Job Description

Position Overview:

[Now Hiring]: Summer Camp Director
📍 Location: Upper East Side Location (Held at The Trevor Day School)
🕒 Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:30 am – 3:30 pm (June 23, 2025 – August 15, 2025)
💰 Pay: $25/hr
📄 Position Type: Seasonal

Why Join The Art Farm NYC?

The Art Farm NYC designs and delivers hands-on educational experiences that combine nature, art, and fun. Our programs inspire children to learn through creativity and exploration while building meaningful relationships. At The Art Farm, we don’t just offer exceptional programs—we create joyful, safe, and enriching environments that make a lasting impact. Join a passionate team where your love of kids, nature, and learning truly matters.

What We Offer:

✅ Certification Support – We’ll help you get CPR/First Aid certified if needed
✅ Community Impact – Be part of a mission-driven team making a difference
✅ Engaging Work – Lead a fun, creative, and dynamic summer experience
✅ Great Environment – Work with a team that values positivity, flexibility, and dedication
✅ Leadership Role – Play a vital part in shaping young minds and building memories

Your Role as Camp Director:

As Camp Director, you will lead our Camp Team and ensure the successful, safe, and joyful operation of our summer program for children ages 3–9. You’ll serve as both a hands-on leader and behind-the-scenes organizer, managing staff, overseeing health protocols, and ensuring a smooth daily experience. This is the perfect opportunity for a passionate educator or camp enthusiast ready to take on a high-impact leadership role.

Key Responsibilities:

🔹 Leadership & Management

• Supervise and support lead teachers, assistant teachers, specialists, and program staff

• Promote high morale, professionalism, and motivation among staff

• Model responsible behavior and positive attitudes

🔹 Health & Safety Oversight

• Serve as the Health Director: provide First Aid, maintain logs, and manage supplies

• Ensure compliance with CDC and NYS Summer Day Camp Guidelines

• Facilitate fire drills and safety protocols

• Respond effectively to emergencies and document incidents properly

🔹 Daily Operations

• Liaise with site security and operations teams

• Manage daily camp activities, staff schedules, and program logistics

• Support supply ordering and camp resource planning

🔹 Communication & Customer Service

• Educate and engage with parents and visitors about the camp

• Ensure excellent camper and family experience through responsive service

• Collaborate on camp communications and photo-sharing app updates

🔹 Team Collaboration & Other Duties

• Participate in pre-camp training and ongoing staff meetings

• Assist with lunch prep on a scheduled rotation

• Support The Art Farm’s mission and positive public image

• Accept other responsibilities as assigned by the Camp Supervisor

What You Need to Succeed:

✔ Key Competencies

• Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills

• High energy and ability to adapt with a positive attitude

• Strong crisis management and problem-solving abilities

• Passion for working with children and building team culture

✔ Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required (Early Childhood, Elementary Education, or Nursing preferred)

• CPR/First Aid certification or nursing license (training provided if needed)

• Must be available for full camp duration: June 23 – August 15, 2025

• Previous camp experience and at least 1 year in a supervisory role required

Important Information:

🚨 The Art Farm NYC participates in E-Verify to confirm employment authorization. The E-Verify process is completed alongside the Form I-9 on or before your first day of work. For more information, visit and search "E-Verify."

📢 Apply Today!

Take the next step in your leadership journey with The Art Farm NYC—where summer fun meets meaningful impact.

📩 Please include:

• A cover letter explaining why you're the best fit

• A resume including your current address and educational background

• Three references

Posted Range: Starting from USD $25.00/Hr.

Job Tags

Temporary work, Summer work, Seasonal work, Immediate start, Monday to Friday,

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