Summer Program Director

Join our Seasonal / Summer Adventure at Sprout Brooklyn Day Camp! 

Are you ready to bring the magic of camp to every season? Sprout Brooklyn is looking for a Program Director with enthusiasm and a love for camp! If you’re passionate about crafting unforgettable moments and making a profound impact on the lives of Jewish children, we have the perfect opportunity for you. 

About Us 

Young Judaea Sprout Brooklyn Day Camp, nestled in Red Hook, offers a unique Hebrew dual-language camp experience for children entering Pre-K through 5th grade. We create a unique space for children from diverse backgrounds to form a joyful community based on Jewish values, a shared connection to Israel and the Hebrew language.  

The Role 

We’re seeking a collaborative team player with a dynamic personality to help build an incredible summer program.   As our Program Director, you’ll be working on the team that recruits staff, developing dynamic training and providing essential supervision.  This is not a desk job, but a hands-on, creative role. The Program Director is not afraid to stand up in front of a crowd, wears multiple hats and thrives in diversity. It's full of opportunities for someone to shine!  

The Ideal Candidate: 

• Loves camp 
• Is both a thought partner and can work independently. 
• Thrives in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.  
• Exhibits flexibility 
• Can manage stress with a smile and a chuckle 
• Excels in organization and is tech savvy including social media 

Key responsibilities 

• A team player in staff recruitment and working on hiring process for seasonal staff  
• Oversees summer payroll, accounts payable and vendor accounts 
• Coordinates exciting field trips and special events  
• Plans and executes comprehensive staff training and development 

To be a great fit for this role, you should have: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following: Education, Recreation, Jewish Studies, Nonprofit Management, Social Work, or Business OR related degree with previous experience in camp leadership 
• Proven experience supervising camp employees 
• Previous experience working with children ages 3 – 10 
• A strong foundation in Judaics