Summer Camp Assistant Director - Pasadena

Job Details

Location:

74 South San Gabriel Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107
Camp Dates: 6/22/2026 (Mon) - 8/14/2026 (Fri) (plus one weekend to set up, one weekend to break down, and an orientation date)
Camp

Hours:

8:00 am - 6:00 pm (actual shifts may vary)
Hourly Wage: $22.00 - $24.50 per hour (actual compensation will depend on experience and other relevant factors)

At Steve & Kate's, we put radical trust in kids so that 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! 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 staff member, you’ll sharpen your inherent leadership skills, learn new ones, and collaborate with interesting people while immersing yourself in creativity and play.

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

While working alongside a Director who leads each camp, you’ll build relationships with hundreds of parents and children, help them overcome fears, discover passions, and find their groove. You’ll train, lead, and inspire a team, and oversee day‑to‑day operations to keep things running smoothly and safely. You may manage camp operations without the Director on site, including opening or closing the location.

This role is a training ground and pipeline for future directors.

• Do you appreciate and agree with our self‑directed approach for kids?
• Can you spark conversations with staff, campers, and parents? If it’s out of your comfort zone, are you willing to grow in this area? How would you handle challenging or 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? 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 with 4–12‑year‑olds bursting with energy, and can you lift up to 30 pounds?
• Are you passionate about sharing your knowledge & learning something new (even from a 3rd grader in the sewing studio)?

Staff members will facilitate activities, make connections, and monitor safety and wellness. Some will create and/or oversee activity spaces where campers self‑select activities; 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, including injuries to campers, other staff, or self
• Keeing track 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
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• At least 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 permission to email or text you
• You may be asked to chaperone campers on an off‑site field trip where venues require it

• Past management or leadership experience preferred
• On‑site management at camp can be physically demanding, with extended periods on feet, outside, or requiring physical exertion
• Preferred:
  Meets local Camp Director qualifications or is a previous Steve & Kate’s Camp employee

This position requires compliance with immunization, physical screening, and health & safety training. You will work on site in a school‑aged camp setting to provide supervision, care, program delivery, and services per policies and regulations, ensuring the safety of children.

• 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, the position is eligible for sick time.

Final date to receive applications: This posting remains open until April 15, 2026.