What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2026 Austin Summer Camp Director position at KIDVENTURE INCORPORATED?
As a Director, you run the show at your camp site. You are a role model and supervisor for Counselors, setting the standard through your words, actions, and leadership. You ensure that Counselors have the tools, support, and guidance needed to lead activities successfully while holding everyone at camp—including yourself—to the highest expectations of excellence.
What You'll Gain
- Hands-on experience leading a team and setting the tone for team culture.
- Growth in coaching, mentoring, and managing staff in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience running daily logistics, scheduling, communication, and site operations.
- Strengthened ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders (camp managers, office staff, families).
- Direct involvement in shaping a positive camp experience for kids and staff.
- Opportunities to jump into Counselor duties, staying connected to the heart of camp and strengthening well-rounded skillsets.
- Experience in decision-making, problem-solving, and maintaining standards of excellence.
- A role that builds leadership credibility—great for future education, recreation, youth development, or management paths.
Who We’re Looking For
- Someone who models professionalism, sets expectations clearly, and leads by example in both words and actions.
- A Director who can coordinate schedules, manage logistics, and communicate clearly with staff, managers, and families.
- A leader who empowers Counselors, provides guidance, and ensures they have the tools needed to run safe, engaging activities
- Someone who can navigate challenges, maintain composure, and uphold Kidventure standards in all situations.
- A Director willing to step in, perform Counselor duties when needed, and model teamwork across the camp day.
- Must be at least 18 years old
What You'll Do
Organization, Planning, Preparation, and Systems
- Administer the program curriculum and ensure your site has all the needed supplies
- Create daily camp schedules and group lists
- Direct the set-up and clean-up of camp. Ensure job duties are assigned and completed on both the Counselor and Director levels
Communication
- Communicate with parents, staff, leadership team, office, and host facility appropriately, promptly, and effectively
- Facilitate positive working relationships by collaborating withthe camp team
Professional Responsibilities, Qualities, and Servant Leadership
- Manage 3-12 Day Camp Counselors, including mentoring staff, scheduling work shifts, assisting with behavior management, and completing performance evaluations
- Lead a team of counselors to create the magic of Summer Camp
Team and Overall Campsite Qualities
- Maintain and operate a safe camp environment, including responsibility for up to 50 campers and being knowledgeable about camper allergies, special needs, and other relevant factors.
- Understand that you are making a difference in the lives of kids
- Ensure the campsite meets all state compliance standards
Qualifications:
- By submitting this application, you are applying for a seasonal Summer Day Camp position in the Austin, Texas area, running from May through August.
- Similar positions are also available in the Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston areas. Interest in those locations may be shared during the interview process.
- Kidventure does not provide housing, transportation, or work visa sponsorship.
Salary : $17 - $20