Assistant Camp Director
About ALAC
Founded in 1953, Allens Lane Art Center is a community arts center in Mount Airy offering theater, visual arts,
exhibitions, and a vibrant summer art camp program serving youth of all ages.
Position Overview
Full time Temporary/Seasonal
Allens Lane Art Center seeks a collaborative and organized Assistant Camp Director to support the leadership of our arts-based summer camp program. This role works closely with the Camp Director to implement programming, supervise staff, oversee the Counselor-in-Training (CIT) program and aftercare, ensure camper safety, and maintain strong communication with families. The position begins with periodic part-time hours in the spring for pre-camp planning and transitions to full-time during the 8-week summer camp season. This is an ideal role for a creative, dependable, and enthusiastic youth-program professional passionate about arts education and community engagement.
Reports to: Summer Camp Director
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Operations
• Support the Camp Director in all aspects of the summer camp program
• Oversee the CIT program, supervising, mentoring and training teen participants
• Supervise aftercare staff and ensure safe, engaging programming
Pre-Camp Planning (as needed)
• Support staff training and professional development, including CIT leaders
• Help coordinate logistics and program planning with leadership
Camper Safety & Support
• Foster an inclusive, creative, and emotionally safe environment
• Assist Camp Director and staff in observing health, safety, and emergency procedures
• Manage day-to-day camper concerns and assist with incident documentation
Family Communication
• Assist Camp Director in communicating with camp families
• Serve as a point of contact for parents and families participating in the aftercare program
Events & Administration
• Help organize camp showcases, CIT presentations, and end-of-session celebrations
• Track attendance and assist with reporting for camp, CIT, and aftercare programs
• Contribute to program evaluation and recommendations for improvement
Qualifications
Required
• Associate’s degree or higher; coursework in education or related fields preferred
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to manage challenging situations calmly and effectively
• Commitment to inclusion and community-based arts education
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
Preferred
• Prior Assistant Director, Camp, or Aftercare leadership experience
• Experience in leading youth programs, camps, or education
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and mentor teen leaders
• Background in visual arts, theater, or arts education
Work Environment
Active, hands-on role supervising children and teens indoors and outdoors. Flexible schedule required during pre-camp and camp season.
