Are you looking for a stimulating summer work opportunity - one that will allow you to be part of a growing program, work with talented educators, and enjoy a beautiful campus rich in history and technology?  If so, Lakeside School's Summer School program is for you!

Our summer program is currently recruiting for a Middle School Investigative Learning Camp Director for summer 2019.   The Investigative Learning Camp (ILC) offers students entering grades 5-8 the opportunity to take classes covering STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) -based topics and to engage in fun afternoon activities. All classes and activities encourage creative play and hands-on learning. The ILC Director works from July 8 – August 2. The ILC Director is also involved in planning and facilitating two orientation days: Tuesday, July 2 (counselors) and Wednesday, July 3 (faculty). 

Click here to learn more about the Lakeside School Summer Program and to see full class descriptions of courses offered during the summer of 2019. 

Responsibilities
This position reports to the Summer School Programs director and is responsible for the oversight of the four-week program.  Below is an outline of position responsibilities:

1. Supervise all camp activities and provide support to teachers, campers, and families.
2. Observe and evaluate teachers in the classroom; provide a written report for each teacher.
3. Supervise the group of high-school aged counselors and help them plan and execute various activities, including activities during community times.
4. Manage the day-to-day organization of the camp, including check-in and check-out procedures, camper attendance, lunch supervision, and planned activities.
5. Communicate with campers and families regularly, through email, in person, and during community times; compose and send a weekly camp newsletter to parents and guardians.
6. Work closely with the Summer School Programs director to create a positive, engaging environment.
7. Address all issues that arise and collaborate with the Summer School Program director on how to react those issues.
8. Develop and run the orientation meetings for teachers, counselors, and activity coordinators.
9. Other duties as assigned by the Summer School Programs director.
   
   

Compensation
The stipend for this position is $6,500.  Lunch is included. The course will only run if enough students register. Enrollment will remain open until June 1. If the number of students enrolled is too small on June 1, the course will not run, and, therefore, the stipend will not be paid.  For questions regarding this position contact Kat Yorks, Director of Summer School Programs. PLEASE DO NOT SEND APPLICATION MATERIALS TO KAT YORKS's EMAIL.