School Break Day Camp Lead Teacher (Boston)

NORY, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Professional Development

Seasonal opportunities

Small class size safety

Networking with teachers

Additional income on off-school days

Job summary

NORY, Inc. is seeking a rock-star School Break Day Camp Lead Teacher for its holiday program in Brookline, Downtown Boston, Cambridge, and Waltham.

If you love working with children and can manage fast-paced activities, this role offers engaging travel through a vibrant educational startup culture. We train our teachers in all subjects of STEM and provide opportunities for seasonal advancement; typical work days run 7:45 AM to 5:30 PM during camp days, with compensation ranging from $164 to $174

Qualifications

• Preferred 2+ years of experience working with children ages 3-12.
• Love children; be empathetic and caring.
• Ability to turn any boring activities into exciting games.
• Funny storyteller and positive problem solver.
• Support strong classroom and behavioral management skills.
• Must be punctual and professional.
• No STEM background required; we provide thorough training.

Responsibilities

• Lead your class to achieve the camp's core goals: Safety, Fun and NORY Core Values.
• Lead STEM projects and daily activities.
• Celebrate campers' growth and learning from mistakes.
• Collaborate with a team of teachers from diverse backgrounds.

Skills

Experience with children

Empathetic and caring

Creative classroom games

Positive storytelling

Behavioral management

Job description

About NORY

At NORY, we design learning journeys where every child in NYC and Boston becomes a risk‑taking entrepreneur, inquisitive problem solver, and empathetic leader. As the largest STEM camp provider in NYC with 3000+ campers annually, we are the Disney World of STEM education, where each learning experience is magical, impactful, and memorable. Dive into our world at: www.nory.co/summer, and watch this video: https://youtu.be/G8vgorW3y7U

We are looking for a rock-star School Break Day Camp Lead Teacher:

We are looking for enthusiastic and energetic educators to join our team for this holiday season! Our programs are fun and inspiring with an immersive experience like Disney World. If you love working with children, have a can-do attitude, experience multitasking, and are available for seasonal teaching opportunities, you might be the right person for the job!

Why This Role Rocks

You will grow alongside a rapidly expanding company, at the forefront of nurturing hundreds of children annually. Working in a startup-spirited environment offers rapid learning and growth opportunities. You will collaborate closely with various leadership members, contributing to a rich learning atmosphere.

Why Should You Teach at NORY School Break Day Camps?

• Free Professional Development: Receive NORY's renowned STEM training and learn from its curriculum
• Additional Opportunities: First dibs on our seasonal full time Summer Camp positions (Many holiday camp teachers receive an offer to teach during the summer.)
• Safety: Safe teaching environment with small class size
• Network: Meet other teachers and be around a great group of people!
• Plus, great additional income source on off-school days :-)

What Each Day Will Be Like

• Leading your class to achieve the following 3 core camp goals: Safety, Fun and NORY Core Values (resilience, inquisitiveness, and empathy)
• Leading STEM projects and daily fun activities
• Celebrating your campers' growth and awesome mistakes!
• Finding creative ways to “make it work”
• Working with an amazing team of teachers from all walks of life

Quick FAQ

• Days? Whenever schools are closed for holiday breaks, NORY camp is OPEN
• Hours? 7:45 AM-5:30 PM on camp days
• Compensation? $164.00-174.00/day
• Location? Brookline, Downtown Boston, Cambridge, and Waltham
• Do I need a STEM background? No. We train our teachers in all subjects of STEM. As long as you are enthusiastic about learning, we are happy to train you.

School Break Day Camp Dates/Locations: https://www.nory.co/boston/holiday/

What It's Like To Work With NORY

We are a company that seeks joy in all aspects of our work. We are purpose-driven and strive for excellence. We value the "how to make it work" attitude. We empower our employees to be risk-takers; to try new things that enhance the NORY core values. Above all, we strive to develop our NORY Core Values in all the children we work with by demonstrating them through our daily interactions. We are excited to announce our School Break Day Camps and are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join us as a Lead Teacher!

Qualifications/Requirements

• Preferred 2+ years of experience working with children ages 3-12yo
• Love children. Empathetic and caring.
• Ability to turn any boring activities into exciting games
• Funny storyteller & Positive problem solver
• Support strong classroom and behavioral management skills
• Must be punctual and professional
• You do NOT need to have a background in STEM. We have a thorough training program for those who love learning new things!

(Full availability is not required, but those with greater flexibility will be prioritized for staffing.)

If you are passionate about working with children and want to be a part of our dynamic team, please email your resume and a cover letter (optional) to [e-mail]

NORY is a proud equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.