Summer Camp Program Manager

Overview

Company EDMO is a thriving educational nonprofit that has been inspiring and empowering young minds since 2004. With a dedicated team of 30+ full-time professionals and 400+ summer and school year staff, EDMO provides out-of-school program experiences. Our award-winning summer camps and after-school programs have reached hundreds of thousands of children, with a focus on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) and SEL (Social and Emotional Learning).

EDMO collaborates with school districts to expand access to engaging learning experiences. We are looking for team members who share a commitment to curiosity, courage, and kindness. Visit edmo.org to learn more.

The Program Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of their summer site, including pre-season training, in-season program management, staff coaching and management, and interactions with students and parents. The Program Manager ensures the smooth operation of daily program activities, such as snack time, outdoor play, and STEAM and SEL activities. Exact parameters and daily schedules vary by partnership/site, and the Program Manager adjusts tools and information from the larger company to the specifics of their partnership/site.

• Maintain positive relationships with host site contacts and ensure compliance with all site requirements.
• Meet regularly with site staff to ensure strong collaboration.
• Manage the site budget, payroll, and timesheet accuracy while monitoring overtime.
• Recruit, hire, train, coach, and evaluate program staff in partnership with the Recruiting team.
• Lead staff meetings, trainings, refreshers, and safety demonstrations.
• Supervise and support Instructors and Program Assistants (if applicable).
• Ensure full implementation of EDMO curriculum, policies, and procedures.
• Monitor student behavior and apply positive behavior management strategies; collaborate with the Program Culture Manager when needed.
• Ensure safety, cleanliness, and overall well-being of students and staff.
• Provide responsive, professional communication with parents and partners.
• Manage site inventory and materials.
• Model and promote the EDMO Method, including Self-Awareness, Problem-Solving, Advocacy, Collaboration, and Empathy.
• Complete administrative tasks and meet all deadlines.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support program success.

• Passion for working with children and experience leading youth groups.
• Experience managing and coaching staff.
• Strong classroom management and group facilitation skills.
• Excellent communication skills, including digital communication (email, Slack, etc.).
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and multitasking skills.
• High level of responsibility, dependability, and flexibility.
• Previous summer camp experience preferred.
• Creativity and enthusiasm, including costumes, skits, and songs.

• Bachelor s degree in education or a related field.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Previous satisfactory experience working with groups of students.
• Three positive work/character references.
• Must complete Livescan and TB test.
• CPR / First Aid Certification is required by the start date; certification must include an in-person CPR component. If not certified, some compensation may be available.

• Experience working with children in educational or camp settings.
• Experience coaching or supporting adult staff.
• Familiarity with SEL and STEAM learning models.
• Classroom teaching experience or credential (preferred but not required).
• Positive, patient, adaptable leadership style.
• Self-starter who is both independent and team-oriented.
• Ability to hit the ground running and thrive in a short-term environment (6-week program).

The physical abilities, working conditions, and other conditions of employment are representative of, but not exhaustive for positions in this classification. In emergencies or situations requiring guidance from authorities, requirements may change temporarily to best serve students.

• Vision:
  Read small print and view a computer screen for prolonged periods.
• Hearing:
  Tolerate exposure to noisy conditions.
• Speech:
  Be understood in face-to-face communications and over the telephone or computer.
• Upper Body Mobility:
  Use hands to grasp and manipulate objects; reach and lift objects; move arms, shoulders, and torso as needed.
• Strength:
  Lift, push, pull, and/or carry objects up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Environmental Requirements:
  Ability to work indoors and outdoors and handle interruptions; work independently or with others as needed.
• Mental Requirements:
  Read, write, understand, interpret, and apply information; capable of math at high school level; manage stress and follow procedures; rank tasks by importance.

Position reports to:
Senior Program Manager or Partner Relations Manager.

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