Day Camp Program Support

The Discovery School Day Camp is a special place for children to have fun, grow new friendships, discover nature, and have the freedom to be themselves! We strive to inspire a culture of kindness, curiosity, and connection to one another as well as the world around us. Our Discovery kids spend their days exploring our 7 acre nature campus - climbing in our nature playground, building forts in the woods, relaxing by the pond, creating art, playing group games, working in the garden, and having water fun!

Position: Program Support

Reports to: Camp Director

Time Commitment:

Half Day position: M-F 8:00am - 12:00pm (20 hrs/week) 6/1/26 - 7/31/26

Full Day position: M-F 8:00 am - 4:00pm (40 hrs/week) 6/1/26 - 7/31/26

Compensation: $15/hr

PRIMARY PURPOSE: The Program Support staff member ensures the smooth daily operation of camp

logistics, with a focus primarily on food service, activity setup, and operational support. You will interact

with campers and families during Before Care, assist with camp-wide activities, and help maintain a safe,

clean, and organized environment. This role is essential to keeping the day running efficiently and

providing campers with a positive, safe, and fun experience.

Core Responsibilities & Expectations

Professionalism & Collaboration

• Arrive well-rested, on time, and maintain consistent attendance for all 8 weeks of camp.
• Communicate necessary absences with as much advanced notice as possible.
• Build positive, professional relationships with colleagues.
• Uphold The Discovery School Day Camp philosophy and policies.
• Show initiative in problem-solving and be open to new ideas.
• Organize tasks effectively, prioritize, and complete work within set timelines.
• Model conflict resolution by communicating directly with individuals involved and collaborating to
• develop solutions.

Health, Safety & Camper Well-Being

• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized food preparation area.
• Report incidents or safety concerns to the Camp Director promptly.
• Follow The Discovery School Health and Safety guidelines as they relate to personal safety.
• Follow Department of Health and Safety guidelines for all food preparation tasks.
• Familiarize yourself with weekly camper allergy information, lunch choices, and any special dietary
• needs.
• Remain calm and follow the Emergency Plan in the event of an emergency.
• Operational Responsibilities

Morning / Pre‐Camp & Before Care Duties

• Welcome and check in families and campers during Before Care
• Monitor safety and engage with campers during Before Care (free play, early arrivals).
• Help set up equipment or materials for camp‐wide activities.

Food & Meal Logistics

• Receive daily deliveries of snacks and lunch supplies.
• Prepare snacks and pack lunches for camper groups. This includes assembling up to ~100+ cold lunches when camp is at full capacity.
• Distribute snacks and lunches to camper groups each day.
• Set up and maintain a safe, organized food prep and service area.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen and prep areas after use; restock and organize supplies, inventory food and supplies.
• At the end of the shift, prep for next day’s morning meals/snacks (check inventory, restock, clean surfaces, sweep/mop, set out needed items).

Afternoon / Activity Support (if on full-time schedule)

• Assist with break‐down of afternoon activities.
• Reloading afternoon daily special treats.
• Grocery pick up from Aldi, Walmart, Sam’s Club
• Unload supplies ensuring they’re sorted, stored, and ready for upcoming meals and snacks.
• When time allows, assisting with transitions, helping with clean‐up, or other operational duties that support a smooth day camp flow.

Qualifications & Requirements

● Experience in food preparation is preferred.

● Good physical condition and endurance for standing, lifting, and moving supplies.

● Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle for weekly grocery pickup.

● Ability to maintain focus and organization during fast-paced activities.

● Obtain all necessary clearances

● PA Criminal Background Check *

● PA Child Abuse Check *

● FBI Criminal Background Check *

● NSOR

* Clearances must be valid through August 1, 2026

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:

The Discovery School is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining,

developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, gender, color,

religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran

status, or any other characteristic prohibited by state or local law. We are dedicated to providing a work

environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and

dignity