Summer Camp Director
Content + Source + Freshness • 15 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Moderate value due to the seasonal nature of the role and requirement for camp management experience.
- Compensation based on experience
- Professional opportunity to impact youth programming
- Requires proven experience in camp administration
- Seasonal position may limit long-term career development
Pros
- Opportunity to shape a youth program and develop leadership skills
- Engagement with community and impact on children’s lives
- Variety in daily tasks with program creativity
Cons
- Seasonal position may lack long-term stability
- Requires significant management experience
- Potentially high-pressure environment during camp sessions
Who it's for
Mid-level • Seasonal, on-site in East Greenwich
Good fit
- Candidates with camp administration experience
- Professionals looking for impactful roles in youth development
- Individuals who enjoy dynamic and creative environments
Not recommended for
- Entry-level applicants or new grads
- Those seeking permanent positions
- People looking for low-pressure environments
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Rocky Hill Country Day School seeks a Camp Director to lead Summer by the Bay, our vibrant program for students entering nursery through grade 12.
This role calls for a leader who will shape every aspect of the camp experience: building and mentoring a talented staff team, designing engaging programs that spark curiosity and joy, maintaining the highest standards of safety and care, managing resources thoughtfully, and fostering meaningful connections with families.
The ideal candidate will bring both vision and practical expertise to create a summer environment where young people thrive. You'll ensure that Summer by the Bay embodies the distinctive spirit and values that have defined Rocky Hill for generations, while crafting experiences that children will remember long after summer ends.
Position Summary
The Summer Camp Director provides comprehensive leadership and management for Summer by the Bay, at Rocky Hill Country Day School’s summer camp program for students entering grades Nursery–12. This position oversees all aspects of camp operations, including staffing, programming, safety compliance, budgeting, and parent communication.
The Director ensures that the program reflects the schools centered mission and motto of Know Thyself, values, and standards of Rocky Hill Country Day School while creating a safe, engaging, and enriching experience for all participants.
Compensation and Benefits
This is a seasonal, exempt position with a competitive salary dependent on experience.
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to employment@rockyhill.org with the subject line Summer Camp Director – Summer by the Bay. Applications are to be submitted by November 19, 2025.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Plan, organize, and manage all facets of the summer camp program, including scheduling, curriculum coordination, and daily operations.
Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate seasonal staff, ensuring adherence to school and state regulations. Develop and monitor program budgets in collaboration with the Director of Community Partnerships. Oversee camper registration, enrollment management, and weekly newsletter communication with families.
Implement and maintain all health, safety, and risk management protocols in alignment
with school policies. Serve as the primary on-site administrator during camp sessions, addressing operational needs and family, staff and other key members' concerns promptly.
Coordinate training and orientation courses prior to camp for counselors/instructors. Promote a positive, inclusive environment that supports the social, emotional, and developmental growth of campers.
Qualifications
Minimum of three to five (3–5) years of recreation, youth development, or related field with focus experience in camp administration, youth programming, orschool leadership.
Demonstrated ability to manage staff, budgets, and multiple program areas simultaneously.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills. Knowledge of health and safety practices applicable to youth programs.
Current First Aid/CPR certification or willingness to obtain prior to start date.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in programming and staffing.
