Summer Camp Site Director - Lead NYC Premier STEM Camp

A summer that advances your career This opportunity is ideal for educators and program leaders seeking meaningful summer work- gaining real leadership experience, building a team, and shaping the summer for over 60 children and their families. By season’s end, you’ll enhance your resume, build a network of 400+ NORY educators, and have tangible accomplishments to share in future interviews.   NORY is the leading STEM camp provider in NYC and Boston, serving over 4,000 campers each summer across 10+ locations. We are known as the Disney World of STEM education, offering an immersive, joyful experience that inspires 3–12-year-olds to become purposeful changemakers through robotics, coding, woodworking, and engineering.   Why people choose NORY Genuine leadership development. This position serves as a launchpad into senior education leadership. You’ll manage a team, oversee site operations, and represent NORY to dozens of families. STEM training included. We offer comprehensive training in robotics, coding, woodworking, and engineering. No previous STEM experience is necessary, and the skills you gain will benefit any future education role. A supportive community. Join 400+ NORY educators across NYC and Boston who are dedicated to their work, encourage mutual growth, and celebrate learning through “awesome mistakes.” A path to year-round opportunities. 60% of our Site Directors return for another season or move into year-round roles at NORY, such as afterschool programs, holiday camps, or full-time operations.   What you’ll do Lead a team of 6–12 counselors. Provide daily coaching, facilitate morning huddles, offer meaningful feedback, and support their growth as educators. Serve as the primary contact for families. Welcome parents at drop-off and pickup, proactively address concerns, and communicate weekly about their child’s experience. Oversee site operations. Manage daily schedules, materials, facilities, safety protocols, attendance, and incident reporting. Step in to teach as needed. Fill in for counselors or lead a class to ensure a consistent, high-quality camper experience.   Compensation The weekly rate ranges from $1,300 to $1,635 (base of $1,300–$1,513 depending on experience and site size, plus up to $122 in weekly performance bonuses).   Your earnings increase with the number of weeks you work. Approximately: 4 weeks: $5,200–$6,540 6 weeks: $7,800–$9,810 8 weeks: $10,400–$13,080 10 weeks: $13,000–$16,350 12 weeks (full season): $15,600–$19,620   Additional benefits: Lunch provided daily 401(k) eligibility Paid weekend training before camp begins   The season Our camp runs from Monday, June 8 to Friday, September 4, 2026 (12 weeks). You can indicate your available weeks, though continuous weeks are strongly preferred to ensure consistent leadership and a more rewarding experience for both campers and counselors. Please include your availability when applying.   Daily schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM at smaller sites or 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM at larger sites (larger sites are compensated at the higher rate). Paid weekend training before camp starts.     Who we’re looking for 3+ years of experience working with children ages 3–12. Experience in teaching, camp leadership, or similar roles required; STEM background is a plus but not necessary. Proven team leadership. You have managed or mentored at least four people and can demonstrate how you supported their development. Strong family engagement skills. You confidently and compassionately handle both routine and challenging parent conversations. Operational steadiness. You remain organized and composed when unexpected situations arise. Growth mindset. You’re receptive to feedback, eager to learn new tools, and committed to personal development.   A teaching license or STEM degree is not required. Effectiveness with children, professionalism with adults, and reliability under pressure are essential.   How we work - Our Ways of Being Six core principles guide every decision at NORY:   Purpose-driven. We lead with "why" to inspire intrinsic motivation. Unifiers. We build a collaborative team culture rooted in empathy. Solution-oriented. We look for ways to make things work before questioning if they’re possible. Data-informed. Our decisions are grounded in evidence. Growth-minded. We seek feedback and embrace a range of perspectives. Root-cause solvers. We pursue lasting solutions over quick fixes.   Read our full Ways of Being at www.nory.co/value .   Learn more about NORY 90-second tour of camp: bit.ly/noryvideo1 Instagram: bit.ly/noryi LinkedIn: bit.ly/norylink   How to apply Send your resume and a brief cover note describing a team you’ve led and a child you remember working with. Be sure to include your availability—the weeks between June 8 and September 4 you can commit to.   Questions? Email [email protected] .   Year-round opportunities Beyond summer camp, NORY offers holiday camps, afterschool programs, birthday parties, and special events year-round. Site Directors interested in continuing can transition to these roles after the season.   NORY, Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, 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.

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