Art Camp Director

Camp Director (Year-Round Position)

Location: Hybrid – Remote & Onsite (San Francisco Bay Area & San Diego)
Pay: Competitive (Based on Experience)
Employment Type: Part-time with potential for full-time

About Us

Dragonfly Designs is a woman-owned creative arts organization with 20 years of experience offering art camps, afterschool programs, and large-scale events. Our mission is to make art accessible, engaging, and transformative for children and teens ages 4.5 to 16.

We partner with Parks & Rec departments, schools, and community organizations to bring immersive, hands-on art experiences to kids through seasonal camps, afterschool enrichment, and special events. Our programming fosters creativity, problem-solving, teamwork, and personal expression—all while making art fun!

We’re seeking a passionate and experienced Camp Director who will lead, develop, and expand our seasonal camp offerings year-round, ensuring that programs grow in both reach and profitability while maintaining the high quality that families have come to expect.

Job Overview

The Camp Director oversees the overall operations, growth, and management of our camp programs, ensuring a safe, engaging, and educational environment for all participants. This role requires strong leadership, exceptional organizational skills, and a background in the arts and child development.

The ideal candidate will not only run an outstanding arts-based camp program but will also develop new seasonal camp opportunities, track enrollment and profitability growth, and strengthen long-term partnerships with community stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities Program Development & Expansion

• Develop and implement seasonal art camp offerings year-round, ensuring they align with educational objectives, creative exploration, and student engagement.
• Track and increase repeat camper enrollment by establishing baseline reporting metrics and setting growth goals.
• Maintain and strengthen our 20-year partnerships with Parks & Rec and afterschool directors.
• Propose and expand new art camp programs to increase reach, accessibility, and financial sustainability.

Staffing, Training & Leadership

• Recruit, hire, train, and support camp staff and teaching artists (seasonal and year-round).
• Oversee staff mentorship and development, ensuring they deliver high-quality, engaging, and fun art programming.
• Step in to teach and mentor staff as needed to maintain program excellence.
• Develop a Counselor-in-Training (CIT) program by Year 2 to engage and develop young leaders.

Curriculum & Operations

• Oversee and standardize camp descriptions and curriculum, ensuring a cohesive, high-quality experience across locations.
• Collaborate with the Studio Manager to coordinate art project prep, supply lists, and sample materials.
• Ensure that all camp paperwork and administrative requirements are completed accurately and on time.
• Maintain compliance with ACA accreditation guidelines (while we are not accredited, we follow their framework for best practices).

Camper Experience & Partner Relations

• Ensure that all campers have a fun, safe, and enriching experience, balancing creativity, movement, and teamwork.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with families, ensuring five-star reviews and high retention rates.
• Serve as the point of contact for Parks & Rec partners, ensuring clear communication, professionalism, and adherence to facility guidelines.
• Leave all borrowed classroom spaces better than we found them to maintain our reputation for professionalism and care.

Financial & Enrollment Growth

• Track and report on camper enrollment, revenue, and retention trends, setting clear improvement goals.
• Manage program budgets to ensure financial sustainability while maintaining high-quality programming.
• Identify opportunities to expand outreach, increasing enrollment and community engagement.

Qualifications & Experience

• Background in the Arts: Experience in visual arts, crafting, or creative programming is essential.
• Teaching & Youth Development: Must have prior experience teaching art to children (ages 4.5-16) in a camp, afterschool, or classroom setting. Understanding of child development is a plus!
• Leadership & Team Management: Strong experience managing staff, training educators, and overseeing program execution.
• Organizational & Business Acumen: Ability to track enrollment, analyze program growth, and strategize expansion efforts.
• Excellent Communication Skills: Comfortable engaging with parents, community partners, and stakeholders to maintain strong relationships.
• Passion for Art & Camp Culture: Excited to cultivate creativity, teamwork, and personal growth through art-based camps.

Why Join Us?

✔ Creative & Fun Work Environment: Lead immersive art-based camps that inspire kids and young artists.
✔ Opportunity to Grow a Program: Play a key role in expanding our seasonal camp offerings and increasing enrollment.
✔ Impact-Driven Work: Create meaningful experiences for children and families through art and education.
✔ Supportive Team Culture: Work with a passionate group of educators, artists, and camp professionals.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $23.30 - $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 35 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• After school
• Monday to Friday
• Weekdays

Application Question(s):

• Do you own your own car?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• South San Francisco, CA 94080 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• South San Francisco, CA 94080: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in South San Francisco, CA 94080

Salary : $23 - $28