Camp Director

The **JoooKooo Sports Academy** provides students with opportunities to be physically active while developing social awareness, teamwork, and a drive to reach their full potential. Our programs are safe, inclusive, and fair — with basketball as the core focus — and enriched through multisport experiences such as robotics, arts and crafts, and other engaging physical activities.

**Position Overview**

The **Summer Camp Director** is responsible for the overall planning, coordination, and successful execution of the JoooKooo Sports Academy Summer Camp. This includes managing all aspects of camp operations — from program design and scheduling to staff leadership and camper experience.

The Director will ensure that camp activities are engaging, well-organized, and align with JoooKooo’s values of excellence, inclusion, and fun. This role requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills to create a dynamic environment where both staff and participants thrive.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Plan, organize, and oversee all aspects of camp programming, including multisport sessions, robotics, arts and crafts, and special theme days.
- Develop and manage weekly schedules, staffing plans, and activity rotations.
- Ensure each day of camp runs smoothly, safely, and according to established objectives.

**Staff Management**
- Recruit, train, coach, and supervise camp counselors and support staff.
- Assign staff to camp groups, assess strengths and compatibility with age groups, and provide continuous performance feedback.
- Conduct staff evaluations and maintain up-to-date staff files, ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations.

**Camper Experience**
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-energy atmosphere for all campers.
- Monitor camper engagement and well-being throughout the day.
- Identify and address behavioral or social challenges proactively.

**Parent & Community Communication**
- Communicate clearly with parents and guardians regarding registration, schedules, and updates.

**Operational Oversight**
- Maintain accurate attendance and enrollment records for staff and campers.
- Ensure all equipment and supplies are organized, available, and in good condition.
- Enforce all camp safety protocols and monitor the health and safety of campers and staff.
- Act as the primary problem-solver for staff or camper issues, demonstrating sound judgment and leadership.

**Other Responsibilities**
- Execute additional activities or duties as assigned by JoooKooo Sports Academy leadership.
- Be available to travel between our **Ajax** and **Bowmanville** locations as required.

**Qualifications**
- Proven leadership experience in a camp, sports, or youth program setting.
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to motivate, guide, and develop a diverse team of counselors.
- Creative and adaptable approach to building engaging, multisport programming.
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
- CPR/First Aid certification is an asset.

**Job Type**: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 3 months

Pay: $18.00-$23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 - 40 per week

Application question(s):

- Describe your experience leading or supervising staff in a camp, sports, or youth program environment. How many people did you manage, and what strategies did you use to motivate your team?
- Our camp includes multisport, robotics, and arts & crafts activities. Can you share an example of how you have planned or coordinated a diverse schedule of activities that kept participants engaged and organized?
- Tell us about a time you had to resolve a conflict or behavioral issue involving campers or staff. What steps did you take, and what was the outcome?
- This role requires on-site leadership in Ajax and Bowmanville for the duration of the summer. Are you able to reliably commute between these locations and work full-time for the camp period (June-August)?

Work Location: In person