Preschool Summer Teacher

Overview

Do you want to spend the summer guiding young students through indoor and outdoor group activities while creating joyful learning experiences? If so, consider joining the Camp Landmark team on our campus in Ridgefield. We are seeking engaging and enthusiastic teachers to lead programs that are fun, safe, and interactive for our preschool-aged campers.

The ideal candidate must have at least two years of experience caring for young children and demonstrate strong communication skills. We are looking for flexible, creative teachers who are nurturing and can jump in and work with autonomy.

• Assist and participate in all Camp Landmark programming, including water slide, playground, and classroom activities.
• Provide safety and well-being of all campers.
• Demonstrate clear communication, guidance, and instruction.
• Engage with each child and maintain a fun learning environment for campers to thrive.
• Communicate regularly with parents about the child’s experience in camp.
• Partner with other staff members to create a positive and joyful environment for campers.
• Collaborate with the Auxiliary Program Director to ensure programming aligns with Ridgefield Academy’s mission and program expectations.
• Abide by the policies and procedures of our summer program.
• Model positive, respectful, and age-appropriate behavior for both campers and fellow staff, serving as a role model in attitude, language, and actions at all times.

Position

Hours:

Monday – Friday, 8:45 AM–12:15 PM or 8:45 AM–2:15 PM

Position Dates: June 15–July 31, 2026

Summer Weeks: June 15–18, June 22–26, June 29–July 2, July 6–10, July 13–17, July 20–24, July 27–July 31

This position is seasonal and paid hourly at a competitive rate of $18–$25 per hour (based on experience).

If interested, please send your resume to Auxiliary Program Director Sara Abriola at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).

Ridgefield Academy/Landmark Preschool is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any employment practice on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, marital status, military status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local nondiscrimination laws.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.