“The staff was incredible! My son left that camp feeling so good about himself and with a giant boost in his self esteem/confidence. I can't thank you all enough.”
Staffing information for the 2020 season continues to be updated- Please check back for introductions to our new camp leadership. Applications for new camp staff members are available on-line.
About the Camp Director:
Alexandra Weyer graduated with a degree in Interdisciplinary Social Studies with concentrations in History and International Studies. Alexandra began working in early childhood education in 2013 serving as Pre-School Teacher, Lead Summer Camp Counselor and Before and After-Care Instructor. Alexandra started the summer camp program at Imagine Museum in St. Petersburg, FL as well as serving as Education Coordinator. Alexandra is relocating from St. Petersburg, FL with her husband and two cats. Alexandra is excited to be joining the DCH Camp Community and looks forward to meeting all the families and campers very soon.
About the Assistant Camp Director:
Joe McDonagh graduated from Bridgewater State University as a history major and is looking to finish his masters in Secondary Education. While at Bridgewater, Joe played for the hockey and golf team. A graduate of Dedham High School, Joe began at DCH as an Assistant Counselor then was promoted to a Head Counselor position and will now our newest Assistant Director. Currently, in the school year, Joe works for a Union firm in Boston, but is looking to join a school system this upcoming fall and begin his career in education. In addition to his education goals, Joe also coaches with Dedham Youth Hockey
About the Teen Camp Director:
Coming soon!
About the Teen Camp Program Lead
Aex Reilly graduated from Boston University with a bachelor’s degree in English Education and a minor in Deaf studies. While at BU, she worked with diverse student populations in preparation for a career in education. Alex even completed her student teaching at an all-boys public school in London, England! Alex spends her days teaching 7th grade at Winthrop Middle School and her evenings reading teen fiction or crocheting something new! Alex grew up in Maryland but always heard great things about the DCH Summer Camp from her cousins who attended. She is thrilled to join the team and create some fun camp memories!
About the Aquatics Director:
Jessica Nelson graduated from Hobart and William Smith Colleges in May of 2017 with a BA in Psychology and received her certification in Teaching Childhood and Special Education. She began working at the DCH pool in 2012 as a lifeguard then progressed to a water safety instructor in 2014. Jessica was promoted to Aquatics Director in 2016.
About the DCH Program Director:
Jennifer Putnam joined DCH in December 2018 as Program Director overseeing DCH's seasonal programs and events, summer camp, and summer pool. Jennifer received her B.A. in Elementary Education with a minor in Special Education from Wheelock College in 2004. She has worked with several diverse nonprofit organizations in various youth development and program development roles with a large focus on health education, summer camps, and adult enrichment programming. Jennifer has a passion for working with families, youth of all ages, and adults in recreational settings including summer camp and year round programs. Originally from New York, Jennifer has lived in Massachusetts for two decades and currently resides in Dedham with her husband and three children.
Camp Staff Qualifications and Certifications:
All members of the Dedham Community House Summer Camp staff are run through the Massachusetts CORI and SORI systems prior to working at DCH. In addition all DCH Head Counselors and most Assistant Counselors and Activity Specialists are First Aid and CPR certified.
Camp Health Care Supervisor:
The DCH Summer Camp, as required by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, has a designated staff person serve as Health Care Supervisor. A member of the camp leadership fills this position as part of their job responsibilities. Beyond the on-site Health Care Supervisor, DCH works with a local doctor each summer who serves as the Camp Health Care Consultant.
2019 DCH Summer Camp Staff
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 Teen Camp Director |
Alex Reilly
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Isabella Conary |
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Alejandra Gonzalez |
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Maria McDonagh |
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Olivia Rose |
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Matthew Boyle |
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