Day Camp Director

About Brains and Motion Education:

Ready to make a real impact while having fun this summer?

At Brains & Motion Education (BAM!), we believe learning should be exciting, hands-on, and unforgettable. We deliver dynamic STEM, Arts, and Sports programs for students ages 4–18, helping shape future innovators and leaders.

With partnerships across 350+ schools and universities nationwide, and over 25,000 students impacted, we’re on a mission to unlock every child’s potential—one camp at a time.

Job Description:

As a Day Camp Director, you won’t just run a camp, you’ll create an environment where students thrive, instructors grow, and every day is meaningful.

You’ll take the lead in managing daily operations, supporting your team, and ensuring every camper has a safe, fun, and enriching experience.

In this role, you will:

• Oversee the overall success and smooth operation of your assigned camp location.
• Supervise, mentor, and assist a team of 2–6 instructors, ensuring a supportive and collaborative atmosphere.
• Foster personal growth and development for all campers, maintaining a welcoming, safe, and engaging environment.
• Communicate effectively with campers, parents, and staff, addressing questions, complaints, and concerns with professionalism.
• Handle and resolve conflicts involving campers, instructors, or parents swiftly and effectively.
• Manage administrative tasks, including email communication, Google Docs, spreadsheets, and phone inquiries.
• Plan for and adapt to on-the-fly challenges while making sound decisions quickly.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3-5 years of experience as a director, manager, coordinator, or supervisor in a camp, youth program, or similar setting.
• Have experience supervising and managing camp staff, including providing guidance, support, and performance feedback to ensure a positive and productive team environment.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for engaging with staff, campers, and parents.
• Strong administrative abilities, including proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets).
• Knowledgeable and enthusiastic about coaching, teaching, and working with children in grades TK–8.
• Valid First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain before camp start).
• Background Check required for all summer camp staff.
• Undergo Brains and Motion summer camp training program.
• Ability to lift and carry 20–50 lbs. occasionally, with or without accommodations.
• Full-time availability from June to August 2026, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–6:00 PM.
• Must possess a current, government issued photo identification, such as a valid driver’s license or state ID, and have dependable transportation to travel to assigned program locations as needed.

Details

• Dates: June 29 - Aug 7, 2026
• Job Type: Full Time, Seasonal
• Wage: $25/hr

Brains and Motion Education is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state or local law.