Summer Camp Site Director (Manhattan, Ages 3-12)

NORY•United States, NY

9d•Onsite

About The Position

NORY, a leading STEM camp provider in NYC and Boston, is seeking a passionate Site Director to lead a campsite. The role involves inspiring and supporting educators, ensuring a positive experience for campers and parents, and guiding staff development. NORY aims to provide a magical STEM education experience, comparable to the 'Disney World of STEM'. The position offers professional development in leadership, training in diverse STEM topics (robotics, coding, woodworking), opportunities to build professional relationships within a community of educators, and a pathway to year-round employment.

Requirements

Experience managing and coaching a team of 4+ teachers and fostering a positive team environment.
A track record of building strong relationships with families in a camp or educational setting.
More than 5 years of experience teaching 3-12-year-old children in any subject or discipline, preferably with a focus on STEM.
Demonstrates a growth mindset and a willingness to learn and adopt new technology and skills.
Alignment with NORY's core values ('Ways of Being'): purposeful actions, unifiers, problem-solvers, data-driven decisions, seeking feedback, and avoiding superficial solutions.

Responsibilities

Coach and Train Counselors: Mentor and develop teaching staff, ensuring they understand activity purposes and implement protocols for a fun and safe camp environment.
Nurture and Support Campers and Their Families: Build nurturing and supportive relationships with campers and their families to enhance the camp experience.
Operations Management: Efficiently oversee and manage all aspects of camp operations, including materials, facilities, and daily schedules.
Administrative Oversight: Maintain accurate and up-to-date administrative records for smooth operations and compliance.
Teach a Class When Needed: Lead camp activities or classes to ensure a high-quality experience for campers.