Day Camp Coordinator

Waialua, HI
Seasonal
YMCA Camp Erdman
Entry Level

COMPENSATION:

$410 / Weekly

POSITION DURATION:
May 17, 2025 - August 1, 2025

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Day Camp Coordinator assists Day Camp Director with programming, check in/out procedures and with any behavioral issues that may arise. This position has housing provided. A great fit for one of the Day Camp positions is somebody with supervisory experience, multiple years of summer camp experience and great report with former supervisors. The Coordinator must have a thorough understanding of the YMCA’s mission and goals, and a desire to work with children between the ages of 5 and 17. Leadership skills, enthusiasm, patience, a sense of humor and self-control are all essential. The Day Camp Director should have experience in leading and motivating staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Plans and leads age and developmentally appropriate learning experiences in a classroom or group setting, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
  • Interacts with children and provides proper supervision of children at all times.
  • Provides careful supervision and guidance to assigned Program Aides. Ensures Program Aides who are under 18 years of age are never left alone to supervise or monitor youth participants.
  • Follows all procedures and standards as established by the law or the Y.
  • Provides assistance with homework (depending on program) and encourages academic progress.
  • Conducts ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child (depending on program).
  • Serves as a positive role model, demonstrates professional behavior and understands positive youth development approaches to the academic and social development of youth.
  • Facilitates a program environment that invites exploration, promotes positive play, and welcomes children.
  • Promotes a team concept through a positive approach to supervision, communication, and interactions with others. Maintains on-going communication with the supervisor.
  • Creates a positive rapport and shared interest with all youth.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Preferences
    • Bachelor’s Degree
    • Lifeguard Certification
    • Bus Driver Certification
    • Supervisory Experience
    • Prior Summer Camp Experience
    • Peer Leadership
  • High Ropes Certification required
  • Experience working with children
  • CPR/AED & First Aid required
  • TB test required
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