Summer Camp Site Director – Lead NYC Premier STEM Camp

Nory

. Lead a team of 6–12 counselors during morning programming .

Posted 10/7/2026part-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesSenior💰 $30 - $35 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership and team management skills while effectively engaging with families and ensuring a positive experience for children. Capable of maintaining operational organization and addressing parent concerns with professionalism.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Team LeadershipFamily EngagementChild Development ExperienceOperational OrganizationCoaching and Mentoring

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Hard Skills

Experience Working With ChildrenTeaching ExperienceCamp LeadershipIncident ReportingAttendance Management

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsFeedback ReceptionGrowth MindsetProblem-Solving Under Pressure

Certifications & Qualifications

Teaching LicenseSTEM Degree

Industry Keywords

Counselor DevelopmentFamily CommunicationMorning ProgrammingSafety Protocols

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead a team of 6–12 counselors during morning programming
Provide daily coaching, facilitate morning huddles, give feedback, and support counselor development
Serve as the primary family contact at drop-off
Welcome parents and address concerns
Communicate weekly about each child's experience
Oversee morning schedules, materials, facilities, safety protocols, attendance, and incident reporting
Step in to teach or cover counselor duties as needed
Lead a morning class when necessary
Provide written and verbal handover to the afternoon lead at 1:00 PM
Represent NORY to families
Shape the summer experience for campers and their families

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of experience working with children ages 3–12
Experience in teaching, camp leadership, or similar roles
Proven team leadership, including managing or mentoring at least four people
Strong family engagement skills
Ability to handle routine and challenging parent conversations
Operational steadiness and organization under pressure
Growth mindset and receptiveness to feedback
Willingness to learn new tools
Teaching license or STEM degree not required
Resume and brief cover note required
Availability between June 8 and September 4, 2026 should be provided

Benefits

Comp & perks

STEM training included
Mornings-only schedule, 7:30 AM–1:00 PM
Lunch provided daily
401(k) eligibility
Paid weekend training before camp begins
Potential year-round opportunities at NORY
Leadership development
Supportive community of 400+ NORY educators
Equal opportunity employer