School Break Day Camp Lead Teacher (Boston)

NORY; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

NORY is hiring a Lead Teacher for School Break Day Camps in the Boston area. You will lead engaging activities for campers, deliver STEM-inspired lessons, and maintain a safe, supportive learning environment during holiday breaks.

Experience with children ages 3-12 is preferred. Training will be provided, and flexible availability is appreciated as staffing needs vary with the holidays.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience working with children ages 3-12.
• Love children, empathetic and caring.
• Ability to turn boring activities into exciting games.
• Fun storyteller and positive problem solver.
• Punctual and professional; strong classroom management.

Responsibilities

• Lead class sessions and ensure safety and engagement for campers.
• Deliver STEM-inspired activities and daily games.
• Celebrate campers' growth and learning from mistakes.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers and staff to run smooth daily schedules.

Skills

Child care

Empathy

Storytelling

Punctuality

Team collaboration

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 a

vailable 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.)

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.