Site Summer Camp Director - UCLA - 2026
About The Position
Education Unlimited is looking for qualified and energetic program administrators to join our team as Site Directors. Fundamentally, the job of the Site Director is to plan and manage the day-to-day operations of the camp, to ensure that Education Unlimited’s policies, curriculum, schedule, and mission are implemented, and to manage the program staff and instructors, among other various duties. Site Directors will begin planning camp programs in early spring and will live on-campus (lodging, meals, and parking provided) during program dates. The Site Director is probably our most rewarding and challenging camp position, and we believe that having a positive, organized, and effective camp director helps to create memorable and deeply enriching camp experiences for our students.
Requirements
- Good judgement, people skills, and follow-through
- Accept direction from Education Unlimited headquarters
- Manage and work productively with campers, their parents, and camp staff
- A bachelor’s degree is required
- 5+ years’ experience working with students (in a teaching or administrative role) between the ages of 8 and 18
- 2+ years' experience in program administration
- A calm and professional demeanor
- The willingness and ability to work long hours
- Self-motivation and follow-through
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong people skills
- A passion for education
- The ability to manage others in a high-energy environment
Nice To Haves
- A master’s degree or PhD is a plus
Responsibilities
- Plan and manage the day-to-day operations of the camp
- Ensure that Education Unlimited’s policies, curriculum, schedule, and mission are implemented
- Manage the program staff and instructors
- Attend director training meetings
- Regularly communicate with EU headquarters
- Meet with campus conference staff prior to the start of camp
- Prepare and finalize camp schedules and activities
- Address students’ needs and ensure student safety
- Handle campus relations (facilities, dining, classrooms, etc.)
- Manage communication with parents
- Meet teachers’ needs for classroom materials and activities
- Follow and maintain the camp budget
- Lead recreational activities as needed
- Manage camp staff, including instructors and, in some cases, assistant directors or counselors
Benefits
- lodging
- meals
- parking
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Career Level
Director
