EHP/Transportaton
Extended Hours Program (EHP) Administrator
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EHP/Transportaton
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Congressional School
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Administrator
Extended Hours Program (EHP) Administrator
About Congressional School & Congressional Camp
Congressional School is a historic, pioneering co-educational institution serving over 400 students and 2,000 summer campers annually across our 40-acre campus. Known for doing what works best for children at every stage of development, Congressional fosters a vibrant, supportive community guided by our core values: integrity, kindness, perseverance, respect, and responsibility.
Position Overview
The Extended Hours Program (EHP) Administrator provides seasonal leadership, oversight, and operational management for Congressional Camp’s Before and After Care programs. Serving campers across a wide range of age groups outside of core camp hours, the EHP Administrator creates a safe, engaging, structured, and welcoming environment for campers while serving as a primary point of contact for parents. This role manages EHP counselors and staff, oversees daily attendance and pickup/drop-off procedures, coordinates age-appropriate activities, and ensures seamless alignment with daytime camp leadership and school policies.
Core Responsibilities
Program Leadership & Staff Supervision
- Supervise, mentor, and support EHP staff during morning (AM) and evening (PM) care shifts.
- Assign staff to specific age groups, activity stations, and supervisory zones to maintain safe counselor-to-camper ratios at all times.
- Lead daily staff briefings, model active engagement with campers, and enforce high standards of care, enthusiasm, and professionalism.
Operations, Attendance & Parent Relations
- Oversee secure check-in (AM) and sign-out (PM) procedures, maintaining accurate digital and physical attendance rosters.
- Greet parents and guardians professionally, addressing questions, program updates, or child care concerns with warm and clear communication.
- Manage late-pickup procedures, emergency contact protocols, and parent notifications as needed.
- Serve as the liaison between the Extended Hours Program and core Camp Directors to ensure smooth transitions between camp hours and extended care.
Camper Safety, Behavior & Programming
- Design and facilitate a flexible schedule of age-appropriate activities, including free play, crafts, quiet areas, games, and outdoor recreation.
- Ensure camper safety, medical form compliance, and allergy awareness in coordination with the Camp Health Center.
- Manage camper behavior using positive reinforcement, supportive guidance, and clear expectations, escalating significant issues to Camp Leadership when appropriate.
- Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked activity spaces throughout morning and afternoon sessions
Qualifications & Requirements
Education & Experience
- Leadership Experience: Minimum 2–3 years of experience in an administrative, supervisory, or lead coordinator role within a school, summer camp, extended day program, or childcare environment.
- Childcare Background: Strong track record working directly with elementary and middle school-aged children.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Education, Child Development, Recreation Management, or a related field (preferred).
Certifications & Skills Required
- CPR/AED & First Aid Certification (Required prior to camp start date).
- Strong organizational, time-management, and multi-tasking skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills with both adults (parents/staff) and children.
- Calm decision-making ability under pressure and strong problem-solving skills.
Schedule & Shift Requirements
- Split-Shift Availability: Ability to work early morning hours (AM Care) and late afternoon/evening hours (PM Care) Monday through Friday.
- Full seasonal commitment for the duration of the summer camp season
