Summer Camp Assistant Director - San Francisco

Job Details

Location: 601 Dolores St, San Francisco, CA 94110

Camp Dates: 6/22/2026 (Mon) – 8/14/2026 (Fri) (includes setup, breakdown, and orientation weekends)

Camp

Hours:

8:00 am – 6:00 pm (actual shifts vary)

Hourly Wage: $22.75 – $25.25 per hour (depending on experience and other factors)

Company Philosophy: 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, building self‑confidence for tomorrow. We value empowering our staff to be authentic and inclusive.

As a staff member, you will help run all facets of a self‑directed camp, building relationships with parents and children, training and inspiring a team, and overseeing day‑to‑day operations. This role is a training ground for future directors.

• Do you appreciate and agree with our self‑directed approach for kids?
• Can you spark conversations with staff, campers, and parents, and grow into that role if it’s outside your comfort zone?
• Are you willing to do more than send a “thinking of you” text when someone needs help?
• Can you multitask while staying calm, level‑headed, and nice?
• Do you have the stamina to keep up with 4–12 year‑olds, and can you lift up to 30–40 pounds?
• Are you passionate about sharing knowledge and learning from all ages?

• Facilitate activities, make connections, and monitor safety and wellness.
• Support or lead activity spaces where campers self‑select.
• Assist in rotating support roles throughout camp.

• Actively supervise campers.
• Maintain an organized and approachable activity space.
• Ensure compliance with camp policies.
• Record and report notable concerns or incidents, including injuries.
• Track camper allergies and dietary restrictions.
• Add daily updates and photos to camper profiles.

• At least 18 years old with a High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 months experience in a camp, or 1 year in education or childcare.
• By applying you consent to email or text communication from Steve & Kate's.
• May be asked to chaperone off‑site field trips.

• Past management or leadership experience preferred.
• On‑site management can be physically demanding; extended periods on feet, outdoors, and with physical exertion.
• Preferred:
  Meets local Camp Director qualifications or is a former Steve & Kate’s employee.

• Follow all safety and health rules of the location.
• Organize and maintain clean activity spaces.
• Assist in camp set‑up and breakdown.
• 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.

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