Summer Camp Program Director - Outdoor Education
SALARY RANGE $28.00 - $29.00 per hour
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Summer Camp at the JCCSF offers one to three-week sessions in both the traditional day camp and specialty camp settings for campers in grades K-8. Outdoor Ed Camps are in session June 1- August 21. Our classic day camps feature arts & crafts, STEAM projects, and sports. Specialty camps include visual arts, nature exploration, musical theater, science and more.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Organize and implement outdoor curriculum for grades 1-5 Lead and design outdoor curriculum supported by field trips to relevant locations Prepare for and deliver 11 weeks of camp programming, including creating supply lists, curriculum development and teaching daily lessons Implement an interactive, age-appropriate curriculum Support general counselors (when applicable) Support camper drop-off and pick-up processes Provide excellent customer service to camp families by communicating with them about their camper's experience Set-up camp room and cleanup daily Implement daily safety check of relevant equipment Practice personal leadership skills Model appropriate behavior for campers Set clear and consistent limits and resolve behavioral problems with assistance from supervisors
REQUIREMENTS
At least 1 year as an educator Knowledge and ability to explain and facilitate age-appropriate design and tool use skills for elementary school-aged campers Outstanding communication skills, both written and oral Passions for outdoor projects, informal education and youth programs as well as a passion for natural science Knowledge of summer camps preferred Ability to work well both in a team environment and independently Must have enthusiasm, flexibility, and ability to improvise a must
WORKING CONDITIONS
Will be directly working with youth ages 8-11. The home base for any outdoor camp will be a camp room on-site at the JCC. The campers will then frequent other nature and outdoorsy spaces throughout San Francisco.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Position requires seated or standing use of a computer throughout the day
STATUS
Non-benefited, non-exempt position
HOURS
Up to 10 hours per week of prep time (5/1/2026 - 5/31/2026) 37.5 hours per week from 6/2/2025 - 8/22/2025
SCHEDULE
Summer Direct Service Hours: June 1, 2026-August 7, 2026 8:00am - 4:00pm, Monday - Friday
FOR MORE INFORMATION
To learn more about working at the JCCSF, including staff culture, hiring practices and policies, and benefits, visit our Careers page: https://www.jccsf.org/about/careers/