Assistant Section Supervisor

Camp Sewataro is seeking a warm, organized, and developmentally skilled leader to serve as the Assistant Fox Section Supervisor. This role is ideal for an experienced camp professional who loves working with young children, supporting counselors, and helping ensure that our youngest campers thrive in a safe, joyful, and well-supported environment.

The Fox Section includes approximately 10 camp groups, each made up of about 15 campers and a team of 3 counselors. The Assistant Fox Section Supervisor plays an essential leadership role in helping these groups run smoothly each day while providing guidance, structure, and encouragement to both campers and staff.

Daily Section Leadership

• Support the safe and smooth daily operation of all Fox groups
• Help manage morning attendance and group transitions
• Provide active supervision during high-need moments such as lunch, water breaks, and end-of-day routines
• Check in regularly with group staff to ensure campers are supported and engaged

Counselor Support and Mentorship

• Advise, motivate, and provide feedback to counselors working with young campers
• Model positive community-building, behavior guidance, and conflict resolution techniques
• Support co-counselor team dynamics and help troubleshoot staff challenges when needed
• Assist with counselor evaluations and section-wide staff development

Camper Support and Behavior Guidance

• Assist staff in managing repeated or significant behavioral concerns using developmentally appropriate strategies
• Collaborate with the Community Support Team to plan for campers with individual needs or medical concerns
• Help counselors create positive behavior incentive plans when appropriate

Section Community and Camp Spirit

• Help foster a kind, fun, and inclusive section culture rooted in Sewataro values
• Support section meetings throughout the summer to address concerns and re-motivate staff

Special Events and Overdays

• Support Friday Special Events and assist with planning age-appropriate Fox programming
• Help coordinate Fox Overdays in collaboration with section leadership and the Events Coordinator

Physical Expectations

• This is an active outdoor leadership role requiring sustained standing, walking, and running throughout the camp day on varied terrain.

• Current CPR certification

Camp Sewataro will cover the cost of CPR certification for hired candidates who do not currently hold it.

• Teaching certification or early childhood experience
• Strong understanding of Kindergarten and 1st grade developmental needs
• Experience in classroom, camp, or group management settings

• At least 2 years of experience on a summer camp staff team or in a similar youth leadership role
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
• Natural initiative and ability to support the “big picture” operations of a busy camp day