Open from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, with pre and post-camp care options, the Springfield Jewish Community Center (JCC) Day Camp offers premium summer programs infused with Jewish learning and values from Kindergarten through high school.  Located on the Longmeadow/Springfield, MA line, the Springfield JCC Day Camp is easily accessible for CT and MA residents. Our secure camp is located on 20 acres of beautiful grounds with basketball courts, a playground, athletic fields, private woods, a high and low ropes course, a zip line, a picnic grove, a pavilion, and more. Additionally, its air-conditioned indoor facility boasts a fitness center, an auditorium with a performance stage, an arts and crafts studio, classrooms, flexible play spaces, and best of all: an indoor 6 lane, 25-yard swimming pool!

With the encouragement and guidance of our highly-skilled staff, campers of all abilities and faiths participate in programs and activities designed to foster safe fun, growth, creativity, Jewish values/traditions, and lasting friendships. Instruction from our arts and crafts, archery/nature, ropes course, Judaic, and sports specialists will help campers discover their hidden talents. Whether making new friends or developing new skills, Springfield JCC Day "Camp-ers" will experience their best summer ever!

Camp Staff Orientation is: June 17th 4-8pm, June 18th 4-8pm & June 20th 3-5:30pm

Camp Runs June 23^rd through August 15th

Assistant Camp Director

Pre-Camp:

• During the period leading up to camp the responsibilities of the Assistant Director will be 8-10 hours per week, including but not limited to the following:

• Screening and interviewing potential camp staff
• Aiding in the planning of camp and camp activities as seen fit by the Camp and Youth Director
• Scheduling each group and working on a master schedule 
• Preparing attendance  
• Helping craft, schedule and lead orientation for staff members
• Promotion of camp 

During Camp:

• During the summer the Assistant Director will become a full-time employee (40 hours per week) with additional hours available depending on the needs of the camp

• Helping with the day-to-day running of the camp
• Help counselors deal with camper behavioral issues
• Ensure that campers’ needs are being met
• Calling and communicating with families 
• Aiding in the planning and implementation of camp and camp activities as seen fit by the Camp Director 

Requirements:

• At least 21 years old
• MA CORI/SORI/EEC background clearance
• Must be able to commit to all 8 weeks of camp in addition to at least 2 weeks pre-camp (including orientation)

• First Aid/CPR Certification (will be provided)
• 2+ years summer camp experience in a leadership role