School Break Day Camp Site Leader Ages 3–12 (Manhattan & Brooklyn)

NORY
New York, NY
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Geared toward educational leaders comfortable with coaching and managing STEM educators, with a focus on flexible work arrangements in New York.

Best fit for

  • Educational professionals with a background in team coaching and STEM program delivery
    — “You have experience managing and coaching a team of 4+ teachers”
  • Candidates who value a collaborative, values-driven team culture and prioritize empathy in leadership
    — “fostering a loving and caring team environment that deeply values empathy and compassion”
  • Individuals with a history of creating positive, engaging experiences for young children in educational settings
    — “You have more than 4 years of experience teaching children ages 3 to 13”

Things to consider

  • The role involves managing both staff and campers, requiring strong multitasking and interpersonal skills
    — “inspire and support our educators, show love and care to our campers”
  • The position is temporary and may require availability on select school break dates
    — “Our School Break Day Camps take place on select days and school breaks”

How to stand out

  • Emphasize your ability to build strong, nurturing relationships with families and children
    — “You have a track record of building strong relationships with families”
  • Showcase your willingness to learn and adapt to new STEM topics and technologies
    — “demonstrate a growth mindset and a willingness to learn and adopt new technology”
  • Demonstrate your understanding of and alignment with NORY’s core values in your application materials
    — “If these values speak to you, see how you align with our complete 'Ways of Being'”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • inspired and supported educators
  • nurtured and supported campers and families
  • managed resources efficiently
  • kept accurate administrative records
Typical background
4+ years of experience teaching children ages 3 to 13leadership experience

Skills & requirements

Required

STEM EducationTeam ManagementCoachingTrainingResource ManagementAdministrative Oversight

Preferred

RoboticsCodingWoodworkingProfessional DevelopmentLeadership

Stack & domain

STEM EducationRoboticsCodingWoodworkingTeachingCoachingResource ManagementAdministrative OversightLeadershipMentoringCommunicationTeamworkProblem-solvingEducationSTEMCamp Management

About the role

Original posting from NORY via Ashby

ABOUT NORY

Join NORY, the premier STEM camp provider in NYC and Boston, where we shape the future leaders, innovators, and problem solvers. With over 4,000 campers annually across 10+ locations, our camps offer a magical and transformative experience akin to the Disney World of STEM education. Discover more about our mission and vibrant camp atmosphere:

  • Instagram: bit.ly/noryi http://bit.ly/noryi
  • LinkedIn: bit.ly/norylink http://bit.ly/norylink
  • Summer Camp Video: bit.ly/noryvideo1 http://bit.ly/noryvideo1

WE'RE SEEKING A ROCKSTAR SCHOOL BREAK DAY CAMP SITE LEADER

Are you ready to lead a campsite to success? As we prepare for our upcoming School Break Day Camps, we’re looking for passionate and experienced Site Leaders to join our NYC team and share their availability for upcoming camp dates.

In this role, you will inspire and support our educators, ensuring they have a happy and rewarding experience at our School Break Day Camps. You will show love and care to our campers, deliver the highest level of customer support to parents, and guide our staff to shine.

Our School Break Day Camps take place on select days and school breaks when schools are closed throughout the year, making this a great opportunity for experienced educational leaders looking for flexible leadership opportunities that fit their availability.

WHY WORKING AS A SCHOOL BREAK DAY CAMP SITE LEADER ROCKS

  • Professional Development in Leadership: Enhance your leadership abilities and build a strong track record for your resume. Our role is designed to prepare you for future leadership positions.
  • Training in Diverse STEM Topics: Develop your skills in a variety of STEM areas, including robotics, coding, and woodworking. No prior STEM experience? No worries. We offer comprehensive training that can be transferable to your future educational career.
  • Build Lasting Professional Relationships: Join a community of dedicated, excellence driven colleagues.
  • Pathway to Continued Opportunities: Access a development pipeline that supports sustainable professional growth and provides additional opportunities to stay involved with NORY throughout the year.

SCHOOL BREAK DAY CAMP SITE LEADER RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Teach and Inspire: Lead your assigned group of campers with engaging activities that bring NORY’s core values to life, inspiring curiosity and enthusiasm.
  • Coach and Train Educators: Mentor and develop our teaching staff, ensuring they grasp the purpose behind each activity and properly implement protocols to create a fun and safe camp environment.
  • Nurture and Support Campers and Their Families: Build nurturing and supportive relationships with NORY campers and their families to enhance the camp experience for everyone involved.
  • Resource Management: Efficiently oversee and manage essential resources necessary for the success of our NORY camps, including materials, facilities, and daily schedules.
  • Administrative Oversight: Keep accurate and up to date administrative records for all aspects of camp, ensuring smooth operations and compliance.

SCHOOL BREAK DAY CAMP SITE LEADER QUALIFICATIONS

  • You have experience managing and coaching a team of 4+ teachers and fostering a positive team environment.
  • You have a track record of building strong relationships with families in a camp or educational setting.
  • You have more than 4 years of experience, preferred, teaching children ages 3 to 13 in any subject or discipline, preferably with a focus on STEM.
  • You demonstrate a growth mindset and a willingness to learn and adopt new technology and skills.

SCHOOL BREAK DAY CAMP SITE LEADER COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

  • Schedule: 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM
  • Compensation: $200 to $210/day
  • Additional $20/hour for extended care until 5:00 PM
  • Includes attendance at one lab camp session, ranging from 1 to 5 days.
  • Benefits: 401 (k) plan available to eligible employees.

BEYOND DAY CAMPS

At NORY, the opportunity to make an impact continues beyond our School Break Day Camps. We also offer opportunities through afterschool programs, birthday parties, and special events, giving you additional ways to stay involved with NORY, continue developing your leadership skills, and make an impact on our campers and community throughout the year.

TEAM CULTURE

We’re searching for Site Leaders who are not just skilled and experienced but also align deeply with our core values. At NORY, our "Ways of Being" guide everything we do:

  • We are purposeful in our actions, always asking "why" to cultivate inner motivation.
  • We are unifiers, fostering a loving and caring team environment that deeply values empathy and compassion.
  • We ask "how to make it work" before wondering "if it will be possible."
  • Our decisions are grounded in data and logic.
  • We actively seek feedback, embracing different perspectives and effective methods that contribute to our growth.
  • We avoid superficial solutions, opting instead to thoroughly analyze problems to create sustainable, scalable responses.

These aren’t just words. They’re the essence of our DNA. If these values speak to you, see how you align with our complete "Ways of Being" at www.nory.co/value http://www.nory.co/value.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please submit your resume and cover letter, detailing your passion for this position and your approach to leading a successful and joyful site. If you have a special reason for wanting to join our team, please send your application directly to Liza@nory.co.

NORY New York is a proud equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Source: NORY careers (Ashby)

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