Camp Counselor

About NORY

Join NORY, the premier STEM camp provider in NYC and Boston, where we shape the future leaders, innovators, and problem solvers. With over 4,000 campers annually across 10+ locations, our camps offer a magical and transformative experience akin to the Disney World of STEM education.

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We’re Seeking Rockstar School Break Camp Counselors

Summer may be wrapping up, but NORY camps continue throughout the school year! We are now opening applications for our upcoming School Break Day Camps and looking for enthusiastic, energetic, and reliable School Break Camp Counselors to join our NYC team. NORY operates camps during select school breaks and days when schools are closed throughout the year, making this a great opportunity for teachers, substitute teachers, college students, teaching artists, afterschool educators, and camp professionals looking for flexible opportunities that fit their availability. Apply now to join our School Break Camp Counselor pool and share your availability for upcoming camp dates.

• When? Select school breaks and days when schools are closed throughout the school year, including Thanksgiving break, winter break, spring break, Memorial Day, and more.

• Availability? You do not need to be available for every School Break Day Camp. Share the specific dates and school breaks that work for your schedule.

• Schedule? 7:30 AM to 4:15 PM on scheduled camp days.

• Compensation? $169 to $179/day, with an additional $20/hour for extended care until 5:00 PM.

• Location? Manhattan and Brooklyn.

Why Working as a School Break Camp Counselor Rocks

• NORY Certification: Elevate your resume with our recognized STEM training program. Being NORY certified offers a competitive edge in your future career pursuits in NYC’s educational landscape.

• Personal and Professional Development: Benefit from the dedicated support from our educational team and camp leaders, who provide constructive coaching and positive reinforcement to foster both your personal and professional growth.

• Rapid Advancement Opportunities: Our professional development pipeline is designed to quickly enhance your leadership skills and help you reach your full potential.

• Memorable Experiences: At NORY, we’re passionate about creating joyful and lasting memories for both our campers and staff. Join us for School Break Day Camps filled with fun, learning, and impactful experiences.

School Break Camp Counselor Responsibilities

• Mentorship and Guidance: Lead campers through interactive STEM activities, guiding both their educational and personal development.

• Safety and Supervision: Maintain a safe and welcoming environment for all campers, adhering to camp safety guidelines.

• Activity Coordination: Help organize and lead camp activities, ensuring each day is dynamic and enriching for every camper.

School Break Camp Counselor Qualifications

• Experience with Children: You have 2+ years of experience working with children ages 3 to 12 and possess a genuine passion for education and child development.

• Enthusiastic and Eager to Learn: You are enthusiastic about learning new technologies and skills.

• Positive and Solution-Oriented: You maintain a positive outlook, always seeking solutions and welcoming constructive feedback to foster personal growth.

• Fun and Energetic: Your energetic and fun loving nature matches the dynamism of our young campers.

• Flexible School Break Availability: You are interested in working during at least some school breaks and days when schools are closed throughout the year. You do not need to commit to every School Break Day Camp.

School Break Camp Counselor Compensation and Benefits

• Schedule? 7:30 AM to 4:15 PM

• Compensation? $169 to $179/day

  • Additional $20/hour for extended care until 5:00 PM

• Location? Manhattan and Brooklyn

Beyond Day Camps

At NORY, opportunities to make an impact extend beyond our School Break Day Camps. In addition to camp opportunities throughout the school year, we also offer opportunities to work in afterschool programs, birthday parties, and special events. These experiences allow you to stay involved with the NORY community, become familiar with our programs and protocols, see our core values in action, and continue making an impact on our campers throughout the year.

Join Our Vision

If you're passionate about making a difference and ready to contribute to a team that values motivation, unity, empathy, and innovative problem-solving, we'd love to see how you align with our core values at www.nory.co/value.

Ready to Make a Difference?

To apply, please send your resume and a brief cover letter explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role to Liza@nory.co. Highlight any special reasons for wanting to join our team and contribute to our community.

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.