Summer Camp Assistant Director - Pleasanton

Job Details

Location:

1125 Concord St, Pleasanton, CA 94566

Camp Dates: 6/1/2026 (Mon) – 7/17/2026 (Fri) (includes one weekend for set‑up, one for breakdown, and an orientation date)

Camp

Hours:

8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (actual shifts will vary)

Hourly Wage: $23.00 – $25.50 per hour

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. Sound like something you can get behind?

If so, 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 inherent leadership skills, learn some 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 one of our Directors responsible for leading each camp, you’ll build relationships with hundreds of parents and children, help them overcome fears, discover passions, and generally find their groove. You’ll train, lead, and inspire a team, and you’ll oversee day‑to‑day operations to keep the site running smoothly and safely. There will likely be times when you will manage camp operations without the Director on site, including opening or closing the location.

We view this role as a training ground and pipeline for directors, so if you’re interested in a career with us, this is a great way to gain valuable experience.

• Do you appreciate and agree with our self‑directed approach for kids?
• Would sparking up conversations with staff, campers, and parents fit in your comfort zone? If it is out of your comfort zone, are you willing to grow in this area? How would you feel about having challenging conversations and sometimes 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? (e.g., going beyond a “thinking of you” text)?
• Can you multitask like you’re a Hollywood power agent all while keeping calm, level‑headed, and nice?
• Do you have the stamina to keep up (literally) with 4–12 year‑olds 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 third grader in the sewing studio)?

Staff members will be responsible for facilitating activities, making connections, and monitoring safety and wellness. Some staff will create and/or oversee activity spaces in which campers 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 supervise campers
• Maintain an organized and approachable activity space
• Ensure compliance with camp policies
• Report and record details of notable concerns or incidents, including injuries to campers, other staff, or self
• Track and be aware of camper allergies and dietary restrictions
• Add 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 are giving 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 it

• Past management or leadership experience preferred
• On‑site management at camp can be physically demanding with extended periods on your feet, outside, and occasional activity requiring physical exertion
• 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.