Educational Camp Lead

 

The St. James is a premier sports, wellness, and entertainment brand, empowering people of all ages to reach their peak potential. Our 450,000-square-foot flagship complex in Springfield, VA, offers a unique combination of world-class sports venues, elite training spaces, recovery amenities, and athletic and wellness programs. We also operate Performance Club locations in Springfield, VA, and Bethesda, MD, providing signature group classes, customized performance training, recovery, and high-performance programming in convenient club settings. From comprehensive training to family-friendly fun, lifestyle events, and sporting experiences, The St. James is your destination to discover your best self.

 

At The St. James, we are in the business of human development. Our success in delivering exceptional guest experiences—experiences that engage, inspire, and delight—depends on our ability to recruit, retain, and cultivate team members who embody the true spirit of hospitality. We seek individuals who are committed to personal and organizational excellence, who are proactive and action-oriented, and who thrive in a collaborative team environment. If you have a passion for service and a dedication to continuous growth, we want you to be part of our team.

Overview: The Educational Camp Lead is responsible for designing, delivering, and overseeing high-quality educational programming, including STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Math), creative learning activities, problem-solving challenges, and hands-on projects aligned with preset weekly themes. This role blends curriculum development, classroom-style instruction, and youth leadership, ensuring an engaging and supportive learning environment for campers ages 6–12.

The Educational Camp Lead supports counselors, manages materials, and ensures daily lessons are safe, age-appropriate, and delivered with clarity and enthusiasm.

Key Responsibilities:

· Develop weekly educational lesson plans and activity guides based on preset themes

· Deliver energetic, hands-on instruction across STEAM, creative design, and general educational activities

· Train and support counselors to help them facilitate projects effectively

· Oversee daily program flow, classroom setups, rotations, and behavioral expectations

· Manage materials, technology, and equipment needed for STEAM and academic projects

· Modify curriculum as needed to support different age groups or skill levels

· Lead demonstrations, group challenges, and end-of-week presentations

· Encourage curiosity, creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving

· Maintain a structured, positive learning environment with clear expectations

· Communicate with Camp Leads and Office Admin about scheduling, camper needs, and program updates

Qualifications:

· Experience teaching or leading educational or STEAM-based programs

· Strong background in youth education, curriculum development, science/engineering activities, or maker-style learning

· Ability to confidently instruct groups of various ages (6–12)

· Strong organizational skills and comfort managing materials and hands-on projects

· Creative problem solver with a passion for learning

· Prior classroom, camp, or enrichment program leadership preferred