Summer Day Camp Assistant Division Leader, JCC Camp Kaleidoscope

About the role

JCC Greater Boston is seeking Assistant Division Leaders / Unit Heads to join their Leadership Team this summer. These positions involve mentoring counselors, supporting positive group dynamics, and leading age-appropriate activities in specialized areas.

Responsibilities

• Mentor counselors and support positive group dynamics
• Create a fun, inclusive, and supportive environment
• Plan and lead age-appropriate, engaging, and inclusive activities
• Ensure the safety and well-being of campers during activities
• Manage camper well-being and behavior
• Uphold camp policies and traditions
• Model excellence in leadership
• Oversee specific age-groups and/or specialized program areas

Requirements

• High school degree required
• College degree, concentration or equivalent experience in Education or similar field of study and/or comparable experience preferred
• 1+ season (summer camp, semester, other) experience teaching or program planning for children in a variety of settings
• Customer service experience preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Genuine enjoyment of working with children and helping them grow
• Passion and expertise in your specialty area
• Excellent group management skills
• Strong communication, teamwork, and collaboration skills with campers and staff
• Safety awareness and ability to manage risks during activities
• Creativity, flexibility and patience to adapt activities for diverse camper needs
• Positive, energetic attitude and commitment to fostering an inclusive, joyful camp environment
• Proactive problem-solving and willingness to ask for guidance when needed
• Self-starter who takes the initiative
• Able to work well with others, building/sustaining collaborative solid relationships
• Ability to manage situations effectively and diplomatically and ask for help, guidance, or clarification when needed
• Commitment to build strong relationships with campers, co-workers, and camp leadership

Physical Requirements

• Able to work well in a busy, dynamic, and sometimes noisy environment involving multiple tasks and priorities
• Ability to work in variety of weather conditions for extended periods of time in case of rain, heat, humidity, cold, or other environmental factors
• Able to lift and carry objects weighing 30-40 pounds (boxes of supplies, children’s backpacks, etc.)
• Able to sit and kneel; getting down at eye level with children regularly

Benefits

• Seasonal Access to the JCC Fitness Center
• Free or discounted enrollment for camp programs for employees' children based on availability