Summer Camp STEM Specialist

Overview

Dwight Summer Camp 2026 – STEM Specialist (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics)

Are you ready to inspire, energize, and make a lasting impact this summer? Join the Dwight Summer Camp team, where for over a decade we’ve been creating unforgettable experiences for campers aged 4–12. Our facilities—including a six-lane pool, visual and performing arts studios, pickleball courts, gyms, design and science labs, and close proximity to Central Park—provide the backdrop for summer adventures.

The right candidate will cultivate an engaging, exploratory environment, lead a dynamic team of counselors, and guide campers in developing confidence and critical thinking through STEM activities.

We’re excited to welcome a dedicated STEM Specialist who believes in curiosity, hands-on experimentation, and creative problem-solving. If you’re driven to inspire, teach with heart, and positively impact children’s lives, we’d love for you to join us.

• Camp Duration:
  Monday–Friday, June 15 – August 7, 2026 (Closed Friday, June 19, for Juneteenth & Friday, July 3, for Independence Day)
• Hours:
  
  8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
• Location:
  
  94th Street Campus, 705 Columbus Avenue

• $20–$28/hour, commensurate with experience
• Lunch provided
• $150 bonus for completing required camp orientations & training
• Staff perk: children of staff working 7–8 weeks may attend camp for $50/week per child

• Lead creative lessons for groups of 15–25 campers ages 4–12, maintaining a safe, engaging, and supportive environment.
• Foster a positive, inclusive camp culture where all campers feel supported and respected.
• Support smooth transitions, reinforce behavior expectations, and respond calmly and effectively to conflicts or emergencies.

• Plan and lead multiple STEM activity sessions each day, aligned with weekly camp themes.
• Lead weekly indoor and outdoor programming utilizing camp facilities, including the indoor studio, courtyard, and Central Park.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for the Camp Director during emergencies, supporting camper and staff safety at all times.
• Support and help lead large-scale, camp-wide events for up to 250 campers, including themed days, guest performances, and special celebrations.
• Adapt and differentiate STEM activities for 3–5 camper divisions (ages 4–12), providing inclusive instruction that supports a range of abilities and skill levels while fostering creativity, problem-solving, critical thinking, and hands-on mastery of STEM concepts.

• Lead by example with professionalism, empathy, and enthusiasm.
• Support staff and campers’ personal, social, and emotional growth.
• Model strong community values during activities and throughout the day.
• Ensure group cohesiveness across 3–5 divisions.

• Attend weekly meetings with the Camp Director to review programming and plan operations.
• Collaborate with approximately 60 camp staff members to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Communicate professionally with campers, families, and staff, fostering strong relationships and clear expectations.

• Design and develop an 8-week STEM curriculum aligned with weekly camp themes, ensuring inclusive instruction.
• Provide a sample of the first two weeks of curriculum planning by Friday, May 29, for feedback from the Camp Director.
• Share examples of past projects, including photos or reflections, to highlight experience and approach.

• Document and report medical needs or concerns to the Health Director promptly.
• Maintain positive communication with parents and families to foster trust and engagement.
• Ensure teaching spaces are maintained by storing resources safely, conducting regular stocktakes, and preparing equipment that reflects weekly themes.

• Teaching, childcare, or classroom experience
• Experience working with children aged 4–12 from diverse backgrounds
• Prior summer camp experience
• Undergraduate studies related to childcare/education/leadership/subject area

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