K-5 Summer Camp Assistant Teachers

Job Title: K-5 Summer Camp Assistant Teachers

Reports to: Vivian Schaffer (Summer Camp Director)

FLSA Status:  N/A

About Our Summer Camp:

Our K-5 summer camp provides an engaging, hands-on STEAM experience designed to spark curiosity and inspire a lasting love of learning throughout the summer.

Job Summary:

Teacher assistants will serve alongside lead teachers in the ‘26 Summer Camp, supporting the delivery of engaging, age-appropriate lessons and activities for K-5th grade students under the guidance of lead teachers. Through rotating weekly themes such as, Going Green, Bugs/Pond, Great Outdoors, Party in the U.S.A., Engineers Workshop, Mysteries, and Trip to Europe, students will participate in collaborative, project-based learning experiences that creatively integrate STEAM concepts. Teacher assistants will contribute to an energetic, inclusive, and supportive environment where students are encouraged to explore, experiment, and build critical thinking and problem-solving skills alongside experienced educators.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assists in planning and developing engaging, age-appropriate STEAM lessons for K-5th grade students

• Supports the design and delivery of hands-on, project-based learning experiences

• Helps prepare materials and set up for lessons and activities

• Assists with classroom setup and organization at the beginning of camp

• Observes and documents student engagement and participation

• Provides encouragement and support to students during activities

• Assists with assessing student learning using developmentally appropriate methods

• Offers positive feedback focused on effort and problem-solving

• Supports classroom teachers in managing student behavior

• Helps establish and reinforce classroom rules and procedures

• Maintains a safe, inclusive, and well-organized learning environment

• Enforces safety and security standards for students, staff, and visitors

• Maintains accurate records of student attendance and incidents as directed

• Works collaboratively with lead teacher and other camp staff

• Communicates student progress and concerns professionally with supervisors

• Participates in staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities

• Supports and upholds summer camp policies and mission

• Performs other duties as assigned

• Ability to assist with varied instructional approaches and learning styles

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to remain professional

• Organizational skills and attention to detail

• Creative problem-solving abilities

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma (minimum)

• Some experience working with children preferred

• Previous classroom or camp experience a plus

Physical Requirements (with or without accommodations):

• Standing to assist with instruction/activities

• Ability to lift or move up to 40 pounds occasionally

• Ability to bend, lean, stoop, kneel, or crouch to interact with students at various heights

• Close and distance vision for classroom supervision and instructional support