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Director, Summer Camp

Private Club
Wilton, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 3/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/3/2026

Job Title: Summer Camp Director

Department: Youth Programs
Reports To: General Manager
Supervises: Camp Counselors

Position Summary

The Summer Camp Director is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing a wide variety of camp activities, sports clinics and camp social events in collaboration with department heads and club professionals. This role works closely with club staff to cultivate a vibrant youth community that reflects the club’s values of inclusiveness, respect, and sportsmanship.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong vision for elevating the summer camp program, actively engage members and their children, and demonstrate enthusiasm, creativity, and a genuine passion for making a meaningful impact.

Summer camp at the Club lasts for seven weeks. The seven-week summer session runs from June 22 to August 7, 2026.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive camp curriculum featuring age-appropriate recreational and educational activities.
  • Create, maintain, and enforce camp policies and procedures.
  • Plan and coordinate daily camp schedules and special programming.
  • Present camp information and program offerings to prospective families as needed.
  • Recruit, hire, train, and supervise camp counselors.
  • Oversee camp operations and always ensure camper safety and well-being.
  • Manage program budgets, including ordering equipment and supplies.
  • Adapt activities and programming to accommodate campers with special needs.
  • Maintain a safe, healthy, and inclusive camp environment.
  • Keep accurate and up-to-date records and documentation.
  • Coordinate and distribute informational communications to members in collaboration with department heads.
  • Create promotional materials for camps, clinics, and special events.

Member & Guest Relations

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with members and their children
  • Represent the club professionally and positively at all times.

Education, Licenses & Certifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Education, Recreation, or a related field required.
  • Current CPR/AED certification required (or ability to obtain upon hire).

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
  • Frequent bending, squatting, lifting, and turning.
  • Ability to lift and carry heavy objects as needed.
  • Occasional exposure to wet or humid conditions, as well as extreme cold and heat.
  • Ability to perform repetitive motions throughout the workday.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation:

  • Salary commensurate with experience

Benefits Include:

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Employee meals provided
  • Collaborative team environment
  • Professional development opportunities

Pay: From $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $35

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