2025-2026 - Early Childhood - Summer Camp Director

Isidore Newman School•New Orleans, LA

About The Position

The Camp Director is responsible for delivering a dynamic early childhood summer camp program that lives up to the high reputation of Green Trees Early Childhood Villag e . The camp enrolls 70-90 campers per session and employs up to 30 faculty and Newman Plus staff. The Camp Director assumes the role of 'Staff in Charge' per Louisiana State Department for Education Licensing Regulations and will ensure the care of every camper by following all Newman guidelines and professional standards in an appropriately interactive and engaging learning environment . Th is pe r son should have excellent interpersonal skills to plan and lead the camp , safely manage children and meet their individual needs, proactively guide and supervise camp staff, engage with parents, take direction, receive feedback, and b e team orientated Green Trees Directors and Newman Plus Director.

Responsibilities

Prepare the overall schedule , daily routin es for each age group, including before and after care, and special events
Assign camp staff to a ge g roup s, activities , front desk person, and b efore and a fter c are and create homerooms for c hildren in conjunction with the Green Trees Directors and Newman Plus Director
Determine and order all the supplies necessary for camp and remain within set budget parameters
Understan d daily camp operations, l ines of communication with Green Trees Directors, Newman Plus Office, Facilities Department, Health Center team to ensure all constituents are on the same page regarding facilities use and camp community safety
Work with Green Trees Administrative Assistant and Sage Dining to plan and de liver camper lunche s and snacks
Be fluent in policies and procedures for elevated states, loss of power, inclement weather, sickness and behavior issues
Answer parent questions by email or phone as needed in a timely manner
Follow camp orientation plan - Work with the Green Trees D irectors in leading the staff orientation and training
L ead the setup of camp learning environments, including homerooms, a dventure rooms , and decoration of the facilities
Provide overall leadership and high-visibility presence for the camp program, setting the standard for professional boundaries, healthy relationships, and positive camp culture among campers, families, and staff.
Oversee campers' health, safety, and social-emotional well-being, ensuring licensing protocols are followed and collaborating with directors to address concerns as they arise.
Uphold quality expectations through observ ations of practice, providing feedback, and supporting instructors with curriculum implementation and instructional effectiveness
Communicate proactively with families-both collectively and individually- regarding camp logistics , expectations, updates, and camper-related needs.
Plan, facilitate , and support special events and spontaneous programming that enhance the camp experience.
Manage operational systems and logistics , including Brightwheel oversight, weekly blog/photo gallery updates, supply and snack ordering (with prior approval), and daily staffing, including b efore and After Care coverage
Lead the pack ing and storage of all camp equipment and materials
Reset all facilities to how they were found before the start of camp
Report and attend to any broken equipment or damaged facilities
Wrap-up all camp communications external and internal
Debrief with the Green Trees Directors and Newman Plus