Summer Camp Assistant Director - Haven

Job Details

Location: 830 Whitney Ave, New Haven, CT 06511
Camp Dates: 6/15/2026 (Mon) – 8/21/2026 (Fri) (plus weekend set‑up, breakdown, and orientation)
Camp

Hours:

8:00 am – 6:00 pm (actual shifts may vary)
Hourly Wage: $20.25 – $22.75 per hour (depends on experience)

At Steve & Kate's, we put radical trust in kids so they learn to trust themselves. Campers choose minute‑to‑minute how to spend their time because making decisions today helps to build the self‑confidence they'll need to wrangle unknowns tomorrow. We value empowering our staff to be their whole authentic selves because everyone in our community needs to feel included! If this sounds like something you can get behind, we’re looking for team members who are motivated babysitters, teachers, coaches, students, athletes, artists, and anyone ready to play hard and be goofy.

As a Steve & Kate's staff member you’ll sharpen your inherent leadership skills, learn new ones, and collaborate with interesting people, all while immersing yourself in creativity and play.

The job in a nutshell is to help run all facets of a self‑directed camp.

• Do you appreciate and agree with our self‑directed approach for kids?
• Would sparking conversations with staff, campers, and parents fit in your comfort zone? If it is out of that zone, are you willing to grow in this area? How would you feel about having challenging conversations and occasionally sensitive interactions with families?
• Are you the type of person who can’t rest until you’ve done everything possible to make someone feel cared for? If someone you knew was in need, would you do more than send a “thinking of you” text?
• Can you multitask like a Hollywood power agent while keeping calm, level‑headed and nice?
• Do you have the stamina to keep up (literally) with 4–12 year‑old’s bursting with energy and creative potential? Can you lift up to 30 pounds?
• Are you passionate about sharing your knowledge and learning something new (even from a 3rd‑grader in the sewing studio)?

Staff members will be responsible for facilitating activities, making connections, and monitoring safety and wellness. Some staff members will create and/or oversee activity spaces in which campers will self‑select activities, while others will work in rotating support roles throughout camp. Activities include sewing, stop‑motion animation, maker space, performing arts, arts and crafts, lounging, recreation, and more.

• Actively supervising campers
• Maintaining an organized and approachable activity space
• Ensuring compliance with Camp Policies
• Reporting & recording details of notable concerns or incidents, and of injuries to campers, other staff members, or self
• Keeping track and being aware of camper allergies and dietary restrictions
• Adding daily updates and photos to campers’ profiles

• At least 18 years of age with a High School Diploma or GED (required)
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• 2 months of experience working in a Camp, or 1 year in an Education or Child Care setting (required)
• By applying and accepting an offer, you give Steve & Kate's permission to email or text you
• You may be asked to chaperone campers on an off‑site Field Trip where locations demand certain requirements

• Past Management or Leadership experience is preferred
• On‑site Management at Camp can be physically demanding, with extended periods of time on your feet, outside, and occasional activity requiring physical exertion
• One of the following is preferred:
  • Meets local Camp Director qualifications, or
  • Is a previous Steve & Kate's Camp employee

• Maintain and follow all safety and health rules of the location.
• Organize and maintain clean and accessible activity spaces.
• Assist in camp set‑up and breakdown during move‑in and out weekends.
• Stand for long periods while supervising children and facilitating activities.
• Participate in athletic games.

• Where local regulations mandate, this position is eligible for sick time.

This posting is anticipated to remain open until April 15, 2026.