The St. James-posted 4 days ago
Part-time
Springfield, VA

The Educational Camp Lead is responsible for designing, delivering, and overseeing high-quality educational programming, including STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Math), creative learning activities, problem-solving challenges, and hands-on projects aligned with preset weekly themes. This role blends curriculum development, classroom-style instruction, and youth leadership, ensuring an engaging and supportive learning environment for campers ages 6–12. The Educational Camp Lead supports counselors, manages materials, and ensures daily lessons are safe, age-appropriate, and delivered with clarity and enthusiasm.

  • Develop weekly educational lesson plans and activity guides based on preset themes
  • Deliver energetic, hands-on instruction across STEAM, creative design, and general educational activities
  • Train and support counselors to help them facilitate projects effectively
  • Oversee daily program flow, classroom setups, rotations, and behavioral expectations
  • Manage materials, technology, and equipment needed for STEAM and academic projects
  • Modify curriculum as needed to support different age groups or skill levels
  • Lead demonstrations, group challenges, and end-of-week presentations
  • Encourage curiosity, creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving
  • Maintain a structured, positive learning environment with clear expectations
  • Communicate with Camp Leads and Office Admin about scheduling, camper needs, and program updates
  • Experience teaching or leading educational or STEAM-based programs
  • Strong background in youth education, curriculum development, science/engineering activities, or maker-style learning
  • Ability to confidently instruct groups of various ages (6–12)
  • Strong organizational skills and comfort managing materials and hands-on projects
  • Creative problem solver with a passion for learning
  • Prior classroom, camp, or enrichment program leadership preferred
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