Unit Director, Grades K - 1, Summer Day Camp Unit Head

Camp Kaleidoscope, the JCC Greater Boston’s arts and science day camp, seeks an outgoing, dynamic leader to oversee counselors, campers, and CITs in a nurturing environment based on respect and fun. Our camp units are split into campers entering grades K – 3 (Lower Camp), campers entering grades 4 – 8 (Upper Camp), and Counselors in Training (CITs) entering grades 9 - 10.

Camp Kaleidoscope draws creative youth interested in the arts, science, and the outdoors. Supportive, experienced counselors and teachers guide campers as they develop and build self-confidence. Camp is fast-paced, nurturing, and supportive, as campers and staff develop lifelong friendships.

Responsibilities 

• Communicate with campers, staff, and parents as needed
• Train, mentor, and support Camp Counselors 
• Lead pre-camp orientation training for counselor staff
• Lead Unit meetings throughout the summer
• Facilitate an environment where each camper feels emotionally supported and physically safe
• Help facilitate arts festivals, theme days, theater presentations, cooking, science, and sports, and other activities and special events
• Complete mid-season and end-of-summer evaluations of assigned staff
• Lead large group activities with campers and/or staff
• Assist with Upper Camp Theater Productions (2 evenings per summer)
• Oversee Late Nights until 7:30 PM (2 evenings per summer)

Schedule

June 17 through August 16, 8:30am – 4:30pm, Mondays through Fridays, Full-time seasonal

Requirements

A college graduate or equivalent experience. Has a minimum of 2 years working in a school, camp, or camp-like setting

Skills & Abilities

• Possesses strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Is able to be flexible and adapt to changing needs
• Is energetic, enthusiastic, and inspired to go the extra mile

ADA Statement: Individuals must possess these criteria for knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation and using some other combination of skills and abilities.

Organization Information

Since opening its doors in 1983, JCC Greater Boston has been committed to its mission of creating a vibrant, inclusive, and diverse community by nurturing meaningful and lasting relationships. Through our network of early learning centers, day camps, regional teen and family programs, health and wellness offerings, and adult arts and ideas classes, JCC Greater Boston provides highly valued connections, learning, and experiences for the Jewish community and friends.

JCC Greater Boston staff enjoy working in an innovative, friendly, and welcoming environment where their talents and contributions are appreciated. In our recent employee survey, staff gave a rating of close to 90% positive for their experiences in direct management and organizational alignment. If you are interested in upgrading your working experience and/or having a better work-life balance, we encourage you to explore becoming part of the JCC team!

The JCC is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston's core values: Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation, which we hope resonate with all.

To learn more about what makes JCC Greater Boston a wonderful place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.bostonjcc.org/careers/

JCC Greater Boston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich a diverse environment, we actively encourage applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.

Benefits

In addition to a rewarding position where you care for a community, the JCC Greater Boston provides competitive benefits including:

• A competitive salary
• A fun, active work culture and community
• Complimentary summer access to the JCC Greater Boston facility in Newton – offering indoor swimming and workout facilities
• Parents working full time may have their child attend camp for free for the weeks they are working
• Outstanding working environment including convenient, free parking
• Camp Kaleidoscope offers free camp bus service from Cambridge, Brookline, Framingham, Sudbury, and Wayland.