Camp Site Lead - MLL

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Thinkery is where Austin's children and their families come to enjoy play-based, inquiry-rich, hands-on learning experiences. We believe that innovative, play-based, STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math) learning experiences are a powerful way for children to develop problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and curiosity about the world around them. Our exhibits and programs encourage children - alongside their caregivers - to solve creative challenges, explore a variety of materials, and to develop new ways to complete unfamiliar projects. Through these activities, children gain the tools and confidence to develop and grow into enthusiastic, creative, lifelong STEAM learners and thinkers.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Site Leads are a key part of the Camp Admin Team that coordinate between Camp Admin, Camp Educators, caregivers, campers and partners and must have excellent communication, customer services, and time management skills. There are two parts to this role : pre-camp (February 15 - May 26) and during camp (May 27 - August 11). Pre-camp, this role will supervise Spring Break Camp, coordinate logistics (hiring, contract services, supply management, reports and systems setup) and assist in the development of daily schedules and camp planning. During camp, this role provides overall site management by leading the staff and day-to-day operations at their individual camp site (Thinkery).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Oversee daily logistics across the camp location and support staff with educational and operational needs as they arise.
• Supervise camp staff, including Assistant Site Lead, Camp Educators, and provide feedback and communication about staff performance.
• Assists in recruiting, interviewing, hiring and training of all camp staff.
• Work with educators and program coordinator to build weekly activity schedules and prioritize staff callouts, adjusting daily schedules accordingly and reaching out to Camp Admin when appropriate.
• Be the first to respond to emergency situations and communicate as needed to the Admin Team.
• Lead parent communications through daily / weekly emails, phone calls, and in-person communications during pickup and drop-off.
• Create and run reports (attendance, medical forms, photo releases, aftercare, etc...).\
• Support camper registration by communicating any needs to Reservations.
• Sub into other Education Roles as needed on a day-by-day basis.
• Ensure the site is adhering to Thinkery's healthy and safety protocols, in accordance with Local, State, and Federal public safety guidelines.
• Uphold camp content expectations in classroom, ensuring that educators are delivering quality content to campers.

COMPENTENCIES

Requirements :

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

Minimum Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job :

This job description should not be construed to imply these requirements are the only duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.? Incumbents may be required to follow any additional related instructions, acquire related job skills, and perform other related work as required.? This job description may be updated as needed.

The Thinkery is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company does not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age, handicap, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above listed items.? All candidates offered a position will be required to submit to a background and reference checks.