East Greenwich, Rhode Island
Forest Hills, New York
San Rafael, California
Forest Hills, New York
Posted: 02-Mar-26
Location: East Greenwich, Rhode Island
Type: Full Time
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About Summer at Rocky Hill
Summer at Rocky Hill offers children entering nursery through grade 12 a summer of exploration, creativity, and community on our 84-acre waterfront campus along Narragansett Bay. Our specialty camps are designed to give young learners focused, memorable experiences in areas that excite their curiosity and build real skills.
About These Camps
Rocky Hill Country Day School is looking for an enthusiastic and creative instructor to lead two one-week, half-day STEAM specialty camps for students entering grades 1 through 4.
Fairy Tale STEAM uses classic stories as a starting point for hands-on discovery. Each day, a different narrative adventure inspires campers to solve challenges, engineer inventions, and bring beloved tales to life through science, technology, art, and mathematics. Working together, students transform familiar stories into creative learning experiences that build both imagination and critical thinking.
Superhero STEAM invites campers to design their own heroic universe from the ground up. Using science, mathematics, technology, and art as their tools, students collaborate on projects and solve problems as they bring their superhero visions to life. The week builds confidence, creativity, and real STEAM skills through playful, purposeful work.
Position Summary
The Specialty Camp Instructor is responsible for planning and leading all activities for their assigned camp sessions. This includes developing age-appropriate, engaging curriculum that connects storytelling and imagination to STEAM concepts, preparing materials, managing the classroom or outdoor learning space, and creating a warm, inclusive environment where every child feels welcome and capable. The instructor works in partnership with the camp leadership team and may be supported by junior counselors or assistants.
Design and deliver a full week of half-day programming for each camp, with clear learning goals and a thoughtful arc across the week.
Prepare all materials, supplies, and spaces in advance of each session.
Lead hands-on STEAM activities that are accessible and exciting for a range of learners in grades 1 through 4.
Create a supportive, encouraging atmosphere where children feel safe to experiment, collaborate, and take creative risks.
Manage group dynamics with patience and skill, setting clear expectations while keeping the tone joyful.
Communicate with camp leadership about any needs, concerns, or notable moments during the program.
Follow all health, safety, and supervision protocols established by Rocky Hill Country Day School.
Experience working with children in grades 1 through 4 in an educational or camp setting.
Background or demonstrated interest in STEAM education, hands-on learning, or project-based curriculum design.
Ability to plan and lead engaging activities independently while working within a collaborative team structure.
Strong communication and classroom management skills.
A creative, flexible mindset and a genuine enthusiasm for working with young children.
Current First Aid/CPR certification, or willingness to obtain prior to start date.