Summer Camp Director at HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS

Ararat, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jun, 26

Salary

20.0

Posted On

03 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Program Planning, Staff Supervision, Curriculum Implementation, Camper Safety, Policy Adherence, Family Communication, Community Outreach, Enthusiasm, Positivity, Training, Activity Planning, Inclusivity, First Aid, CPR

Industry

Child Day Care Services

Description

Description Are you energetic, passionate, and ready to make a difference? Healthy Kids Programs is seeking Summer Camp Directors to guide campers through a summer filled with fun, friendship, and unforgettable adventures. This is your chance to lead, inspire, and create lifelong memories for children while being part of a supportive, award-winning team. Featured Benefit: Employer-Paid Childcare Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for school-age children (ages 5–13) enrolled in program on the days and during the hours you work. Employer contributions cover the cost of care, so you can focus on your job while your child participates in a safe, structured, and engaging program, all without needing to arrange outside care. Schedule: Pre-summer: Up to 3 hours per week, increasing to up to 6 hours per week beginning in May Summer: Monday–Friday, shifts between 7:30 AM and 5:00 PM Potential to continue beyond summer with different hours Dates: May 25 – June 26, 2026 Status: Part-time, non-exempt Pay: $18.00 – $20.00 per hour, based on experience Key Responsibilities Plan and lead daily camp activities, games, hands-on projects, and special events, including arts & crafts and themed activities Create a positive, inclusive environment where campers feel supported, encouraged, and engaged Supervise, train, and support camp staff, including implementing the curriculum to ensure high-quality program delivery Ensure camper safety and follow all state guidelines, Healthy Kids policies, and host school policies Communicate daily with families using the Playground App and provide support during parent orientations Support community outreach to promote the program and engage prospective families Lead by example with enthusiasm, positivity, and a can-do attitude Requirements Qualifications: • Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age Education and Experience Requirements: Candidate must meet one Virginia-approved qualification pathway: Graduate degree in a child-related field (e.g., education, child development, nursing, recreation) with a minimum six (6) months of programmatic experience Bachelor’s degree or endorsement in a child-related field with a minimum one (1) year of programmatic experience Forty-eight (48) semester hours or seventy-two (72) quarter hours from an accredited college or university, including at least twelve (12) semester hours or eighteen (18) quarter hours in child-related subjects, and a minimum one (1) year of programmatic experience Minimum two (2) years of programmatic experience, including at least one (1) year in a supervisory role PLUS one of the following: One-year early childhood certificate consisting of at least thirty (30) semester hours Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or equivalent Certification from a recognized Montessori organization Management Requirements: Management experience is defined as at least six (6) months in an administrative role involving supervising, orienting, training, and scheduling staff, OR completion of one of the following: one college-level business course, ten (10) clock hours of management training, or one child care management course covering planning, budgeting, staffing, and monitoring Employment Screening Requirements: Must successfully complete all pre-employment screenings required by Virginia state regulations Preferred Qualifications: Current pediatric CPR/First Aid certification PART-TIME BENEFITS Employer Paid Childcare - Available for school-age children (ages 5–13) enrolled in our program, on the days you work. Telehealth Benefits Vision Insurance Dental Insurance AFLAC Supplemental Plans 401(k) for eligible employees Paid Sick Time Off On-Demand Pay Career Development Growth Opportunities About Healthy Kids Programs Healthy Kids Programs is more than a childcare provider. We’re shaping the future of childcare. As one of Inc. 5,000’s fastest-growing organizations, we offer Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at over 150 locations. We’re a certified benefit corporation committed to providing accessible, affordable childcare while creating meaningful opportunities for our team. Why Join Healthy Kids Programs Joining Healthy Kids Programs means becoming part of a supportive, award-winning team where your impact is valued, you can grow professionally, and you get to make a difference in the lives of children every day. We create environments where team members feel empowered, appreciated, and excited to contribute. This position has the potential to continue beyond summer with a different schedule, offering long-term opportunities for those who want to grow with us. Learn more about working with us: https://www.healthykidsprograms.com/workwithus Equal Opportunity Employer Healthy Kids Programs is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion and prohibit discrimination based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Responsibilities

The Director will be responsible for planning and leading daily camp activities, games, and special events while fostering a positive and inclusive environment for campers. Key duties also include supervising and training staff, ensuring camper safety according to guidelines, and communicating daily with families.