School Break Day Camp Coach

About The Role

We are seeking a School Break Day Camp Coach to train and empower camp leaders and teachers. Starting with fall school-break programs, you will observe, mentor, and develop Site Leaders and teachers at NORY’s School Break Day Camps on select school breaks and days when schools are closed throughout the school year.

You will partner with Site Leaders to strengthen staff performance, support consistent implementation of NORY protocols, and create a positive, safe, and engaging camp experience for children ages 3-12. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in training, coaching, and managing educational teams, with a proven ability to enhance staff performance and foster growth.

Summer Camp is NORY’s largest operation, serving over 6,000 children every year across 15+ locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Boston. Based on performance and availability, School Break Day Camp Coaches may also be considered to continue in a coaching role during our Summer 2027 programs, from June 14 through September 8, 2027.

Key Benefits

• Leadership Development Opportunities: We provide extensive training and systems on how to coach and develop our staff team. Working with a diverse range of positions offers ample opportunities to enhance your leadership experience, preparing you for broader roles in educational leadership.
• Comprehensive STEM Training Provided: No previous STEM background? No problem. We provide full training, equipping you with the necessary skills to excel and lead in a STEM-focused educational environment.

Responsibilities

• Staff Development and Support: Observe, train, and coach Site Leaders and teachers at School Break Day Camps to enhance their performance and foster a positive, supportive learning environment. Analyze feedback to set specific coaching goals, assess staff performance, and provide constructive feedback that strengthens teaching strategies and camp experiences.
• Strategic Coaching and Collaboration: Mentor School Break Day Camp Site Leaders on effective coaching techniques and partner with them to develop and support teachers and other educational staff.
• Quality Assurance and Protocol Compliance: Ensure NORY protocols are consistently implemented at School Break Day Camps, maintaining high standards for safety, staff performance, and the camper experience.
• Behavior and Special Needs Support: Provide guidance to Site Leaders and teachers on effective behavior management and communication with parents when needed.
• Interdepartmental Collaboration: Actively communicate with headquarters teams, including curriculum, operations, and customer happiness, to improve support for staff at School Break Day Camps.

Compensation and Benefits

• Compensation: $20 - $50/hr (10-20 hours per week)
• Benefits: 401K Plan available to eligible employees.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in educational leadership, particularly in managing and training teaching staff (5+ years).
• Demonstrated ability to implement effective teaching strategies and improve educational outcomes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to foster relationships with teachers, parents, and staff.
• Knowledgeable in child development and experienced in adapting teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs.

Join Our Vision

We're searching for a School Break Day Camp Coach who is not just skilled but also aligned deeply with our core values. At NORY, our 'Ways of Being' guide everything we do:

• We are purposeful in our actions, always asking "why" to cultivate inner motivation.
• We ask "how to make it work" before wondering "if it will be possible."
• Our decisions are grounded in data and logic.
• We are accountable and disciplined.
• We actively seek feedback, embracing different perspectives and effective methods that contribute to our growth.
• We avoid superficial solutions, opting instead to thoroughly analyze problems to create sustainable, scalable responses.
• We are unifiers, fostering a loving and caring team environment that deeply values empathy and compassion.

These aren't just words; they're the essence of our DNA.

Application Requirement

Please send your resume and a cover letter detailing your track record in managing and developing educational staff, including specific outcomes and improvements made under your leadership and your interest in supporting School Break Day Camps, to.

School Break Day Camp Schedule

School Break Day Camps take place on select school breaks and days when schools are closed throughout the school year, including Thanksgiving break, winter break, spring break, Memorial Day, and more. Camp dates and locations vary across Manhattan and Brooklyn. This role focuses on coaching and supporting staff during these School Break Day Camps.