Summer Learning Academy - Camp Director

Summer Learning/5th Quarter Learning Camp Director

In partnership with the Boston Public Schools, Summer Learning/5th Quarter Learning is a 5‑week Summer Learning Academy running from July 6 th to August 7 th, 2026. The program combats summer learning loss while providing camp fun through STEM, arts & crafts, sports, and weekly walking trips.

Children participate in Summer Learning from 9 am to 12:30 pm daily; the entire camp day runs from 8 am to 5 pm. The Summer Learning Camp Director is responsible for overseeing the program from 8 am to 5 pm. This is a seasonal, full‑time, 5‑week position.

Department: Child Development: Day Camp

Location: Parkway Bear Camp

Compensation: $24.00 – $30.00 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Keep camper safety a priority, emphasizing personal safety and emotional wellbeing.
• Maintain partnership with Trustees and support Trustee programs, youth outdoor learning and behavioral needs.
• Create an active, engaging environment and serve as a positive role model.
• Use positive reinforcement and appropriate discipline methods, ensuring staff do the same.
• Develop and implement recreational and educational programs that encourage group participation with appropriate choice.
• Assist in keeping daily attendance records and practice active listening to camper needs.
• Maintain a direct line of communication with supervisors, partners and counselors.
• Report all accidents or unusual incidents immediately to appropriate supervisors and create necessary documentation.
• Communicate program information, problems, and concerns as they arise.
• Plan and implement camp special events and family night activities.
• Coordinate camp activities and take ownership of all camp program aspects, including special events, openings, closings, and extended hours.
• Attend all staff meetings and training sessions, incorporating training materials into daily interactions.
• Maintain and care for all program areas and supplies; ensure campers treat equipment, supplies, and property with respect.
• Abide by YMCA/DPH camp policies, procedures, regulations, and guidelines.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• At least 21 years of age unless otherwise specified.
• High school diploma or equivalent; some college experience preferred.
• Enjoy working with children with strong ability to understand their needs.
• Commitment to working with participants from diverse backgrounds.
• Knowledge of group processes; ability to work harmoniously with staff.
• Commitment to carrying out YMCA mission, camp philosophy, and goals.
• Effective communication skills.
• Current First Aid, Oxygen administration, and CPR certifications (or willingness to obtain).

Job Benefits

• Leadership development in a caring, challenging & diverse environment.
• Opportunities to learn new skills across a range of functions.
• Engagement in YMCA career training programs.
• Healthy work/life balance.
• Comprehensive benefits: free YMCA membership, discounts on specialty programs and family memberships, robust retirement plan up to 10%, health, dental, and vision benefits, vacation and sick time (PT receive sick time).

About YMCA of Greater Boston

The YMCA of Greater Boston is the largest social services provider in Massachusetts, offering health and wellness programming, child care, summer camp, youth sports, teen leadership programs, workforce development, and community outreach.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The YMCA of Greater Boston is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran's status.

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