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 specialists play a central role in shaping the daily camp experience, bringing depth and expertise to programming that runs throughout the entire summer season.
Position Summary
Rocky Hill Country Day School is seeking a Science Specialist to plan and lead hands-on science activities for day campers ages 4 through 11 for the full duration of Summer at Rocky Hill. This person will run fun, engaging experiments and explorations in the science lab and outdoors on our waterfront campus grounds. The right candidate has a knack for making science exciting for young children and thrives in an active, playful environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Plan and lead hands-on science experiments and activities for day campers, adapting content for ages 4 through 11.
Use both the science lab and the outdoor campus grounds as learning spaces throughout the summer.
Prepare all materials, supplies, and spaces in advance of each session.
Collaborate with the camp leadership team and fellow specialists to contribute to the broader camp experience.
Create an environment that is inclusive, encouraging, and safe for every camper.
Manage groups with warmth and clear expectations, fostering both independence and teamwork.
Follow all health, safety, and supervision protocols established by Rocky Hill Country Day School.
Experience working with children in an educational or camp setting, particularly in the elementary age range.
A background or demonstrated interest in science education or a related field.
Comfort working both indoors and outdoors and the flexibility to adapt activities to different settings and conditions.
Ability to plan and lead activities independently while contributing to a collaborative team.
Strong communication and group management skills.
A genuine enthusiasm for science and for sharing that enthusiasm with young children.
Current First Aid/CPR certification, or willingness to obtain prior to start date.