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About NORY:
Join NORY, the premier STEM camp provider in NYC and Boston, where we shape the future changemakers. With over 4,000 campers annually across 10+ locations, our camps offer a magical camp experience akin to the Disney World of STEM education. Discover more about our mission and vibrant camp atmosphere:
Instagram: bit.ly/noryi LinkedIn: bit.ly/norylink Summer Camp Video: bit.ly/noryvideo1 We're Seeking a Rockstar Site Director Are you ready to lead a campsite to success? We're in search of a passionate Site Director who can inspire and support our educators, ensuring they have the happiest and most rewarding experience at our summer camp. Your role is to show love and care to our campers, deliver the highest level of customer support to parents, and guide our staff to reach their full potential. Let's dive deeper into what this position entails!
Why Working as Site Director Rocks:
Professional Development in Leadership: Enhance your leadership abilities and build a strong track record for your resume. Our role is designed to prepare you for future leadership positions.
- Training in Diverse STEM Topics: Develop your skills in a variety of STEM areas, including robotics, coding, and woodworking. No prior STEM experience? No worries—we offer comprehensive training that can be transferable to your future educational career.
- Build Lasting Professional Relationships: Join a community of 400+ dedicated, excellence-driven NORY educators.
Pathway to Year-Round Opportunities: Access a development pipeline that supports sustainable professional growth, helping you forge a lasting and impactful career.
Summer Camp Site Director Responsibilities:
Coach and Train Counselors: Mentor and develop our teaching staff, ensuring they grasp the purpose behind each activity and properly implement protocols to create a fun and safe camp environment. Nurture and Support Campers and Their Families: Build nurturing and supportive relationships with NORY campers and their families to enhance the camp experience for everyone involved.
Operations Management: Efficiently oversee and manage all aspects of camp operations including materials, facilities, and daily schedules. Administrative Oversight: Keep accurate and up-to-date administrative records for all aspects of the camp, ensuring smooth operations and compliance. Teach a Class When Needed: Lead camp activities or classes to ensure a high-quality experience for campers when needed.
Summer Camp Site Director Qualifications:
You have experience managing and coaching a team of 4+ teachers and fostering a positive team environment. You have a track record of building strong relationships with families in a camp or educational setting. You have more than 5 years of experience teaching 3-12-year-old children in any subject or discipline, preferably with a focus on STEM.
You demonstrate a growth mindset and a willingness to learn and adopt new technology and skills. Team Culture
We're searching for site leaders who are not just skilled and experienced but also align deeply with our core values. At NORY, our 'Ways of Being' guide everything we do:
We are purposeful in our actions, always asking "why" to cultivate inner motivation. We are unifiers, fostering a loving and caring team environment that deeply values empathy and compassion. We ask "how to make it work" before wondering "if it will be possible." Our decisions are grounded in data and logic.
We actively seek feedback, embracing different perspectives and effective methods that contribute to our growth. We avoid superficial solutions, opting instead to thoroughly analyze problems to create sustainable, scalable responses. These aren't just words; they're the essence of our DNA. If these values speak to you, see how you align with our complete 'Ways of Being' at www.nory.co/value.
Summer Camp Site Director Compensation and Benefits:
- Schedule: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM or 5:30 PM (M-F)
Note: Camp duration and pay depend on the size of the campsite: smaller sites end at 4:30 PM, and larger sites end at 5:30 PM with additional pay for Site Directors. Compensation: $1,251.75 - $1,547.00/week Starting pay (minimum) is $1,251.75, with the potential to earn up to $1,547.00 weekly, including a $122 weekly bonus.
Compensation is dependent on years of experience. Higher pay tier available for candidates with 8+ years of experience who satisfactorily complete the NORY evaluation performance requirements.:
Lunch Provided: Based on availability. 401K Plan Eligibility: Available for staff who have worked at NORY for 12+ months.
Application Process:
Please submit your resume and cover letter, detailing your passion for this position and your approach to leading a successful and joyful site. If you have a special reason for wanting to join our team, please send your application directly to sofia@nory.co.
Additional Opportunities:
Beyond summer camp, NORY offers opportunities to stay involved year-round! Join us for holiday camps, afterschool programs, birthday parties, and special events. These roles provide a unique chance to see our values in action, further engage with our community, and make an impact beyond the summer months.
NORY New York 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.
