Camp Extended Care Director – Explore Camp

Cranbrook Institute of Science’s on-site Explore Camps give inquisitive campers the support they need to learn through doing. Campers work together to tackle activities, experiments, and investigations as they explore popular science topics in a unique and safe environment. For more information, please visit our website at 2026 Explore Camps! | Cranbrook Institute of Science 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

This position works with campers attending before or after care, manages lunch with campers, and assists directors with camp materials and logistics.

Qualifications Required:  

• Must be at least 18 years old. 

• A Bachelor’s or Associates degree in Education or a related field is preferred. 

• 2+ years demonstrated experience engaging and managing youth in group activities such as camp, scouts, formal classroom settings, or after school programs.   

• Ability to effectively relate to campers, staff, and parents. 

Preferred: At least 3 years’ experience working with children in a camp/group setting. 

Timeframe: Training begins in May; day camp sessions run Monday - Friday starting July 6th - July 31st with the possible opportunity to extend employment through August and beyond. Typically, an 8-hour day between the hours of 10:30am - 6:30pm.  Must be able to work the entire length of camp.  

Wage: $21.75/hour  

Benefits:  

• Paid training 

• Camp/staff t-shirts (and unlimited sunscreen, water, and bug spray) 

• Daily lunch provided (weeks of 7/6-7/31)   

• Discounts for children/grandchildren  

• Resumé builder  

For consideration, please submit a resume.