WS Summer Camp Coordinator Campus Degerloch
- International School Stuttgart e.V.
- Work experience
- Published: 2026-03-03
The International School of Stuttgart e.V. is a non-profit Kindergarten through 12th grade, NEASC accredited, IB World School offering an international curriculum to a student body of about 880 from over 40 nations. Among its strengths are its student-centred and holistic approach to learning and its commitment to professional development and emphasis on student pastoral care.
WS Summer Camp Coordinator (ALL GENDER)
Starting as soon as possible. Employment period: April – 20. September 2026
Part-time: 10 hours/week until June 30-2026(2 days of operation-flexible)
Full-time: 40 hours/week July 1 – August 31-2026, on site Campus
Requirements: Fluency in English and German preferred, Work in a child-friendly environment with empathy and sensitivity
Work location: International School of Stuttgart, 70597 Stuttgart / Campus Degerloch
We're looking for a Summer Camp Coordinator for our Degerloch campus to oversee our annual English-language immersion summer camp for children aged 4–12. The Coordinator will be responsible for planning, running, and evaluating the 2026 program, managing everything from getting ready before camp starts to wrapping things up at the end of the season. Their main goal is to create a safe, fun, and educational atmosphere for every child.
This role involves supervising a team of up to seven full-time staff and serving around 60–70 kids each day. The camp also features an on-site daily lunch service.
Responsibilities
- Oversee every element of summer camp preparation, such as developing programs, managing logistics, organising staff, handling budgets, and maintaining communication with parents; work in partnership with the Finance Manager to manage budgeting and invoicing.
- Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise camp staff in partnership with HR; foster a positive, team-oriented atmosphere.
- Develop and maintain daily/weekly schedules, including lunch service coordination with the Kitchen Chef to ensure nutritious, timely meals for campers and staff.
- Oversee site and facility readiness, including room setup, cleaning, and ongoing maintenance in collaboration with the Facilities Manager to keep spaces safe and in good order.
- Act as the main contact for staff, parents, and external partners, and develop marketing content for all external communications, promotions, and updates related to enrollment.
- Ensure compliance with school, health, and safety protocols; oversee emergency procedures, risk assessment, and child safeguarding.
Qualifications
- Valid German work permit (or eligibility to obtain one)
- Health insurance coverage
- Proven experience in education, youth program management, or similar leadership roles
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills in English (German advantageous)
- Experience supervising staff and managing operations in high-energy environments
- CPR & First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain training before camp)
- Knowledge of regulations and best practices regarding safeguarding and child protection
- Flexibility and enthusiasm for working in a multicultural, dynamic team
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience coordinating summer camps or experiential programs
- Budget management and cross-departmental coordination skills
- Knowledge of school MIS software, particularly Veracross
- Second language, ideally German
- Experience in diverse, international settings
Benefits
- Free parking and good public transport connections (subsidized job ticket)
- Access to our school bistro with freshly prepared meals every day – for a convenient and delicious lunch break right on site
Additional Information
- Please send us a detailed application with written-references reflecting your professional career. This is because of our strict safeguarding-strategy and child protection policy
- Applications, in English please, should be submitted via our job portal
Required documents include:
- CV
- Proof of availability (April – September 2026)
- Proof of measles immunization
- Proof of valid First Aid certification (no older than two years)
- Police check ("Erweitertes polizeiliches Führungszeugnis")
- Work permit (if applicable)
If you are an energetic, organized, and child-centered professional excited to lead a vibrant summer program, we encourage you to apply through our job portal.
- Applications will be handled with discretion
