Summer Camp Assistant Director - Santa Rosa

Job Details

Location:

4400 Day School Place, Santa Rosa, CA 95403

Camp Dates: 6/8/2026 (Mon) - 8/14/2026 (Fri) – additionally, one weekend to set up, one weekend to breakdown, and an orientation date

Camp

Hours:

8:00 am - 6:00 pm (actual shifts will vary)

Hourly Wage: $21.75 - $24.25 per hour (actual offer will depend on experience and other factors)

Final date to receive applications:
This posting is anticipated to remain open until April 15, 2026.

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! 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 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.

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 will self-select activities, while other staff will work in rotating support roles throughout camp. Activities include sewing, stop–motion animation, maker space, performing arts, arts and crafts, lounging, recreation, and so much 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 injuries to campers, other staff members, or self
• Keeping track of and being aware of camper allergies and dietary restrictions
• Adding daily updates and photos to campers' profiles

• Do you appreciate and agree with our self-directed approach for kids?
• Are you comfortable sparking conversations with staff, campers, and parents, and growing in that area? (including challenging conversations with families)
• Are you a “caregiver” type who does more than just text to someone in need?
• Can you multitask like a Hollywood power agent while staying calm, level‑headed, and nice?
• Do you have the stamina to keep up with 4‑12 year‑olds’ energy and can lift up to 30‑40 pounds?
• Are you passionate about sharing knowledge & learning from anyone, even a third‑grader?

• At least 18 years of age with a High School Diploma or GED.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• 2 months of experience in a Camp, or 1 year in an Education or Child‑Care setting required.
• By applying & accepting, you allow Steve & Kate’s permission to email or text you.
• You may be asked to chaperone campers on an off‑site field trip if needed.

• 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 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.

Steve & Kate’s Camp and Bright Horizons comply with all laws that require reasonable accommodations for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy‑related limitations.