What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Camp Assistant Waterfront Director - Isola Bella 2026 position at American School for the Deaf?
THE AMERICAN SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF
ANNOUNCES AN OPENING FOR
ASSISTANT WATERFRONT DIRECTOR
CLOSING DATE: Open Until filled
REVISED: 01/06/2018
POST: 01/22/2026
Nestled in the beautiful Berkshire Mountains on Twin Lakes, Salisbury, Connecticut, “Isola Bella” means Beautiful Island in Italian. Isola Bella was bequeathed to The American School by the late Ferrari Ward and his wife, Muriel Alvord Ward. Both were members of the ASD Board of Directors and Mrs. Ward was the first woman to serve on the board. Through this wonderful gift, the American School became the United States’ first school for the deaf to offer a summer program for deaf and hard of hearing youngsters and is the only camp for deaf children in Southern New England. Isola Bella is a scenic island estate that has been turned into a recreational/residential summer camp for deaf children ranging in age from 8 years to 17 years old. A wide variety of activities are offered depending on camper’s skill and interest level. Some of these activities include: archery, arts & crafts, camp studies, swimming, sailing and canoeing, water skiing, overnight camping, hiking, team and non-competitive games and a variety of special trips and projects. The philosophy of the program is “learning through experience.”
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position: Assistant Camp Waterfront Director
(Summer Camp Isola Bella)
Department: Isola Bella Camps
Supervisor: Waterfront Director & Summer Camp Director
Description: Seasonal, Summer 2026 (not eligible for benefits)
Union or NCB: Non-Collective Bargaining
SCOPE OF DUTIES
The Assistant Waterfront Director supports the Waterfront Director in overseeing all waterfront activities to ensure a safe, fun, and educational environment for campers and staff. This role also involves supervising evening activities and assisting with cabin coverage if needed, and stepping into leadership roles when necessary. The Assistant Waterfront Director reports directly to the Waterfront Director and Camp Director.
- Assist with daily management of all waterfront activities, including swimming, boating, canoeing, kayaking, and paddleboarding.
- Help supervise, schedule, and support the lifeguards and instructors.
- Ensure all waterfront rules and safety procedures are consistently followed by campers and staff.
- Conduct swim tests and skill assessments at the start of camp sessions.
- Assist in planning and leading waterfront drills, including emergency response simulations.
- Monitor weather and water conditions to make informed decisions about activity safety.
- Support the maintenance and care of waterfront equipment and facilities.
- Assist in administering first aid when necessary and completing incident reports.
- Supervise campers during evening activities and assist with cabin coverage as needed.
- Be a visible and positive presence on the waterfront and around camp
- Step into the Waterfront Director’s role as needed in their absence.
- Report directly to the Waterfront Director and Camp Director.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall success of the camp.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Applicants must be 21 or older
- Must have current WATERFRONT lifeguard certification, boating license, small craft safety certification and experience pertaining to operating a waterfront facility.
- Proficiency in American Sign Language is strongly preferred.
SALARY RANGE
- Will be paid on a stipend basis for the season
- Employment dates are approximately June 20, 2026 to July 25, 2026
ASD is ALL ways able. If you require an accommodation to apply for this position, please contact the Human Resources Department.
The American School for the Deaf does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's age, ancestry, color, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, past or present history of mental disability, intellectual disability, national origin, physical disability, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, transgender status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or civil union status) work place hazards to reproductive systems, and criminal record (in state employment and licensing).
All applicants will be screened, and the most highly qualified applicants will be invited to interview.