The Art Director quit today. She was the one who's crazy mother has been calling and who's had a terrible attitude for weeks. I told her I was disappointed in her, but, if I'm being honest, I'm glad she's gone. She yelled at kids and she was CONSTANTLY chatting with counselors when she should have been with kids.
She was in charge of art, but has said, at least 10 times, "I don't really like arts and crafts that much." Last year, there were 5 Program Staff. Program Staff didn't have to stay in cabins with kids and they had a lot of freedom. She very much wanted to be a Program Staff. Unfortunately, before I even started here, the Boss decided to eliminate Program Staff positions, and then there were budget cuts and we lost several counselors, so we have been short staffed all summer. So she came into the summer thinking her position was going to be like the staff last year, and that just wasn't the case this year.
Over and over, I repeat to the staff, "we're here for the kids." We do whatever we have to do for the good of the kids. I don't think she was here for the kids. So I'm glad she's gone.
I asked the staff if anyone was interested in the Art Director position. One of my favorite staff, C, who loves art and kids and camp, and who I was going to appoint to the position anyway, came to me right away and asked if she could apply. Hired. Problem solved.
I learned later, from another staff, that C had wanted the job last year, but J had also wanted it. If this is any indication of the Boss's hiring system, he hired the girl who was less qualified, but made the biggest fuss. Ugh, I am annoyed at him everyday, but I'm dealing with it.
It is a very small group this week and the entire camp is calmer and more chill. Negativity gone, and I'm feeling wonderful today!
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everything works out - somehow, someway. i also am a fan of C. she'll be great! glad you're having a better week so far! lyyk
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