Day Camp Supervisor

Los Gatos Community•Los Gatos, CA

9d•$31 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Site Supervisor II, the Day Camp Supervisor is responsible for the oversight of operations of a summer day camp for school aged children and directs activities. The Day Camp Supervisor is responsible for following agency policies, procedures and all applicable laws to ensure compliance within the program. This may extend to the 2026-27 school year as a Site Supervisor 1 position with a pay range of $30.93 to $47.99/hour.

Requirements

College Degree (B.A. or B.S.) in recreation, child development or a related field; or two years related management experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Must have the ability to write routine reports and correspondence as well as, speak effectively before groups of participants, parents and/or employees within the organization.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, and percentages.
Solid experience working with Microsoft Office 13 which includes word outlook, processing, spreadsheets and database programs.
Must have the ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Valid California Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.
Acceptable driving record and qualification for insurability by the Los Gatos-Saratoga Community Education and Recreation insurance carrier.
Criminal Justice fingerprint clearance.
Evidence of TB clearance

Nice To Haves

Techniques and activities used to develop recreation opportunities for school-age children
Strategies and methods used to motivate and engage children
Managerial skills such as communication, scheduling, supply ordering.

Responsibilities

Provides positive leadership, and coaching/mentoring to site staff
Works collaboratively with staff, participants, and parents
Plans daily activities for day camp participants
Directs the work of the Senior Day Camp Leader and Summer Day Camp Leader
Maintains accurate attendance records for each participant enrolled in the day camp
Confers with Site Supervisor II and staff regarding child's behavioral problems, and recommends methods of modifying inappropriate behavior
Maintains a clean, safe, healthy, and orderly environment including indoor and outdoor areas
Follows health and safety standards for food handling, hand washing, and universal precautions with exposure to blood
Possesses knowledge of Emergency Disaster Plan
Arranges medical attention for ill or injured children in accordance with parent's instructions
Notifies supervisor of facility maintenance needs
Monitors and approves staff timecards
Plans, preps and shops for supplies as needed
Other related duties as assigned