Afterschool and Farm Day Camp Assistant Director

This position will serve as both the North Wind Farm Day Camp Assistant Director and North Wind After School’s Site Supervisor for Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of St. Lawrence County. The North Wind programs are located at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Learning Farm in Canton, New York. The Assistant Director will work closely with the North Wind Program Director and staff to ensure safe physical health conditions for all campers and staff and to manage safety and cleanliness standards of the Farm Day Camp. This position will serve as a key staff member and Day Camp Instructor, providing direct management of counselors and campers, and provides additional support in high-risk areas of camp. The North Wind Day Camp Assistant Director will oversee the camp in the absence of the Program Director and will alternate opening or closing camp with the Program Director. 

All applicants must apply online HERE

**All applicants must apply online by close of day on July 10, 2026 to be considered for this position. All applicants must submit a complete application online, which includes: cover letter, resume and three (3) references

POSITION DETAILS:

This position is a full-time, non-exempt position, 40 hours per week. This position, based on eligibility, offers a comprehensive benefit package, to include: health and dental insurance, NYS retirement, vacation, sick and personal leave.

POSITION INFORMATION:

Required Qualifications:

• NYS Department of Health requires a person in this role to be a minimum of 21 years of age.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education (Associate’s Degree and two (2) years transferable/functional experience) in childcare, education, etc.
• Experience relevant to the role of the position.
• At least one (1) year of leadership experience in a program setting.
• Must have current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid certifications acceptable to the New York State Department of Health as a Camp Health Designee or the ability to obtain.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License and the ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
• Ability to meet acceptable background check standards (DMV and criminal background checks).
• Ability to meet all School Age Child Care (SACC) and Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) licensing requirements (i.e. Tuberculosis Test, physical exam, training requirements).
• Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.
• Must be able to meet the travel requirements of the position.
• Must have efficient computer skills.
• Desire to work in a camp environment that facilitates experiences with farm animals.
• Ability to operate required technology including radios, phone, and computer software used for registrations, attendance, parental communication, and record keeping.
• Ability to successfully complete the Farm Day Camp staff training.

For full position details please see application link above.

Last updated June 9, 2026