Job Description

Summer Camp Teacher

Department: Education

Immediate Supervisor: Education Enrichment Coordinator

Status: Non-Exempt/Contracted/Part-Time

Hours: Variable Hours/Week

Rate: $18-$20/ per hour, depending on experience and certifications

This position is not eligible for major medical and additional benefits.

Position Purpose:

A summer camp teacher is responsible for leading classroom STEAM activities for participants enrolled in the “Science is Everywhere” summer day camp at the National Museum of Nuclear Science & History for children in Pre-K through rising 6th grade.

Responsibilities:

• Participate fully in week-long camp classes. Monday-Friday of scheduled weeks.
• Create and implement week-long lesson plans aligned with STEAM concepts.
• Manage class resources, creating lists of supplies needed to implement the camp's chosen curriculum.
• Report all accidents/incidents to the Education leadership team.
• Maintain a classroom climate that nurtures and supports campers in an informal and fun learning environment.
• Lead and utilize help from camp counselors and counselors in training (CIT) assigned to support campers and camp functions.
• Ensure campers’ safety during classroom and off-campus activities.
• Monitor and assist with snack breaks.
• Monitor and assist off-campus field trips.
• Attend the program orientation meeting (May 16th) and one post-camp meeting (TBD).
• Report to the Education Enrichment Coordinator.

Schedule:

The 2026 camp season is 10 weeks long, beginning June 1, 2026, and ending August 7, 2026. Each week includes three different camps based on camper ages (PreK-4 through rising 6th graders). We seek educators to facilitate one or more of these week-long camps. Days begin at 8:00 am and end at 4:00 pm, including setup and cleanup, Monday – Friday. Teachers will be compensated for 3 hours of planning time/camp day, facilitated in addition to the week-long session.

Qualifications:

Candidate must have two or more years of education experience working with either elementary or middle school students. The candidate must support and practice imaginative, engaging, and learner-centered education. The candidate is expected to demonstrate professional behavior at all times and be able to work individually, collaboratively, and in a team environment.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Education: Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Early childhood education: 2 years (Preferred)
• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to landerson@nuclearmuseum.org

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Early childhood education: 2 years (Preferred)
• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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