Summer Enrichment Coordinator

About this Program

Welcome to WonderKids, an exciting program by the Rural Arts Collaborative designed to help children soar in creativity and emotional resilience! Our summer enrichment camp gives every child the summer camp experience of their dreams, filled with laughter, exploration, and imaginative activities using natural materials.  Campers are onsite from 8:30-3:00 each day, with staff working on both sides of that timeframe to prepare and clean up. WonderKids serves kids in grades K-6, Monday through Friday for 5 weeks in July and August. Camp training begins in June.

At WonderKids, kids get to be kids! Our warm and nurturing environment is staffed by caring adults who support emotional growth and foster collaboration among young campers. WonderKids has two main components—an afterschool program during the academic year and a vibrant Summer Enrichment Program in July and August. We would like to find qualified, enthusiastic employees who are seeking year-round employment to work for both Afterschool and Summer programs, and we also want to seize the opportunity to work with energetic, passionate people who are looking for summer employment. 

This position is part of a cohort of 12 interns working with organizations that support the Northeast Kingdom community.  Funded by the UVM Leahy Institute for Rural Partnerships, free housing for interns will be provided at Sterling College in Craftsbury, VT.  Interns will participate in a week-long community orientation, weekly intern cohort workshops for professional development, networking, and reflection, and a final sharing event. Questions about the cohort? Contact UVM Internship Coordinator kristen.andrews@uvm.edu

View our photo gallery of camp for more details: ruralartsvt.org/summer-camp-gallery

The Enrichment Coordinator works closely with the Enrichment Manager and the Summer Enrichment Experts to plan and prepare for all enrichment activities. The Enrichment Coordinator is the on-site point person responsible for all aspects of the enrichment program, and delegates tasks to the Experts, Counselors, and Jr. Counselors to ensure smooth operations. 

Responsibilities:

• Scheduling: Organize, plan, and assist the Regional Management Team in creating a comprehensive schedule of camp offerings for enrichment activities in June prior to the camp starting in July.
• Communication: Coordinate with Enrichment Experts to ensure their scheduling and accommodation needs are met.
• Oversight: Ensure that all enrichment activities run smoothly and manage the overall operation of summer camp enrichment activities.

Duties:

• Values Integration: Help Enrichment Experts incorporate WonderKids values and philosophy into their lesson plans and activities.
• Activity Development: Create enrichment activities to fill any gaps in the schedule.
• Leadership/Teaching: Lead and teach activities in cases of scheduling gaps or cancellations.
• Feedback Reception: Accept and implement feedback from the Executive Director and Regional Management Team to align lessons with the WonderKids philosophy, as well as feedback from Counselors and Jr. Counselors regarding lesson clarity.
• Meeting Participation: Attend coordination meetings and all training sessions for the camp staff.
• Supply Management: Identify necessary supplies and materials, research local vendors for competitive pricing, and place timely orders for preparation.
• Staff Training Support: Assist the Regional Management Team in planning and conducting staff training on enrichment activities, and be present during staff training week.
• Set Up Coordination: Work closely with Activity Experts to ensure their enrichment spaces are prepared and ready for instruction.
• Administrative Support: Conduct on-site administrative tasks during summer camp to prepare for the next day and ensure smooth delivery of enrichment experiences.
• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to feedback gathering and data collection for ongoing program enhancement.

While this role does not have direct reports, you are expected to provide guidance and support to Enrichment Experts, Coordinators, Counselors, and Junior Counselors. This includes training, empowering team members for success, and participating in disciplinary actions if necessary. 

Qualifications:

• Minimum of one year experience with administrative responsibilities
• A versatile background in diverse art subjects and the ability to understand the needs/techniques of various art mediums
• Five years working with elementary age children is a plus
• Good understanding of child development and age-appropriate subjects and activities is a plus
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Able to work independently and execute a vision, and able to follow instruction
• Strong ability to meet deadlines and predetermined arrival times
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to manage the multifaceted high energy environment
• Attention to detail
• Ability to manage paperwork and administrative duties
   

Estimated Hours Per Week: 

Summer enrichment: up to 40 hours per week, based on a five day week
 

Note that if the program is closed for any reason, e.g.  weather or other related incident, then those hours may not be made up.

Job Requirements:

• Lift program totes up to 30 lbs 
• Must be able to perform extensive standing and walking for 3 hours at a time
• Carry heavier loads up to 20 lbs longer distances (from a classroom or storage area to a car in the parking lot or out to the athletic fields)
• Must be able to set up pop up tents, folding tables, and move folding chairs and other outdoor classroom equipment 
• Must be able to bend, stoop, and reach materials 
• Must be able to play with children outdoors, hike, and remain physically active for 3 hours at a time in all weather conditions 

Employees working with children will comply with Orleans Southwest Supervisory Union background checks, complete the mandatory WonderKids training, and must sign a contract that describes job requirements. Employees must comply with Rural Arts Collaborative policies.