Teen Camps Assistant Residential & Activity Director
New York Film Academy, New York, NY, United States
Position Summary
The New York Film Academy NY Teen Summer Camp is seeking an organized, energetic, and dependable
Assistant Residential Director
for a live-in, full-time seasonal role. You’ll help oversee teen campers (ages 14–17) during their immersive experience in the visual and performing arts. This role involves supervising Residential Advisors (RAs), leading evening/weekend outings, coordinating logistics, and ensuring a safe, supportive, and fun environment for our creative and enthusiastic campers.
Dates:
Seasonal, Part-Time (ASAP) transitioning to Seasonal, Full-Time from 06/22/2026 to 08/08/2026
Representative Responsibilities
Assist the Director in facilitating the full hiring process for Residential Advisors (RAs)
Support the development and delivery of RA onboarding, including training, orientation, and uniform distribution
Help implement and enforce safety protocols and social guidelines for campers and staff
Assist in planning and supervising evening & weekend activities that foster community and creativity
Monitor the enforcement of housing rules and social expectations
Mediate student interpersonal issues as needed
Communicate camper behavior or well‑being concerns to the Residential Director
Coordinate camper transportation logistics with the Equipment and TA Manager
Maintain effective communication with the Director and Equipment Manager
Support day‑to‑day logistics, including airport pickups, campus shuttles, and graduation events
Help set up classrooms & program spaces before camp and assist with breakdown after the program
Lead students to classes and activities by subway and walking
Prepare dorm spaces by decorating, stocking supplies, and assisting with check‑ins/check‑outs
Conduct weekly student check‑ins and check‑outs
Enforce curfew, perform nightly room checks, and conduct regular safety rounds
Participate in an on‑call duty rotation to respond to student needs
Spend time on campus during class hours to support students with non‑academic needs
Attend daily team meetings and assist with administrative duties as assigned
Take on additional tasks and shifts as requested by the Supervisor
Maintain 24/7 on‑call availability throughout the program, including weekends, to ensure camper safety and support residential operations
Commitment
Must be available full‑time from late June - August
Live‑in, dorm housing provided
One weekday off per week; weekends required
No vacation or leave during program dates; schedule conflicts must be disclosed in advance
Key Competencies
Committed to mentoring youth and fostering their creative growth.
Strong leadership, mediation, and interpersonal skills to support staff and resolve camper issues.
Effective at managing multiple priorities in fast‑paced, results‑driven environments.
Experienced in planning and coordinating safe, engaging events and activities.
Highly organized and adaptable, with strong time‑management skills.
Calm and responsive in emergencies, always prioritizing camper safety.
Clear and professional communicator; collaborates well with students, staff, faculty, and vendors.
Adaptable and solutions‑oriented in response to last‑minute changes.
Experience, Education, Certification, Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or in progress or equivalent work experience required.
Prior experience working with kids or teens strongly preferred.
New York Film Academy (NYFA) is an equal opportunity employer. Prospective employees will receive consideration without discrimination because of race, creed, color, sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military and veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
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Assistant Residential Director
for a live-in, full-time seasonal role. You’ll help oversee teen campers (ages 14–17) during their immersive experience in the visual and performing arts. This role involves supervising Residential Advisors (RAs), leading evening/weekend outings, coordinating logistics, and ensuring a safe, supportive, and fun environment for our creative and enthusiastic campers.
Dates:
Seasonal, Part-Time (ASAP) transitioning to Seasonal, Full-Time from 06/22/2026 to 08/08/2026
Representative Responsibilities
Assist the Director in facilitating the full hiring process for Residential Advisors (RAs)
Support the development and delivery of RA onboarding, including training, orientation, and uniform distribution
Help implement and enforce safety protocols and social guidelines for campers and staff
Assist in planning and supervising evening & weekend activities that foster community and creativity
Monitor the enforcement of housing rules and social expectations
Mediate student interpersonal issues as needed
Communicate camper behavior or well‑being concerns to the Residential Director
Coordinate camper transportation logistics with the Equipment and TA Manager
Maintain effective communication with the Director and Equipment Manager
Support day‑to‑day logistics, including airport pickups, campus shuttles, and graduation events
Help set up classrooms & program spaces before camp and assist with breakdown after the program
Lead students to classes and activities by subway and walking
Prepare dorm spaces by decorating, stocking supplies, and assisting with check‑ins/check‑outs
Conduct weekly student check‑ins and check‑outs
Enforce curfew, perform nightly room checks, and conduct regular safety rounds
Participate in an on‑call duty rotation to respond to student needs
Spend time on campus during class hours to support students with non‑academic needs
Attend daily team meetings and assist with administrative duties as assigned
Take on additional tasks and shifts as requested by the Supervisor
Maintain 24/7 on‑call availability throughout the program, including weekends, to ensure camper safety and support residential operations
Commitment
Must be available full‑time from late June - August
Live‑in, dorm housing provided
One weekday off per week; weekends required
No vacation or leave during program dates; schedule conflicts must be disclosed in advance
Key Competencies
Committed to mentoring youth and fostering their creative growth.
Strong leadership, mediation, and interpersonal skills to support staff and resolve camper issues.
Effective at managing multiple priorities in fast‑paced, results‑driven environments.
Experienced in planning and coordinating safe, engaging events and activities.
Highly organized and adaptable, with strong time‑management skills.
Calm and responsive in emergencies, always prioritizing camper safety.
Clear and professional communicator; collaborates well with students, staff, faculty, and vendors.
Adaptable and solutions‑oriented in response to last‑minute changes.
Experience, Education, Certification, Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or in progress or equivalent work experience required.
Prior experience working with kids or teens strongly preferred.
New York Film Academy (NYFA) is an equal opportunity employer. Prospective employees will receive consideration without discrimination because of race, creed, color, sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military and veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
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