Summer Camp Assistant Director

BRAINS AND MOTION EDUCATION • Inglewood, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Brains and Motion Education (BAM!) is seeking enthusiastic and organized Summer Camp Assistant Directors to support the daily operations of their summer camp locations. BAM! is a leading provider of STEM, Arts, and Sports programs for students aged 4 to 18, operating at schools and universities nationwide. They aim to prepare the next generation of leaders and innovators through engaging, exciting, memorable, and fun learning experiences. BAM! has partnered with over 350 academic institutions and impacted over 25,000 students.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of experience as an assistant director, coordinator, lead instructor, or similar role in a camp, youth program, or related setting.
• Experience assisting with staff supervision or supporting a team through guidance, collaboration, and feedback.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with staff, parents, and campers.
• Solid administrative abilities, including comfort with Google Workspace, such as Docs and Sheets.
• Enthusiasm for coaching, teaching, or engaging with children in grades TK through 8.
• Valid First Aid and CPR certification or willingness to obtain prior to the camp start date.
• Background check required for all summer camp staff.
• Completion of BAM summer camp training prior to the start of the season.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry 20 to 50 lbs, with or without accommodations.
• Full-time availability from June through August 2026, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM through 6:00 PM.
• Must possess a current, government-issued photo identification, such as a valid driver’s license or state ID.
• Must have dependable transportation to travel to assigned program locations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support the Camp Director in overseeing daily camp operations and maintaining an energetic and welcoming camp environment.
• Help supervise, mentor, and guide a team of 2 to 6 instructors, encouraging teamwork and strong communication.
• Contribute to a supportive experience for campers by helping to maintain a safe, inclusive, and engaging atmosphere.
• Assist with communication to parents, campers, and staff, answering questions and helping resolve concerns with professionalism.
• Assist with conflict resolution involving campers, instructors, or parents and help escalate situations appropriately to the Camp Director.
• Support administrative needs such as email communication, Google Docs, spreadsheets, and phone inquiries.
• Help anticipate and respond to unexpected challenges while maintaining a calm and solutions-focused approach.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed