Summer Day Camp Assistant Director
Company: KE Camps
Location: Fairfield
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description KE Camps is the leading provider
of summer camps for country clubs nationwide. We partner with over
230 private clubs all over the country to implement
traditional-style day camps for elementary-aged children. Our Staff
are the backbone of our programs and therefore, we pride ourselves
on giving them an incredible amount of support. As a staff member,
we guarantee you will feel a part of the KE Camps Team! As an
Assistant Director , you will be an active participant in all camp
activities and will assist your Camp Director with a variety of
daily tasks, all with the goal of creating a memorable and
meaningful camp experience for your campers. Our Assistant Director
supports the Camp Director in the execution of the camp program and
completes all necessary paperwork, all the while interacting with
our campers throughout the entire day. As you assist with the
management of campers, their families, club logistics, your small
staff team and other camp happenings, you will be truly supported
by the KE Camps Year-Round Office all the way. Assistant Director
Qualities Ability to help children grow in character, experiences
and insights Knowledge in the area of program planning Ability to
guard the health and well-being of campers at all times Capable of
sustaining energy for participation in a full day's worth of
activities Prior experience working with children in a leadership
position Effective communication skills and public speaking ability
Enthusiastic, Responsible, Dependable, Consistent, Level-Headed,
Flexible, and Calm in all situations CPR/First Aid Certified OR
willing to become certified before the summer begins Assistant
Director Responsibilities Work with group of campers and provide a
fun, safe and exciting camp experience Supervise daily swim time in
a hands-on manner from within the water, as needed (lifeguard
certification not required) Work with, and assist in the
supervision of, counselors in a supportive manner Assist Director
in program planning, camper management and day-to-day camp
logistics Complete and submit daily and weekly administrative tasks
electronically Greet families and campers upon arrival and help
orientate them to camp Establish rules with campers and staff and
review emergency procedures Manage parent expectations by knowing
your campers and conversing with parents at pick-up and drop-off
times Assist Director in managing any non-staff issues that may
arise including, but not limited to, camper behavior issues, parent
complains, etc. Complete other duties, as assigned Our camp is
located at Brooklawn Country Club in Fairfield, CT. Camp will run
Monday-Friday from June 15 through August 7 - staff members must be
available to work the full camp season. Find out more at
www.kecamps.com !
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