School Spring Break Camp Site Director (NYC ) | (3/20-4/10)
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're Seeking a Rockstar School Spring Break Camp Site Director
Are you ready to lead a campsite to success? We’re in search of a passionate School Spring Break Camp Site Director who can inspire and support our educators, ensuring they have the happiest and most rewarding experience at our holiday camps. 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 shine. Let’s dive deeper into what this position entails!
Why Working as a Spring Break Camp 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 dedicated, excellence-driven colleagues.
Pathway to Year-Round Opportunities: Access a development pipeline that supports sustainable professional growth, helping you forge a lasting and impactful career.
Spring Break Camp Site Director Responsibilities:
Teach and Inspire: Lead your assigned group of campers with engaging activities that bring NORY’s core values to life, inspiring curiosity and enthusiasm.
Coach and Train Educators: 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.
Resource Management: Efficiently oversee and manage essential resources necessary for the success of our NORY camp, 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.
Spring Break 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 4 years of experience (preferred) 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.
Pre-Holiday and Spring Break Engagement Opportunities:
Eid al-Fitr → Mar 20 (Fri)
Spring Break 1 → Mar 23 – Mar 27 (Mon–Fri)
Spring Break 2 → Mar 30 – Apr 03 (Mon–Fri)
Spring Break 3 → Apr 06 – Apr 10 (Mon–Fri)
Memorial Day → May 25 (Mon)
Eid al-Adha → May 27 (Wed)
Juneteenth → Jun 19 (Fri)
At NORY, we don’t just run camps during the summer—we’re open every time schools are closed! As a Day Camp Site Director, you’ll have the opportunity to lead camps during Thanksgiving, winter breaks, spring breaks, Memorial Day, and more. These roles allow you to become familiar with NORY protocols, witness our core values in action, and make an immediate impact on our campers and community throughout the year.
Holiday Camp Site Director Compensation and Benefits:
Schedule: 7:30-4:00 PM
Compensation: $200 - $210/day
Additional $20/hr for extended care until 5 PM
Includes attendance at one lab camp session (1-5 days).
401K Plan Eligibility: Available for staff who have worked at NORY for 12+ months.
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 .
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 Liza@nory.co.
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.