Employment

2024 Summer Camp Staff

Join the team at Discovery Space this summer! Our camps, tailored for ages 6-15, offer a diverse array of STEM and Maker programs. Participants engage in high-quality experiments and hands-on activities designed to spark curiosity.

As a member of our summer staff, you will play a crucial role in supporting camp operations. Your responsibilities include facilitating daily activities while ensuring the safety and well-being of all campers.

 Successful candidates will have had experience managing groups of more than 15 children and a background or interest in STEM content. Previous teaching experience is preferred. Successful applicants will be able to commit to the entire summer.

Positions are seasonal and employment starts the week of June 5th through August 23rd. 

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Summer Camp Manager:

The summer camp manager works primarily outside of the classroom and will oversee the daily operations of the camp, facility utilization, staff coordination, and communication with parents. Ideal candidates will possess robust organizational, administrative, and communication abilities, along with a background in customer service and a passion for promoting STEM education. 

Throughout the camp day, the individual in this role will oversee adherence to the schedule and provide classroom support as necessary. They will serve as the main contact for parents in case of injuries, illnesses, or behavioral incidents. Additionally, they will ensure the prompt opening of the science center each day, greet campers, and engage with parents during morning drop-offs. 

This is a seasonal, full time position.

• 7:30 am – 4 pm Mon-Friday

$17/hour

Full-time (40 hours/week) 

Summer Camp Classroom Assistants:

Assist with daily experiments and activities, maintaining a safe and fun camp environment. Assistants must commit to at least one of three shifts for the entire 10 weeks of summer. Scheduling is negotiable upon hiring discussion. 

• Shift A: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm Mon-Friday
• Shift B: 9:30 am – 6:00 pm Mon-Friday
• Shift C: 8:00 am – 1:30 pm Mon-Friday

$15-17/hour

Full-time (40 hours/week) and part-time (25 hours/week) positions available

Summer Camp Interns:

Gain experience assisting the Discovery Space team with activities, lesson facilitation, prep and clean up. Interns must be able to commit to at least one of the two shifts available for at least 7 weeks of the summer. Scheduling is negotiable upon hiring discussion.

• Shift A: 8:30 am – 1 pm Mon-Friday
• Shift B: 12:30 pm – 5 pm Mon-Friday

$14/hour

15 hours/week

To apply:

Please send your cover letter detailing which role(s) you are interested in and why you are a good fit for this position to .