Required Qualifications At least 21 years old. Some college coursework. Experience in K–12 education, youth development, or recreation. Preferred Qualifications Two years of supervisory or administrative experience in a camp, school, recreation, or youth program. Strong leadership, organization, problem-solving, and communication skills. Creativity, a positive attitude, and the ability to motivate children. Ability to collaborate with staff and families, follow directions, and complete assigned tasks. Physical Requirements Identify hazards and respond appropriately; maintain the visual, auditory, and physical ability needed to supervise campers and staff. Walk, stand, run, bend, and participate actively throughout the camp day. Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather and lift or carry supplies and equipment as needed. Employment Terms Academic-year work supports planning, recruitment, registration, staffing, and program preparation. Attendance at required Department of Health and Mental Hygiene and camp staff training is mandatory. What the Role Offers Hands-on leadership experience with an experienced Camp Director, a collaborative team environment, and opportunities to positively impact children, teens, and families. \nCompany Description The mission of the School of Continuing and Professional Studies at Lehman College is to provide education and training opportunities and develop entrepreneurship and business expansion that will enhance the economic security of the Bronx. Each year we serve 6,600 continuing education and workforce students and 850 adult degree students. Company Description The mission of the School of Continuing and Professional Studies at Lehman College is to provide education and training opportunities and develop entrepreneurship and business expansion that will enhance the economic security of the Bronx. Each year we serve 6,600 continuing education and workforce students and 850 adult degree students.
