Education Unlimited

Education Unlimited Summer Camp Director - 2024

Education Unlimited - Georgetown, DC - Temporary

Summer Camp Directors positions available during the following weeks and locations. 

Director positions include room and board on campus.  Additional employment opportunities may be available to qualified candidates.

Dates:

Sessions are 1 week spanning from June 16th-August 3rd. Please list availability in attached questionnaire

Locations

UC Berkeley, Georgetown University, UCLA, and Stanford University

Description

Education Unlimited is looking for qualified and energetic program administrators to join our team as a Summer Camp Director. 

Camp Directors will plan and manage the day-to-day operations of the camp, ensuring that Education Unlimited’s policies, curriculum, schedule, and mission are implemented. Camp Directors will also manage program staff and instructors, among other various duties. Camp Directors will begin planning camp programs in early spring and will live on-campus (lodging, meals, and parking provided) during program dates. 

The Summer Camp Director is probably our most rewarding and challenging camp position, and we believe that having a positive, organized, and effective camp director helps to create memorable and deeply enriching camp experiences for our students. 

Qualifications:

Camp Directors must have good judgment, people skills, and follow-through to be effective. Camp Directors must also be able to accept direction from Education Unlimited headquarters to ensure that our policies and requirements are uniformly administered at each program. Successful directors must be able to manage and work productively with campers, their parents, and camp staff. A bachelor’s degree is required. A master’s degree or PhD is a plus. 

  • 5+ years’ experience working with students (in a teaching or administrative role) between the ages of 8 and 18.
  • 2+ years' experience in program administration. 
  • A calm and professional demeanor.
  • The willingness and ability to work long hours.
  • Self-motivation and follow-through.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong people skills.
  • A passion for education.
  • The ability to manage others in a high-energy environment.
  • Vaccinated and boosted against COVID- 19

Before camp, Camp Directors will:

  • Attend all director training meetings.
  • Regularly communicate with EU headquarters.
  • Hire (or assist in hiring) camp staff at least one month prior to the start of camp.
  • Meet with campus conference staff prior to the start of camp.
  • Prepare and finalize camp schedules and activities. 

During camp, Camp Directors will: 

  • Address students’ needs and ensure student safety. 
  • Handle campus relations (facilities, dining, classrooms, etc.).
  • Manage communication with parents.
  • Meet teachers’ needs for classroom materials and activities. 
  • Follow and maintain the camp budget. 
  • Lead recreational activities as needed. 
  • Manage camp staff, including instructors and, in some cases, assistant directors or counselors.

Summer Camp Directors may be hired for one week or for multiple sessions at a campus. Please indicate your availability on the job application. 

Education Unlimited® provides academic summer camps & pre-college summer programs for students entering grades 4-12. Our summer programs include public speaking camps, college admissions prep programs, science camps, summer acting camp, writing camps, computer camp, leadership camp, video production camp, and college tours.

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