Summer Camp Director

Job Description

APPLY NOW TO BECOME A ROCKETEER!

“We think we're preparing kids for tomorrow. Kids just think it's cool!”

Are you passionate about providing children with the best educational and enrichment experiences in Science, Technology, Arts, Creative Design, and more!

We are seeking enthusiastic, motivated and talented individuals to work as Camp Coordinators at out Brookdale Campus.

• Summer seasonal position (8-10 weeks)

• PAID training!

• No formal experience required

• Employee discounts available for select camps

• Spend the summer with our AMAZING students having fun!

Basic Requirements:

• Located within driving distance to the Brookdale Community College

• Experience in a K-12 environment preferred. Teacher leaders, school supervisors, grade level or content team leaders, experienced teachers, and similar strongly encouraged to apply

• Experience with children in an educational setting

• Experience managing adults and giving feedback to adults

• 4-year college degree in any subject
• Rate: $23-$28/hr

For more information see our website: http://www.blackrocket.com/jobs/

Who is Black Rocket?

Black Rocket provides unique enrichment and educational programs to children and young adults. Our distinct programs in Creative Sciences and Digital Arts focus on the intersection of creativity and technology. Each course emphasizes self-empowerment, cognitive reasoning, and divergent thinking through hands-on learning. Whether in the classroom or the cloud, we believe every human being is unique in their ability and talents. Black Rocket's mission is to help ignite, unleash and enhance these distinct talents.

JOB GOAL: 

Responsible for the overall Instructional & Operational design of the camp experience, including collaboration with camp partners and organizations. 

JOB DUTIES: 

1. Facilitates with the pre-planning and prep work regarding camp including but not limited to: structure of day, recruitment/enrollment of students, applications, planning excursions etc. 

2. Assists with identifying and the interview process of hiring Lead Facilitators and counselors 

3. Supervise and monitor Lead facilitators, Facilitators, Counselors, and Interns 

4. Participate in Summer Camp Debrief sessions 

5. Gather correct student growth data for end of camp reports 

6. Participate in pre-camp required process design sessions 

7. Oversee timesheets/stipends 

8. Assure all paperwork is kept accurate including but not limited to: Transportation, attendance, class rosters, contact list for all staff etc. 

9. Maintain a current and accurate record of all children enrolled in the Summer Camp or on the wait list 

10. Contact parents if student is not showing up for the program 

11. Liaise with Camp Administrator to handle discipline and other issues 

12. Other duties as assigned.

**We will only review applications submitted online. Please do not send information or submit inquiries via email or phone.

Experience and Skills

1. Strong Communication skills and ability to communicate with a variety of stakeholders.
2. Enjoys working with children of all ages.
3. Ability to problem solve quickly
4. Manage large events with multiple groups simultaneously
5. Competent in MS Office Suite or Google Productivity Apps
6. Excellent Organizational skills and attention to detail.
7. Flexible and willing to train on new software/ technology. 
8. Bachelor's or higher degree required