Associate Camp Director, Middle School Camp

National Math Camps

. Serve as the Camp Director’s right hand and step in when unavailable .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $8,352 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong organizational and logistical management skills while leading and mentoring staff in a residential camp environment. Committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and joyful culture for middle school students, particularly in math or STEM-focused programs.

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Bachelor’s Or Master’s Degree In EducationExperience Leading Residential ProgramsStrong Organizational And Logistical Management SkillsExcellent Judgment And Communication SkillsExperience With Summer Math Camps

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Hard Skills

Logistics ManagementBudget OversightCounselor Training DevelopmentEmergency Procedure ReviewActivity Planning

Soft Skills

LeadershipMentoringCollaborationResilience Under PressurePositive Culture Fostering

Industry Keywords

Residential ProgramsMath Enrichment ProgramsUnaccompanied Minor ProceduresCamp OperationsInclusive Camp Culture

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the Camp Director’s right hand and step in when unavailable
Own the overall quality, safety, and execution of the camp experience
Lead operational and residential initiatives
Oversee day-to-day operations, logistics, budget, and safety in partnership with the Camp Director
Oversee arrivals and departures, including airport pickup and dropoff, staff assignments, training, and Unaccompanied Minor procedures
Foster an inclusive, joyful camp culture
Support counselors with camper concerns, homesickness, and interpersonal issues
Collaborate with the Camper Support Director as needed
Develop camp-wide events and traditions with the Head Counselor
Assist with urgent situations, special projects, and on-the-ground needs
Fill in for staff to provide time off or during emergencies
Assist with medication administration, parent-facing blog posts, and parent phone calls as needed
Participate actively in camp life, including meals and activities
Serve on-call during specified hours while campers are present
For the planning appointment: participate in counselor recruitment, interviews, and hiring
Develop or refine pre-camp counselor training
Coordinate activity planning and finalize camp schedules
Review safety, health, and emergency procedures
Participate in the camp leadership retreat if possible

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mathematics, education, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Experience leading or working in residential programs, preferably math or STEM camps
Strong organizational and logistical management skills
Ability to balance multiple priorities and respond calmly under pressure
Track record of resilience when managing unanticipated setbacks
Ability to lead, mentor, and inspire staff while fostering a positive, inclusive culture
Experience working with middle school students, particularly those with advanced academic abilities
Excellent judgment and communication skills
Previous experience with summer math camps, math circles, or other math enrichment programs is preferred
Commitment to creating a safe, joyful, and equitable environment
Ownership mindset and readiness to step in wherever needed
Collaborative spirit and enthusiasm for a rapidly scaling mission-driven organization
Comfort working in a scrappy early-stage start-up environment
Growth mindset and willingness to seek feedback
Energy, presence, and excitement about living and working on-site for several weeks
Ability to maintain energy and wellbeing under pressure
Must be authorized to work in the US

Benefits

Comp & perks

Room, board, and travel for the approximately five-week on-site Camp Director appointment
Children/dependents of camp staff receive a 20% discount on tuition to any NMC camp
401(k) plan, including a 4% company match