Assistant Day Camp Director (Grades K-5) - Seasonal

City of Loveland•Loveland, CO

6d•$17 - $21

About The Position

Assists with management and supervision of program staff and children aged 5-11 years enrolled in Adventure Bound Day Camp programs. Responsible for coordination and oversight of weekly activities, enrichment programs and field trips. The hiring range for this position is $17.33- $21.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience. Position will remain open until filled. This is a temporary position lasting a maximum of 6 months working up to 40 hours per week, with a target start date of May 11th 2026 for evening training.

Requirements

Work with school-age children in such areas as recreation, education, scouting or 4-H
Completion of at least one (1) of the following qualifications: a. A Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with a major area of study in one (1) of the following areas: 1) Child Development 2) Psychology 3) Early Childhood Education 4) Early Childhood Special Education 5) Elementary Education 6) Elementary Special Education 7) Family and Human Development 8) Family Studies 9) Special Education 10) Outdoor Education 11) Recreation 12) Human Services b. An associate’s degree or sixty (60) semester credit hours from an accredited college or university and three (3) months (455 hours) of experience in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children over the ages of four (4) years who are not related to the individual; or c. Twenty-one (21) months (3,185 hours) of experience in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children over the ages of four (4) years who are not related to the individual and: 1) Completion of six (6) semester hours, from a regionally accredited college or university; or d. A current early childhood professional credential level II (2) or higher in version 3.0 as determined by the Colorado Department of Early Childhood based on its Early Childhood Professional Credential 3.0 Worksheet, found at https://www.coloradoshinespdis.com/s/aboutthe-ecpc?language=en_US.
Must currently possess or be able to successfully complete provided First Aid, CPR, and Standard Precautions certifications within 60 days of hire date and prior to working with children.
Must complete a provided Medical Administration Certification training.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Communicate effectively and diplomatically with participants of the programs, parents, co-workers, and the general public.
Exhibit excellent organizational and planning skills.
Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
Uses independent and sound judgment to react quickly and appropriately in emergency situations.
Exercise appropriate conflict resolution skills with camp participants and staff.
Exhibit patience when dealing with stressful situations.
Operate a 15 passenger City van with provided training
Must be at least 21 years of age upon hire.
Clearance from state, federal, sex offender and child abuse reporting background checks is required.

Responsibilities

Assist in coordination of all aspects of day camp programming including but not limited to participant registrations, weekly activities, field trips, enrichment classes/programs and special events.
Assist in daily implementation & supervision of camp operations.
Lead all programs by example, ensuring safe and appropriate use of all program and facility space/equipment.
Responsible for the preparation of weekly activity schedules and purchasing of required supplies with input from day camp leaders and aides; may assist with organization & distribution of weekly parent newsletters.
Assist with organization and planning of camp orientations, staff trainings and team meetings; may assist with conducting employee evaluations.
Ensure positive daily communication with participant families regarding camper expectations and behaviors; may assist in conducting informal or formal conference sessions with families to resolve challenges and concerns.
Assist in facility and room scheduling, ensuring essential set-up and take-down of assigned day camp program reservations.
Assist in scheduling use of and conducting regular routine inspection & maintenance on vans used for program activities & field trips, including but not limited to gassing, washing and vacuuming as needed.
Adhere to and implement all Adventure Bound Day Camp, Chilson Center, and City of Loveland policies and procedures, including any state or federal regulations for licensed school-age day camps.
Act on behalf of the Day Camp Director in their absence.
May assist Day Camp Director or Recreation Coordinator with other duties as assigned throughout the summer and in preparation of upcoming fall programs.
Work in the role of substitute Day Camp Leader when needed or as assigned.
Provide leadership and guidance to program leaders, aides, part-time instructors and volunteer staff.
May assist with employee performance evaluations for seasonal and part-time staff.
Performs other duties as assigned.