Camp Site Director

The Art Farm NYC•New York, NY

2d•$20 - $1,200•Onsite

About The Position

Camp Site Director (Seasonal – Summer 2026) 📍 Locations: Upper West Side (2 sites) & Upper East Side (1 site) – NYC 🕒 Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday 🗓 Season: Late May – August 15 📄 Position Type: Seasonal / Temporary 💰 Pay: Based on experience/Background Training Period (Late May–Mid June): Starting at $20 per hour Camp Session (Late June–Mid August): Weekly stipend of $1,000–$1,200 per week . Based on program schedule and responsibilities. Why Join Us? We operate engaging, high-quality summer camp programs in private school facilities, with our specialty live animal science program in addition to standard day camp offerings. Our camps focus on creating a safe, organized, and joyful environment for campers, families, and staff. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for an experienced professional who thrives in fast-paced, child-centered environments and enjoys managing both people and operations. What We Offer: ✅ Competitive seasonal compensation ✅ Leadership experience in a well-established NYC summer camp program ✅ Collaborative and energetic work environment ✅ Meaningful impact working with children, families, and educators 🚫 Please note: This is a seasonal position and does not include health benefits . Your Role as Camp Site Director: The Camp Site Director is responsible for the overall management and daily operations of a summer camp location. This role serves as the on-site leader, primary liaison between vendors, school staff, and the camp operator, and the point person for staff supervision, safety, communication, and organization. You will ensure smooth daily operations, lead staff, manage logistics, oversee camper arrivals and dismissals, and maintain compliance with Department of Health requirements.

Requirements

Must be at least 25 years old
Bachelor’s degree required
Available to work late May through Mid-August without interruption

Nice To Haves

Experience in camp leadership, education, or youth programming
Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
Familiarity with Department of Health camp regulations preferred
Comfort with administrative tools (email, spreadsheets, camp software such as Amilia)
Collaborative, energetic, and solutions-oriented mindset

Responsibilities

Daily Camp Operations Open and prepare classrooms and shared spaces each morning
Greet and check in with teaching staff; communicate updates and parent notes
Serve as liaison between camp partners, site personnel, and transportation providers
Lead camper drop-off and dismissal (12:30 PM half-day / 2:45 PM full-day)
Track daily attendance of SEITs and volunteers
Remain informed of all camper and staff medical needs and documentation
Act as lead during emergencies and ensure protocols are followed
Provide in-classroom and operational support as needed
Manage the camp photo-sharing platform
Coordinate lunch coverage and staff breaks
Maintain accurate medical, fire, and injury logs
Fulfill duties as a mandated reporter
Ensure classrooms and shared spaces are clean and organized at day’s end
Weekly & Administrative Duties Create weekly agendas and lead Thursday staff meetings
Maintain the “Need to Order” supply list and coordinate deliveries
Contact and schedule substitute teachers as needed
Communicate regularly with the Camp Supervisor, Camp Operator, and other Site Directors
Monitor the camp email account and update registrations and enrollment spreadsheets (Amilia)
Prepare for and facilitate the Department of Health annual camp inspection