What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Programs Educator: Summer 2026 position at Wave Hill?
Role And Responsibilities
Wave Hill is seeking a seasonal educator to co-teach nature-based summer camp for an elementary and middle school audience. The seasonal educator is responsible for assisting Wave Hill educators with instruction, program preparation and administration. The educator works with Wave Hill staff to ensure a safe and fun summer for all campers. Responsibilities include:
The primary program area takes place on the lower level of Wave Hill House, which is wheelchair-accessible. There is an accessible, ground-level entrance at the front of the building with a power-assist door. The restroom on the ground level is all-gender and ADA-compliant. Additional ADA-compliant restrooms are available on the lower level, which can be accessed by elevator. Due to the historic nature of Wave Hill House, the education program office located on the third floor is not wheelchair accessible. This area is reachable by a flight of wooden stairs totaling 19 steps. When outside, the educator should expect to traverse a variety of routes along mixed-material pathways and varying elevations.
Schedule and Salary
This is a seasonal position from July 6 through August 7, 2026. 35 hours a week, Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4pm, with a half-hour lunch break. Additional paid training hours may be required. Position includes four weeks of camp and two weeks of program preparation. The hourly pay rate is $20 per hour.
Wave Hill is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Wave Hill is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact humanresources@wavehill.org.
Wave Hill is seeking a seasonal educator to co-teach nature-based summer camp for an elementary and middle school audience. The seasonal educator is responsible for assisting Wave Hill educators with instruction, program preparation and administration. The educator works with Wave Hill staff to ensure a safe and fun summer for all campers. Responsibilities include:
- Co-teaching on-site nature-based summer camp programs for an elementary school audience of rising grades 1st through 7th.
- Facilitating nature and art-based activities throughout the camp day.
- Preparing for programs by reading lesson plans, packing educator bags with materials, and setting up and breaking down teaching spaces.
- Greeting campers at the front gate and assisting with dismissal at the end of the day.
- Managing camp materials such as art supplies, clipboards, pencils, etc.
- Assisting Wave Hill Staff with camp administrative duties such as taking attendance.
- Prioritizing camper safety, particularly during outdoor activities.
- Assisting Wave Hill educators with additional summer programs as needed, including guided group tours.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience working with elementary and/or middle school aged children, particularly experience teaching children in a non-formal settings such as summer camp is preferred.
- Demonstrable interest in life sciences, nature, and art.
- Comfortable working outdoors during summer months in spaces with mixed-material pathways and varying elevations.
- Clear, effective communication skills.
- Collaborative approach to working with a team.
- Enthusiastic and flexible when handling unexpected situations.
The primary program area takes place on the lower level of Wave Hill House, which is wheelchair-accessible. There is an accessible, ground-level entrance at the front of the building with a power-assist door. The restroom on the ground level is all-gender and ADA-compliant. Additional ADA-compliant restrooms are available on the lower level, which can be accessed by elevator. Due to the historic nature of Wave Hill House, the education program office located on the third floor is not wheelchair accessible. This area is reachable by a flight of wooden stairs totaling 19 steps. When outside, the educator should expect to traverse a variety of routes along mixed-material pathways and varying elevations.
Schedule and Salary
This is a seasonal position from July 6 through August 7, 2026. 35 hours a week, Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4pm, with a half-hour lunch break. Additional paid training hours may be required. Position includes four weeks of camp and two weeks of program preparation. The hourly pay rate is $20 per hour.
Wave Hill is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Wave Hill is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact humanresources@wavehill.org.
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