SummerWorks Cubs Director

Camp Overview

SummerWorks is Rowland Hall’s dynamic summer camp program, serving children ages 4–13 in an engaging and enriching environment. Rooted in the school’s vision of developing people the world needs, SummerWorks offers a joyful extension of learning where curiosity, creativity, and connection thrive throughout the summer months. Campers are encouraged to explore their interests, build confidence, and develop meaningful relationships through hands-on experiences and purposeful play.

SummerWorks delivers high-quality programming through a balance of structured activities and child-centered exploration. Our offerings include outdoor play, creative expression, collaborative games, and experiential learning opportunities designed to support social-emotional growth and independence. Guided by caring, trained staff, campers are challenged to try new things, work together, and engage thoughtfully with their peers in an inclusive and supportive community.

Located on Rowland Hall’s beautiful Salt Lake City campus near the base of the Wasatch Mountain Range, SummerWorks benefits from the school’s exceptional facilities and natural surroundings. The program attracts families seeking a summer experience grounded in joy, fun, and purpose. SummerWorks is committed to building a strong staff community by fostering collaboration, professional growth, and a shared passion for creating meaningful experiences for children.

Position Summary

The SummerWorks Cubs director provides leadership and vision for the Cubs program, shaping a safe, joyful, and developmentally rich experience for our youngest campers (ages 4 & 5). This role oversees daily programming, supervises and evaluates lead counselors and counselors, and ensures smooth transitions, behavior management, and camper support throughout the day. The Cubs director also manages program logistics, including schedules, field trips, and serves as the primary point of contact for families and the administrative team. They assess program effectiveness, implement improvements, and foster a positive, collaborative team culture that supports both campers and staff. Ideal candidates are experienced, organized, and enthusiastic leaders with a passion for child development, strong communication skills, and the ability to inspire and guide a dynamic staff team.

Primary Job Responsibilities

Staff training

• Plan, lead, and oversee pre-camp staff training and weekly staff meetings
• Set expectations, goals, and norms for the cubs counselor team
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate lead counselors and counselors

Staff supervision

• Ability to provide support and supervise 4-5 counselors
• Address, resolve, and document staff concerns promptly and professionally (within 24 hours)
• Hold weekly 1:1 check-ins with Cubs staff and facilitate self-evaluations
• Provide formal feedback, coaching, and performance guidance to staff
• Mentor staff and model professionalism, positivity, and appropriate boundaries
• Ensure appropriate staffing coverage at all times and actively manage schedules so staff take their assigned breaks as scheduled.
• Promote staff morale through encouragement, recognition, and open communication

Program evaluation & continuous improvement

• Conduct ongoing assessment of program effectiveness, including camper and family satisfaction, staff performance, and logistical systems
• Collect feedback from staff and families and incorporate insights into program improvements
• Maintain documentation of program metrics, staff evaluations, and activity outcomes

Activity Planning & Co-Facilitation 

• Oversee age-group activity planning and implementation ensuring alignment with camp goals and developmental best practices
• Create and approve weekly age-group activity plans and adjust as needed throughout the summer
• Establish and oversee check-in/check-out procedures and transition schedules
• Coordinate and lead morning announcements for the cubs division
• Design and oversee den time and Friday Finale programming
• Ensure smooth transitions throughout the day, including field trips, snack time, and downtime
• Ensure activities spaces are prepared, safe, and well-maintained, delegating setup and cleanup responsibilities
• Other duties as assigned

Family Communication

• Serve as the primary point of contact for families regarding significant or ongoing concerns, including illness, injury, behavior issues, or policy-related matters
• Lead meeting with families to address concerns, determine next steps, and document outcomes
• Support and guide lead counselors and counselors in family communication, ensuring consistency and professionalism
• Communicate and update the assistant director and SummerWorks director regarding any significant issues or situations that need additional support or awareness

Administrative tasks

• Create, maintain, and update camper and schedule information for the cubs division
• Ensure accuracy and compliance of medical, family, and scheduling information
• Assign and adjust den groupings, activities, staff assignments, and break schedules as needed
• Communicate updates and changes to lead counselors and counselors in a timely manner
• Serve as the final point of clarification for camper placement, scheduling, and staffing decisions

Camper support

• Oversee camper behavior support and identify patterns or ongoing concerns
• Ensure SummerWorks expectations and safety rules are clearly communicated and consistently enforced
• Lead responses to significant behavior incidents and emergencies, including decision making and follow-up
• Communicate with families and leadership regarding serious or ongoing behavior concerns 
• Ensure appropriate documentation and next steps are completed following incidents

Field trip management 

• Coordinate field trip logistics with the administrative team
• Ensure all required materials, documentation, medications, and safety supplies are prepared and accounted for
• Oversee review of bus and field trip expectations with staff and campers
• Ensure on-time departure and return and formally check out with the administrative team prior to leaving campus
• Confirm bus evacuation procedures with drivers and ensure emergency readiness
• Serve as the primary decision maker during field trips and manage incident response and follow-up

Skills and Requirements

• College degree preferred; diverse backgrounds and experiences are valued
• 2-3 years of experience working with young children
• CPR certification required (training provided)
• Experience in a supervisory or management role in a camp or daycare setting is preferred
• A passion for education and child development is essential
• Ability to sustain positive relationships with children and their families
• Flexible, positive, enthusiastic attitude and demeanor
• Effective communication skills and ability to work as a team player
• Open to personal growth and willingness to help others grow
• Ability to plan, lead, and supervise activities
• Excellent interpersonal skills

The requirements listed below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Work comfortably and effectively in outdoor environments, including direct sunlight and varying temperatures
• Supervise water activities, including active participation in the water to actively support and monitor campers
• Move easily around classrooms, the Rowland Hall McCarthey campus, and off-site locations for field trips to support various activities
• Contribute in an organized and productive manner as a team member of the SummerWorks program
• Lift up to 10 lbs of boxes to prepare/clean up from activities
• communicate appropriately and effectively with constituents, including students, families, and colleagues

Additional Information

This is a seasonal, non-exempt position. The hourly rate ranges between $18.50 and $20.75 per hour, based on experience. SummerWorks has mandatory paid staff training on June 4, 5, & 6, 2026. Our camp season begins on Monday, June 8, 2026, and ends on Friday, August 7, 2026; camp staff work 8:10 am-4:00 pm daily. Leadership staff may start before June 4. There will be no camp on June 19, July 3, and July 24. CPR and First Aid certification is required. SummerWorks offers CPR and First Aid training prior to the start of camp.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Rowland Hall is an equal opportunity employer, and as such, believes that each individual is entitled to equal opportunity without regard to sex, color, race, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal or state anti-discrimination laws. Rowland Hall’s equal employment opportunity practices extend to recruitment, hiring, selection, compensation, benefits, transfer, promotion, training, discipline, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.

Salary : $19 - $21