Camp Director - Before and After School Programs

To lead, direct, coordinate, facilitate, and supervise a quality Before and Afterschool Camp, which includes the following developmentally appropriate activities that engage children ages 3-12 in various Recreational, Educational, and Cultural programs. This position is responsible for all administrative functions of operating a licensed childcare program and the supervision of Camp staff.

• Manage the daily operation of a childcare camp program and ensure compliance with the Department of Children and Families, YoungStar, and MKE Recreation Department.
• Plan, coordinate and/or facilitate engaging enrichment programs daily.
• Recruit, orientate, train, supervise, coach, and evaluate camp staff performance as required.
• Work in collaboration with the principal and day school staff in recruiting and retaining students for all Camp program activities.
• Communicate and meet regularly with, the School Principal, Recreation Supervisor, and day school staff to discuss Camp successes, collaborations, and areas of improvement.
• Complete, collect, and maintain all written paperwork, including billing and fee collection, payroll (TCP and Timesheets), attendance, student files, staff files, accident/incident reports, supply requisitions, program plans, budgets, self-assessments, action/improvement plans and any other written documents regarding the camp program.
• Complete annual mid-year reviews to discuss Camp performance with Principals and assigned Recreation Supervisor. Complete the end-of-year review process as required as well.
• Ensure compliance with DCF Health and Safety Checklist - Public School Operated Programs and DCF 251 requirements.
• Attend School Learning Team meetings and/or School Governance Council meetings, monthly directors' meetings, required trainings, in-services, and professional development to ensure ongoing communication with the day school, and Recreation Camp Staff.
• Act as a liaison between Before & Afterschool Camp staff and school personnel (i.e., engineer, food service staff, etc.).
• Initiate parental contact when communicating pertinent camp information and/or emergencies.
• Fill in as necessary to maintain appropriate staff-to-student ratios.
• Ensure all meals and snacks are provided as scheduled. Procure lunches from kitchen staff if lunches are needed for field trips.
• Inform Recreation Supervisors of all emergency medical and incidents that involve police contact immediately and complete the Accident/Incident Report within the required timeframe.
• Regularly evaluate the camp program for quality and compliance.
• Ensure a safe and constructive educational and recreational environment for children enrolled in the program.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Recreation Supervisor, Manager, or Coordinator.