Summer Camp Program Manager

Edventure More

2h

About The Position

The Program Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of their summer site. This includes pre-season training, in-season program management, staff coaching and management, and interactions with students and parents. The Program Manager ensures the smooth operation of daily program activities, which include snack time, outdoor play, and SEL (Social-Emotional Learning) and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) activities. Exact parameters and daily schedules vary by partnership/site and the Program Manager is accountable for adjusting tools and information from the larger company to the specifics of their partnership/site.

Requirements

• Passion for working with children and experience leading youth groups.
• Experience managing and coaching staff.
• Strong classroom management and group facilitation skills.
• Excellent communication skills, including digital communication (email, Slack, etc.).
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and multitasking skills.
• High level of responsibility, dependability, and flexibility.
• Bachelor's degree in education or a related field.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Previous satisfactory experience working with groups of students.
• Three positive work/character references.
• Must complete Livescan and TB test.
• CPR/First Aid Certification is required by the start date. Certification must include an in-person CPR component. If you are not already certified, some compensation will be available.

Nice To Haves

• Previous summer camp experience preferred.
• Creativity and enthusiasm (costumes, skits, songs welcome!).
• Experience working with children in educational or camp settings.
• Experience coaching or supporting adult staff.
• Familiarity with SEL and STEAM learning models.
• Classroom teaching experience or credential (preferred but not required).
• Positive, patient, adaptable leadership style.
• Self-starter who is both independent and team-oriented.
• Ability to hit the ground running and thrive in a short term environment (6 week program).

Responsibilities

• Maintain positive relationships with host site contacts and ensure compliance with all site requirements.
• Meet regularly with site staff to ensure strong collaboration.
• Manage the site budget, payroll, and timesheet accuracy while monitoring overtime.
• Recruit, hire, train, coach, and evaluate program staff in partnership with the Recruiting team.
• Lead staff meetings, trainings, refreshers, and safety demonstrations.
• Supervise and support Instructors and Program Assistants (if applicable).
• Ensure full implementation of EDMO curriculum, policies, and procedures.
• Monitor student behavior and apply positive behavior management strategies; collaborate with the Program Culture Manager when needed.
• Ensure safety, cleanliness, and overall well-being of students and staff.
• Provide responsive, professional communication with parents and partners.
• Manage site inventory and materials.
• Model and promote the EDMO Method, including Self-Awareness, Problem-Solving, Advocacy, Collaboration, and Empathy.
• Complete administrative tasks and meet all deadlines.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support program success.

Benefits

• An inclusive, supportive and growth oriented workplace.
• A diverse workforce with great collaborative, people-oriented culture.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Manager