A Day Camp Director is responsible for directing staff training, camp activity planning, managing camper information and groupings, maintaining camp resources, and supplies; and handling administrative duties. A well-written Day Camp Director Resume mentions the following core duties and responsibilities –consulting with stakeholders and determining camp requirements, developing a camp curriculum with appropriate leisure and recreational activities, planning daily camp activities, hiring camp employees, overseeing camp employees, accommodations, and meals; managing the allocated budgets, as well as ordering camp equipment and supplies, modifying activities for campers, and keeping records and documenting processes.
The most sought-after skills for the post include the following – extensive experience in planning and developing camp curricula, the ability to hire and train and oversee camp employees; experience in working with children and arranging camp accommodations, meals, supplies, and equipment; the ability to document processes, and solid knowledge of activity-related safety regulations, and proficiency in office software. Those seeking to work in this role should be able to display a degree in leisure studies or a relevant field in their resumes.
Summary : A motivated and progressive administrative professional with superior customer relations and interpersonal communication skills. Quick to build rapport with clients and professional colleagues. Work independently under minimal supervision and seek to improve performance through ongoing professional and educational development. Leverage knowledge of management and top-level customer service experience, in order to attain individual and organizational success.
Represented companies in negotiating contracts and formulating policies with suppliers.
Directed and coordinated activities of personnel engaged in buying, selling, and distributing materials, equipment, machinery, and supplies.
Interviewed and hired staff, and oversaw staff training.
Prepared and processed requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment.
Developed and implemented purchasing and contract management instructions, policies, and procedures.
Maintained records of goods ordered and received.
Controlled purchasing department budgets.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Bachelors Of Science in Management
Day Camp Director Resume
Summary : As a Day Camp Director, responsible for Providing care and supporting for day campers on a daily basis, Developing, coordinating, and directing events, games, field trips and activities for each week, and also Communicating daily with Recreation Coordinator to ensure smooth running of program.
Contributed to the conference call programming meetings with other program directors and unit heads.
Communicated with program directors and staff to coordinate camp guests, donations, and supplies.
Supported the unit head by providing feedback on the daily activities for campers.
Organized daily logistics and programming for the Day Camp schedule.
Helped lead the counselor orientation and support the Day Camp counselors/volunteers in order to have a successful week with the campers.
Get the chance to welcome visitors to our program and build meaningful relationships with the campers and their families.
Collaborated with other staff members to plan activities for the youngest group of campers that attend in the morning and afternoon.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
B.A. In Psychology
Day Camp Director Resume
Objective : Day Camp Director is responsible for daily operations of the camp, including overseeing the staff and counselors, coordinating with and managing all aspects of the camp, and maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for campers.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Supervisory, Program Development, Team Building.
Description :
Designed, delivered, and evaluated camp program that meet the needs and interests of youth and the camps target markets to ensure their delivery in a safe and quality manner.
Remained current with information on the developmental needs of youth and apply them in the camp setting.
Annually sought and analyzed input from youth, families, and staff regarding the quality, safety, and enjoyment of the program and staff.
Developed and implemented crisis and risk management procedures.
Designed and ensured delivery of programs and activities appropriate to the camper population.
Oversaw the financial management and fund development operations to allow for adequate annual funding and to meet long-term goals.
Developed and monitored budget for camp operations.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Bachelor Of Arts In Communication
Day Camp Director Resume
Headline : Seeking a Day Camp Director position with an outstanding career opportunity that will offer a rewarding work environment along with a winning team that will fully utilize management skills.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Managing Skills.
Description :
Developed and designed long-term fund raising strategies for the camp program and facilities.
Designed and implemented a marketing plan to increase camper attendance and camp usage.
Prepared reports regarding market conditions and merchandise costs.
Directed and coordinated activities of personnel engaged in buying, selling, and distributing materials, equipment, machinery, and supplies.
Supervised staff of five counselors and monitored work through mid and final evaluations.
Used a variety of methods to communicate daily camp schedule to parents.
Planned and facilitated age and ability appropriate special events daily.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
MS
Day Camp Director Resume
Objective : With over three years of experience specializing in organizing events and marketing strategies for the city of Los Angeles Parks and Recreation, I would like to concentrate on a career in sales and marketing. Strengths are dedication, reliability, team player, creativity, and responsibility.
Designed, delivered, and evaluated camp programs that would meet the needs and interests of the community and target populations.
Implemented appropriate children's activities for various age groups.
Assured a safe environment for the clients, administrative personnel, and employees.
Oversaw the financial management to fund developing operations which will allow for adequate annual financial support and to meet long-term economic goals.
Implemented human resource management practices to recruit and retain seasonal and year-round staff.
