Assistant Director of Preschool & Kids Camps

The Assistant Director of Preschool & Kids Camps supports the Director in the daily operation and management of preschool and kids camp programs. This position plays a key leadership role in supervising staff, ensuring the safety and well-being of children, coordinating daily programming, communicating with families, and maintaining a fun, inclusive, and well-organized environment. Duties & Responsibilities Direct and oversee daily preschool and camp operations and transitions.

Lead and actively participate in children’s activities. Supervise and support staff throughout the day. Address and resolve conflicts involving children or staff in a professional and appropriate manner. Respond effectively to changing situations in a fast-paced environment. Prepare staff, classrooms, facilities, equipment, and materials for daily programming. Maintain a safe, clean, organized, and welcoming program environment.

Communicate effectively with children, families, staff, and leadership. Maintain accurate attendance, scheduling, and administrative records. Assist with recruiting, training, scheduling, and payroll processes. Manage program supplies, food, equipment, and materials. Conduct family tours and assist with enrollment and payment processes. Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director. Qualifications Previous experience working with children in a preschool, childcare, camp, education, or youth-program setting.

Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred. CPR and First Aid certification, or the ability to obtain certification within the required timeframe. Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to remain calm, professional, and positive in a fast-paced environment. Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.

Ability to work collaboratively with children, families, staff, and leadership. Flexibility to work varying a schedule, including weekends, holidays, and early or late shifts . Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 75 pounds occasionally. While performing duties, must be able to crouch, bend, reach, stand, walk, and lift as necessary. Able to reach overhead and bend/stoop as needed.

Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.