What are the responsibilities and job description for the Specialty Camp Instructor position at The Wheeler School?
For Summer 2026 we are seeking: Dance Camp Instructor, Pokemon Camp Instructor, Camp Runway (Fashion Camp) Instructor, Golf Camp Instructor. Please indicate your preferred camp in your application.
Wheeler Summer’s philosophy is all about giving campers an opportunity to be active in an outdoor environment, explore new things, have fun, build confidence, and make long-lasting friendships!
Our Summer Camp programs, for children ages 3 to 15, feature a busy day full of fun camp activities for campers grouped by age. Campers who are curious to explore have a choice of our two-week-long Specialty Camps in athletics, arts, and enrichment directed by highly qualified organizations and our wonderful Wheeler faculty. Our Specialty Camps are full-day programs that include a half-day of Specialty Camp and a half-day of Traditional Camp. Swim lessons take place each day for campers in both programs. Wheeler summer will also offer a few specialized programs this summer that are full-day programs.
Responsibilities:
- Create programming for their specific camp (approximately 3 hours)
- Explain rules and purpose of camp to keep campers and staff safe
- Plan each block with age appropriate and engaging activities for each group
- Respect equipment and facilities; keeping your materials organized and ensuring they last through the summer
- Be compassionate and show empathy towards campers
- Being flexible and adaptable
- Punctuality is a must
- Follow policy and procedures, ie emergency protocols
- Attend all camp meetings and Division meetings
Perform other duties as assigned by the Camp Director or Camp Administration.
Qualifications:
Instructor must be 21 years old. Experience is necessary for specialized areas and experience working with children is required (ie: babysitting, coaching, family helper etc.). The ideal candidate has excellent communication, problem solving skills and is adaptable.
Orientation: June 15-17, 2026
Camp hours: 8:15am-4:15pm Monday through Friday with some exceptions
June 22-August 21, 2026
This is a seasonal position that is exempt from overtime and benefits.
Statement on Diversity and Cultural Competency At Wheeler:We actively seek students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds, believing that a broad range of experiences and viewpoints enhances learning, enriches life on campus, and better prepares us all for full participation in a pluralistic, democratic society. We seek to further our community's overall diversity and cultural competency through hiring.
The Wheeler School is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or disability, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law. To learn more about Wheeler, please visit and our page here.
About The Wheeler School:
Founded in 1889 by visionary artist and educator Mary C. Wheeler, The Wheeler School is an N-12 independent day school of approximately 800 students from throughout Greater Providence and Greater Boston. Wheeler’s mission, “to learn our powers and be answerable for their use,” is incorporated into our classrooms, athletic fields, art studios, and STEAM labs, as students are encouraged to think deeply and explore the world on and beyond our two campuses in the College Hill neighborhood of Providence, Rhode Island and our 120-acre farm in Seekonk, Massachusetts. Across Wheeler’s campuses and grades, dedicated faculty and staff identify students’ learning path and passions, challenging and supporting them in pursuit of academic excellence, artistic expression, and personal growth. Our graduates are prepared for college and life as creative, ethical, and engaged global citizens. Wheeler is also home to The Hamilton School, where skilled faculty meet students’ learning differences with the individualized instruction that leads to success.
Wheeler Summer Camps is and operated by Wheeler School, Inc. To apply, fill out the .
Job Type: Temporary
Pay: $16.50 - $19.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $19