Summer Camp Head Teacher at Stevens Cooperative School – Jersey City, New Jersey

Description

Summer Camp at Stevens Cooperative is seeking Head Teachers to lead our programs for PreK 3 through middle school, based on skills and experience, at our Jersey City and Hoboken campuses for the summer of 2026. This is a temporary position from June 15 - August 14, 2026. While teaching all weeks is preferred, it is not required.

Reports to: Site Director

The Candidate

You have experience and knowledge in early childhood and/or elementary education and can identify and implement strategies that meet the unique needs of individual campers. You bring strong classroom management and organizational skills. You are a creative, flexible, and energetic educator who fosters a positive and engaging learning environment. As a collaborative team member, you communicate effectively with campers, colleagues, and families, and instill confidence in the program with parents. You are culturally competent, maintain a professional and positive attitude, and approach your work with initiative, adaptability, and a genuine enthusiasm for supporting an inclusive camp community.

Primary Responsibilities

• Opportunity to plan and lead engaging, week-long enrichment lessons and activities
• Collaborate with associate teachers to implement curriculum and support all classroom duties
• Foster campers’ social, emotional, and academic growth through play, exploration, and learning
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment, including supervision on trips and monitoring camper well-being
• Communicate effectively and professionally with colleagues, administrators, and parents
• Demonstrate understanding of child development and adapt teaching to meet individual needs
• Work collaboratively to ensure consistency and quality across camp programs
• Contribute positively to the overall camp community and assist with other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree required
• Prior teaching experience and experience working with children of various ages
• Ability to manage groups effectively and maintain a safe, engaging learning environment
• Skilled in creating spaces where campers feel comfortable asking questions, taking risks, and expressing their ideas
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with campers, colleagues, and parents
• Confident working with groups and contributing to a positive, collaborative team environment
• Strong problem-solving, safety, and crisis management awareness
• Creative, flexible, and enthusiastic educator with a sense of humor and a positive attitude
• Committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive, and fun camp environment that aligns with camp values
• Ability to inspire curiosity and a love of learning through engaging, hands-on experiences

Position Requirements

• Must attend Summer Staff Orientation on May 16, 2026
• Monday - Friday, 8:15 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.
• Must attend weekly staff meetings
• Must attend weekly field trips

Salary & Benefits

Compensation is $20.00 - $24.00 per hour.

Stevens Cooperative School

Stevens Cooperative School fosters curiosity, compassion and confidence in students who think deeply, act ethically and lead by example.

Stevens Cooperative School is the only nonsectarian independent school with campuses in Hoboken and Jersey City. Founded in 1949, Stevens is the oldest parent cooperative school in New Jersey, and an excellent model of progressive education in action. Stevens serves 430 students from PreK 3 through 8th grade, of which 46% are ethnic minorities. Stevens is fully committed to a culturally diverse faculty and staff body and is eager to consider applications from traditionally underrepresented groups. We are committed to ongoing curricular and pedagogical anti-racist work, and we seek a candidate who shares that commitment and who can contribute to our efforts. We search out opportunities for professional growth and encourage reflection on our own practices.

Stevens does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, religion, or national origin in the administration of its hiring and admission policies, financial aid program, or other school-administered programs.