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Licensed Camp Director - Fitzmorris

Stryker Corporation, Arvada, CO, United States


Inspire. Create. Lead.

Who We Are Camp Fitzmorris is located at Fitzmorris Elementary School and is designed for ages 5–10. Campers enjoy a summer filled with belonging, discovery, and play in a secure school setting. The site features a large outdoor playground designed for creativity and exploration.

What You'll Do The Camp Director coordinates and oversees all daily activities for the Camp Fitzmorris Day Camp Program. The Director ensures the center operates in accordance with licensing rules, plans and implements the school‑age childcare program, and supervises staff. Responsibilities include providing a safe, healthy, and positive environment for campers and staff, scheduling team‑building activities, leadership opportunities, and volunteer opportunities. The Director facilitates all field trips, maintains discipline to achieve positive daily outcomes, assesses program effectiveness, establishes procedures for health, behavior, and other issues, and reports incidents to the Recreation Coordinator. The Director follows Colorado State laws and regulations regarding childcare, health code, and transportation of groups.

Dates and Trainings Daily schedule will vary between 7:00 am and 6:00 pm, Monday‑through‑Friday from June 1 to August 18. Paid training will be conducted sporadically from March to May. A parent meeting will be held on May 19, 2026.

Job Qualifications

Must be 21 years old.

Must have a valid Colorado Driver’s License, appropriate insurance coverage, and a clean driving record for the past three years.

Have the ability to drive a 12‑passenger van.

Must complete up to 15 hours of training before May 29, 2026.

Must have a satisfactory review with the Central Registry of Child Protection.

Experience caring for children ages 5 to 10 years in a public atmosphere is required.

Must have customer service experience and good conflict management skills.

Knowledge of youth games, activities, and arts and crafts projects.

Ability to be on your feet for 6–8 hours and lift 40 lbs.

The associate is expected to exhibit the district's core values of Honesty, Attitude, Loyalty, and Teamwork.

Will receive CPR/first aid, Medication Administration, and Universal Precautions certification required within 90 days of hire.

Must provide three references.

Education and Experience At least one of the following qualifications: a. A Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with a major area of study in one (1) of the following areas: (1) Child Development (2) Psychology (3) Early Childhood Education (4) Early Childhood Special Education (5) Elementary Education (6) Elementary Special Education (7) Family and Human Development (8) Family Studies (9) Special Education (10) Outdoor Education (11) Recreation (12) Human Services; or b. An associate’s degree or sixty (60) semester credit hours from an accredited college or university and three (3) months (455 hours) of experience in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children over the ages of four (4) years who are not related to the individual; or c. Twenty-one (21) months (3,185 hours) of experience in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children over the ages of four (4) years who are not related to the individual and one of the following qualifications: (1) Completion of six (6) semester hours, from a regionally accredited college or university; or (2) Completion of forty (40) clock hours of training in course work applicable to school‑age children within the first nine months in the director position. The 40 clock hours of training cannot include any of the required trainings as listed in rule section 2.508; or d. A current early childhood professional credential level II (2) or higher in version 3.0 as determined by the Department based on its Early Childhood Professional Credential 3.0 Worksheet, found at About the ECPC.

Work Environment

Noise levels range from moderate to loud, often due to active children, group interactions, or busy transportation settings.

The position may involve exposure to cleaning chemicals, chemically treated water, or other environmental irritants.

Work may occur in environments with poor acoustics, distractions, or high activity levels.

Occasional travel by vehicle may be required, with exposure to traffic, road construction, and varying road conditions.

Some tasks will be performed in wet, humid, or damp environments, such as pools or aquatic facilities.

Work may take place in both indoor and outdoor environments, with exposure to varying weather conditions including sun, heat, cold, snow, and humidity.

Physical Activities

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.

Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, or sit on the floor as needed during activities or tasks.

Ability to reach, grasp, and handle small objects, tools, or equipment with precision.

Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.

Ability to climb, crawl, or maneuver in tight spaces to complete maintenance or activity‑related tasks.

Requires adequate hearing to recognize and respond to sounds, signals, or distress in a variety of environments.

Duties may require sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, crouching, bending, or stooping for extended periods of time.

Ability to maintain balance and coordination while assisting with physical activities or working on uneven terrain.

Ability to monitor participants, ensure safety, and respond to signals or emergencies.

Ability to react quickly and appropriately to the physical needs or emergencies of children or participants.

Ability to work most of the day on your feet, performing both active supervision and hands‑on tasks.

Ability to communicate effectively, including speaking loudly, when necessary, in noisy or outdoor environments.

EEO Statement We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage qualified individuals from all backgrounds, including women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans, to apply. Our organization values the unique perspectives and experiences that a diverse workforce brings, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

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