Summer Camp Program Director - Currier

WHO WE ARE: Healthy Kids is not just another childcare provider. We are Inc. 5,000's fastest-growing provider of Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp Programs with over 100 locations and growing. We are a certified benefit corporation on a mission to reinvent accessible and affordable childcare for today’s families and create opportunities for our team to do what they love (and feel valued while doing it). Join our award-winning community and dive into a world of excitement, growth, and endless possibilities. .

We are looking for a passionate, responsible, and enthusiastic individual to become part of our summer camp team! As a Summer Camp Program Director, your primary role will be to ensure a safe, enjoyable, and enriching experience for all campers. You will lead activities, oversee camper safety, and contribute to a positive camp atmosphere. We’re searching for a dynamic Director to oversee our Summer Program for the 2025 season in the Bennington-Rutland Supervisory Union.

JOB STATUS: Part-Time, Non-Exempt

SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday

HOURS: Varies from 8am-5pm

PAY: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ensuring Compliance: Make sure both staff and the program follow state regulations, Healthy Kids policies, and the rules of our host school.

Creating Fun: Direct hands-on activities based on the Healthy Kids Curriculum, including fitness, STEAM, academic tasks, arts, and more. And yes, you'll help campers with their homework, too—become their homework hero!

Managing Operations: Oversee key management responsibilities, such as keeping attendance and registration records up to date and ensuring proper staffing levels for smooth operations.

Communicating Effectively: Keep parents and families informed through the Playground App, sharing important updates.

Team Collaboration: Stay in close communication with your supervisor, providing daily updates and addressing any issues quickly. By working together as a team, we’ll create a positive environment and ensure top-quality care while proactively addressing any challenges that arise.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervise and actively engage with campers, ensuring their safety and well-being.

Plan and lead camp activity sessions, including morning assemblies, active games, creative arts, water activities, sports, outdoor adventures, and team-building exercises.

Foster camper participation, enthusiasm, and positive interactions.

Serve as a positive role model by demonstrating leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.

Monitor camper behavior and resolve any issues with patience and professionalism.

Assist with meal supervision, cleaning up, and other camp tasks as needed.

Follow all camp policies and safety procedures.

Provide first aid and respond to emergencies when required.

Communicate clearly with staff, campers, school partners, and parents as necessary.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

To qualify as a director, you must meet or exceed the following requirements:

Be at least 18 years old and hold a BA, BS, or Associate's degree, along with one of the following:

At least 10 months of direct experience working with school-age children, or

Vermont On-the-Job Training certificate, or

Vermont Afterschool Professional Credential, or

Vermont Program Director Credential, or

Vermont Teacher Licensure, or

A Master’s Degree in a youth-related field.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Successful completion of a background check.

Clearance from your doctor, confirming you are fit to perform all job duties and free of any communicable diseases, including TB.

Friendly, approachable, and positive, with excellent people skills—whether interacting with kids, parents, or team members.

Reliable, professional, and punctual.

Physically able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 lbs. and keep up with energetic campers!

PART-TIME BENEFITS:

On-Demand Pay: Access your earnings whenever you need them—no waiting for payday!

Telehealth Benefits: Stay healthy with access to virtual medical care.

Vision Insurance: Keep your vision sharp—we want you to see your future with us!

Dental Insurance: Keep your smile bright with dental coverage.

AFLAC Supplemental Plans: Extra benefits to take care of you.

401(k) for eligible employees: We care about your future financial well-being.

Paid Sick Time Off: Everyone needs a break sometimes!

Career Development: Build your career and gain new skills with us!

Growth Opportunities: As we grow, we want you to grow with us!

Healthy Kids is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Healthy Kids Programs makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, visit: healthykidsprograms.com