SUMMER CAMP DIRECTOR POSITION
Arundel, Maine

School Around Us (SAU) in Arundel, Maine has an opening for a summer camp director to join our team and support our community. This position is a 40 hour per week position from July 7th - August 15th with additional planning and preparation hours beginning in February and intermittent hours to close out the programming. SAU’s mission is to bring together young people, educators, families and our extended community to create a participatory, learner-driven environment grounded in meaningful relationships, which expresses the world we would like our children to live in—a world where all are supported to be self-aware and engaged global citizens.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Summer Camp Director is a flexible educator who values a collaborative educational environment that balances structure with spontaneity and freedom. This individual is responsible for creating an authentic atmosphere for our Summer Programming, designing weekly themes and activities that enrich the experience for children ages 4 to 10. The director will also ensure that the Summer Program is adequately staffed and will focus on building communication and relationships with our Summer Program families. You may be an excellent fit for the role of Summer Program Director if you find joy in connecting with children during the summer months. As a passionate educator, you believe that play and unstructured time are essential for fostering the magic of childhood.

KEY AREAS OF FOCUS

  • Program Philosophy: Uphold the SAU Summer Program philosophy. 

  • Pre-Summer Coordination: Work with SAU administrators from February to June to handle program promotions & registrations, staff hiring & training, and setup. 

  • Activity Planning: Lead and design engaging activities like arts and crafts, science, nature exploration, outdoor activities, role-playing, and group games. 

  • Educator Communication: Inform educators about their weekly responsibilities and prepare necessary materials. 

  • Program Structure: Establish the weekly tone and rhythm while remaining adaptable to participant needs. 

  • Parent Communication: Oversee all communication with parents during the summer. 

  • Safety and Conflict Resolution: Ensure adherence to program agreements and safety rules; lead conflict resolution as needed.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Experience working with children ages 4-10 in summer camps and/or school-year programs.

  • At least three years of experience as a lead educator in an educational environment.

  • Proven ability to plan a variety of interactive activities.

  • Experience or interest in holistic education and child-led learning.

  • Comfort in a relaxed atmosphere, with the ability to adapt and respond to the interests and needs of the group.

  • Comfort and experience swimming with groups of children. Lifeguarding certification is a plus but not required.

  • A love for summer and the ability to cultivate a carefree, fun atmosphere for learners.

  • Skilled at taking charge when necessary.

  • Enjoy working outdoors, as that is our primary setting.

  • Ability to relate to young people with curiosity and respectful empathy.

  • Comfortable working in a collaborative atmosphere.

HOURS/WEEK and SCHEDULE

40 hours/week throughout July 7-Aug. 15th

Some Pre and post summer program hours should be expected, beginning in February, yet a flexible schedule for those times is available.

COMPENSATION

$25/hour

PROCESS

Interested applicants should please send their resumes and cover letters to hiring@schoolaroundus.org

Substitute Teachers for 2024-25 School Year!

We are seeking high quality substitute teachers on an as-needed basis for the 2024/25 academic year! No teaching credential is required, just a love of children and a willingness to learn and apply our educational approach. A substantial amount of our programming is spent outdoors in outdoor classrooms through all four seasons.

Qualifications:

  • Love for children

  • Comfort with being outdoors 

  • Background Check

Requirements:

  • Background check

Work Schedule: On-Call, As-needed

Pay: $15/hour

If interested, please email resume, availability, and the names of 2 references to hiring@schoolaroundus.org.

School Around Us is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture and workforce reflective of our mission, values and communities we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.