University of California, Berkeley
Associate Director of Elementary Camps and Family Learning (4168U), Lawrence Hal
University of California, Berkeley, Berkeley, California, United States, 94709
Associate Director of Elementary Camps and Family Learning (4168U), Lawrence Hall of Science - #81939
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Associate Director of Elementary Camps and Family Learning (4168U), Lawrence Hall of Science - #81939
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University of California, Berkeley .
About Berkeley At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging makes it a special place for students, faculty and staff.
Position Summary The Associate Director of Family Learning and Elementary Programs leads the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of dynamic learning experiences for children in grades K–5 and their families. This role ensures that seasonal camps and year‑round family programming are inclusive, joyful, and rooted in research‑based practices that center curiosity, community, and equity.
Responsibilities
Manages day‑to‑day elementary camp operations, coordinating staff schedules, teaching spaces, setup, cleanup, and safety protocols.
Coordinates transportation logistics, planning bus schedules, liaising with providers, and communicating with families and staff.
Tracks registration and enrollment data, monitoring attendance patterns for demand forecasting.
Adjusts staffing levels, student group assignments, and facility usage to maintain staff‑to‑student ratio compliance and optimize program delivery.
Collaborates with program leaders to manage waitlists and accommodate last‑minute changes.
Collaborates with the Director of Business Strategy and Marketing to develop and implement targeted outreach campaigns.
Supports efforts to increase program visibility, drive registrations, and achieve revenue goals through strategic communications and community engagement.
Maintains comprehensive documentation of all operational procedures, registration processes, safety protocols, and compliance requirements.
Recruits, screens, and selects qualified course and program instructors to meet program needs and standards.
Conducts comprehensive orientation and training to ensure instructors deliver curriculum effectively.
Provides ongoing supervision through regular performance evaluations, feedback sessions, and professional development opportunities.
Participates in the long‑range strategic planning and development of public educational programs, contributing insights and recommendations.
Identifies, recruits, and evaluates prospective program partnerships to expand educational offerings and strengthen community engagement.
Required Qualifications
Demonstrated ability to design, revise, and implement developmentally appropriate STEM learning experiences for children and families, aligned with research‑based practices and community interests.
Proven experience recruiting, training, and supervising a diverse team of educators, interns, and volunteers, with a focus on inclusive practices, performance feedback, and professional development.
Strong organizational and project management skills to lead scheduling, staffing plans, and long‑term strategy for seasonal and annual programming.
Ability to collect, analyze, and apply participant data and evaluation findings to improve program quality, measure impact, and communicate results internally and externally.
Thorough understanding of how to achieve program goals in coordination with other departments—such as Marketing, Business Strategy, Visitor Experience, and Operations—while adhering to university policies and compliance requirements.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to clearly present ideas, lead meetings, and connect with audiences ranging from UC staff to public visitors and community partners.
Experience working with marketing or outreach teams to develop enrollment strategies, track sales goals, and align program offerings with audience needs and institutional revenue targets.
Ability to create and manage program budgets, forecast revenue, monitor expenditures, and reconcile costs in alignment with financial sustainability and strategic priorities.
Skill in using business software systems in the completion of work assignments; i.e., Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint.
Continuing education in a related field required, including early childhood education, family learning, child development, STEM education or informal education or equivalent experience.
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
Salary & Benefits For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.
Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. The budgeted annual salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $93,000.00 - $95,000.00.
This is a 1‑year, full‑time (40 hours/week), contract appointment that is eligible for UC benefits with the possibility of extension.
This is an exempt monthly‑paid position.
How To Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
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Associate Director of Elementary Camps and Family Learning (4168U), Lawrence Hall of Science - #81939
role at
University of California, Berkeley .
About Berkeley At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging makes it a special place for students, faculty and staff.
Position Summary The Associate Director of Family Learning and Elementary Programs leads the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of dynamic learning experiences for children in grades K–5 and their families. This role ensures that seasonal camps and year‑round family programming are inclusive, joyful, and rooted in research‑based practices that center curiosity, community, and equity.
Responsibilities
Manages day‑to‑day elementary camp operations, coordinating staff schedules, teaching spaces, setup, cleanup, and safety protocols.
Coordinates transportation logistics, planning bus schedules, liaising with providers, and communicating with families and staff.
Tracks registration and enrollment data, monitoring attendance patterns for demand forecasting.
Adjusts staffing levels, student group assignments, and facility usage to maintain staff‑to‑student ratio compliance and optimize program delivery.
Collaborates with program leaders to manage waitlists and accommodate last‑minute changes.
Collaborates with the Director of Business Strategy and Marketing to develop and implement targeted outreach campaigns.
Supports efforts to increase program visibility, drive registrations, and achieve revenue goals through strategic communications and community engagement.
Maintains comprehensive documentation of all operational procedures, registration processes, safety protocols, and compliance requirements.
Recruits, screens, and selects qualified course and program instructors to meet program needs and standards.
Conducts comprehensive orientation and training to ensure instructors deliver curriculum effectively.
Provides ongoing supervision through regular performance evaluations, feedback sessions, and professional development opportunities.
Participates in the long‑range strategic planning and development of public educational programs, contributing insights and recommendations.
Identifies, recruits, and evaluates prospective program partnerships to expand educational offerings and strengthen community engagement.
Required Qualifications
Demonstrated ability to design, revise, and implement developmentally appropriate STEM learning experiences for children and families, aligned with research‑based practices and community interests.
Proven experience recruiting, training, and supervising a diverse team of educators, interns, and volunteers, with a focus on inclusive practices, performance feedback, and professional development.
Strong organizational and project management skills to lead scheduling, staffing plans, and long‑term strategy for seasonal and annual programming.
Ability to collect, analyze, and apply participant data and evaluation findings to improve program quality, measure impact, and communicate results internally and externally.
Thorough understanding of how to achieve program goals in coordination with other departments—such as Marketing, Business Strategy, Visitor Experience, and Operations—while adhering to university policies and compliance requirements.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to clearly present ideas, lead meetings, and connect with audiences ranging from UC staff to public visitors and community partners.
Experience working with marketing or outreach teams to develop enrollment strategies, track sales goals, and align program offerings with audience needs and institutional revenue targets.
Ability to create and manage program budgets, forecast revenue, monitor expenditures, and reconcile costs in alignment with financial sustainability and strategic priorities.
Skill in using business software systems in the completion of work assignments; i.e., Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint.
Continuing education in a related field required, including early childhood education, family learning, child development, STEM education or informal education or equivalent experience.
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
Salary & Benefits For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.
Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. The budgeted annual salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $93,000.00 - $95,000.00.
This is a 1‑year, full‑time (40 hours/week), contract appointment that is eligible for UC benefits with the possibility of extension.
This is an exempt monthly‑paid position.
How To Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
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