Waynflete Summer offers six weeks of engaging camp sessions for children ages 4–16. 

Join our enthusiastic and dedicated team this summer!

www.summer.waynflete.org

 

Position: Program Director, Waynflete Summer

• Dungeons & Dragons Camps

• Summertime Art Camps

• Flyers Camps

• Girls Lacrosse Camps

Locations: Waynflete School

• 283 Osgood Street | Portland, ME (Sports & Eco-Explorers Camps)

• 360 Spring Street | Portland, ME (All other camp programs)

Mission: Waynflete’s mission is to engage the imagination and intellect of our students, to guide them toward self-governance and self-knowledge, and to encourage their responsible and caring participation in the world. Our aim is to provide a program that combines security with challenge, playful exploration with rigorous expectation, and range of experience with depth of inquiry.

 

Compensation: $22 - $26 / hour based on experience.

Dates of Employment: 2-7 week commitment, weeks noted below

• Pre-Camp Training Dates: TBD, June 2025

• Camp Weeks: 6/23, 6/30, 7/7, 7/14, 7/21, 7/28

• Camp is closed on 7/4, Independence Day 

• Additional days following camp sessions as needed

Camp Hours:

• Camp Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday - Friday

• Staff Hours: approximately 8:00am to 4:00pm daily

• Leadership Team meetings weekly

Contact Information: 

• Email: summer@waynflete.org 

• Phone: (207) 274 - 5209

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with other Program Directors and Camp Leadership Team to:

  • Design a daily program schedule with special attention to shared spaces and resources. 

  • Inventory and procure all supplies needed within budget.

  • Communicate about camper behavior, injuries or other incidents. 

• Manage program specific operations including camper attendance, staff schedules, daily camp schedule, field trips, and morning meetings.

• Lead activities such as: games, songs, program projects, lessons and more.

• Lead lessons with enthusiasm, creativity and professionalism.

• Supervise and guide campers throughout the camp day.

• Oversee and coach Counselors and Programs Assistants.

• Complete morning prep and end of day clean up responsibilities.

• Communicate camper incidents in a timely manner to the Camp Director.

• Proactively communicate any issues or concerns that could impact our campers’ experience or program quality to the Camp Director.

• Lead by example in respect and care for the community and campus.

• Create group unity by building a safe and inclusive environment for campers and counselors.

• Present a safe and inclusive environment for all.

• Keep the safety of campers and the camp team in mind at all times. 

• Attend all required staff meetings and pre-season training sessions.

Skills & Qualifications:

• 21+ years of age.

• 2+ years of experience working with children in a camp or school setting (ages 4-16). 

• Experience in a leadership role. 

• Excellent communication skills.

• High level of organizational skills and strong attention to detail.

• Able to manage risks and operate with a safety mindset.

• First Aid/CPR/AED certified. 

• Comfortable handling basic First Aid/medical needs.

• Comfortable leading campers and staff using best practices in group management, including: clear communication of behavioral expectations, supporting the participation and success of all campers, and navigating misbehaviors.

• Able to communicate with parents/guardians in a clear, calm and professional manner.

• Previous experience with diverse populations.

 

Waynflete Summer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

To apply, please click below and upload a resume, contact information for three professional references, and a cover letter addressed to Director of Auxiliary Programs, Jenny Mueller. Applications will be reviewed immediately and the position will remain open until filled. No phone calls, please.