Managed property development and maintenance to ensure stewardship of current resources and identification of future necessities.
Interviewed and recommended intern candidates to help support day camp department.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Day Camp Director Resume
Objective : Day Camp Director with 4+ years of experience in working closely with other camp staff, recreation staff, aquatic and other staff, Enforcing camp rules and staff policies; maintain the discipline of campers and staff; bring concerns to the Recreation Coordinator.
Skills : Supervisory, Leadership, Mentoring, Management, Team building.
Description :
Supervised camp counselors and provided guidance on the planning of the vacation Bible school daily activities.
Planned, organized and led Bible studies, devotionals, worship, games, and an environmental activity each day.
Supervised college and high school student employees and volunteers.
Planned, organized, and led activities for a youth summer reading program.
PA Supervised camp counselors and provided guidance on the planning of the vacation Bible school daily activities.
Managed payroll, staff scheduling, and staff meetings.
Dealt with all camp paperwork and reported to area supervisor on a weekly basis.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
BS In Education
Day Camp Director Resume
Headline : Day camp director will be in charge of all aspects of a summer day camp program from start to finish. This includes managing, organizing, and implementing the activities and experiences for the children. Day camp director will also be responsible for staffing, planning activities, creating summer schedules, and ensuring that the children have a positive experience.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Sales, Customer Relations, Sales Management.
Description :
Day Camp Counselor Planned, supervised and participated in recreational activities for children grades 1st-7th on daily basis.
Delegated responsibility and disciplined campers appropriately.
Organized and led a variety of small and large group activities such as crafts, nature walks, songs, games, team building skills and more.
Identified and responded to camper behavior issues.
Communicated with parents effectively about daily activities.
Provided safe transportation to and from the activities, by driving the vans belonging to the center.
Provided and maintained appropriate supervision of the children at all times.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Day Camp Director Resume
Objective : Responsible for Promptly handling first aid problems according to training, and complete accident reports, Overseeing and participating in daily clean-up of the facility, fields, shelter, and playground.
Skills : Proficient In Word, Excel, And PowerPoint, Boy Scouts Of America: Eagle Scout.
Description :
Spearheaded the appointment of a leadership team to oversee children's ministry, adopted curriculum for classrooms, recruited, motivated, and retained 40 adult volunteers to staff 18 positions.
Spearheaded, developed, and administered the Great Adventure Day Camp, a 10 week summer day camp.
Created, developed, and pitched the idea, lead marketing plan, developed website and logo, hired, and supervised staff.
Met modified budgets.
Community Newspaper Developer Responsible for turning a struggling community newspaper, The Messenger, into a recognized local publication.
Built a base of advertisers with successful cold calling campaigns and by networking at trade shows and at The Arlington Chamber of Commerce.
Managed budgets, found advertisers, to turn the paper around to turn a profit, exceeded expectations, and the paper's circulation tripled.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Bachelor Of Arts
Day Camp Director Resume
Headline : An extensive amount of experience working with youth of all ages from varying backgrounds. I have had various administrative responsibilities that include but are not limited to, marketing, planning, staffing, and communications.
Worked side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure everyone, regardless of age, income, or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.
Oversaw the daily operations of two 10 week-long Summer Day Camps in Sandy and Taylorsville Utah.
Hired, managed, and trained a staff of over 30 individuals.
Planned and organized multiple community programs throughout the year.
Organized, managed, and facilitated the YMCA's and Ted Ligety's Y I Ski Program at Deer Valley, Solitude, and Soldier Hollow Resorts for two consecutive winters.
Managed various administrative tasks that included payroll, budgeting, and marketing.
Successfully implemented philosophies, methods, policies, and procedures that will assist in the achievement of Town and department goals.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Day Camp Director Resume
Objective : As a Day Camp Director, responsible for Developing and executing curriculum for five, week-long summer science programs focusing on zoology, botany, ecology, and environmental studies, Using games, experiments, and art projects to illustrate topics.
Skills : Red Cross Life Guard Trainer, Boaters License, Sailing.
Description :
Supervised a staff of 19 members in the development and execution of camp programming for a population of children that ranged from 75- 120 participants a session (week).
Worked with an assistant director and several program directors on a daily basis to manage staff members, scheduling and classes.
Kept communication with parents open and continuous regarding their children's successes and disciplinary issues.
Provided guidance and support to staff and briefly evaluated them on a bi-weekly basis.
Used a daily debrief to communicate information amongst staff members, hear & record their feedback,create a positive support system and prepare for future activities and special events.
Used a rolling schedule to meet with staff members throughout the day on site and in the office to see how they were doing, how they were teaching their classes and if they needed help with any issues or problems that may arise.
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