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Summer Camp- Science Specialist

@ Westtown School
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West Chester, Pennsylvania, United States
$12-$18/hrOnsiteSeasonal
Responsibilities:Design activities for campers, Facilitate outdoor experiments, Maintain safe science space
Requirements Summary:Experience in education/STEM, strong organizational and communication skills, ability to teach 4-14 age group, outdoor activity facilitation, safety and cleanup responsibilities.
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Science Specialist


Westtown School Summer Camp is seeking enthusiastic applicants for the position of Science  Specialists to work from June 8 - August 7, 2026. The Science Specialist will lead hands-on, outdoor science programming for campers ages 4-14. The ideal candidate is passionate about making science exciting, interactive, and accessible through engaging experiments, nature exploration, and high-energy demonstrations. Applicants should be at least 18 years of age or older. The regular hours will be 8:30 am to 4:15 pm.


Westtown School Summer Camp is a traditional day camp program serving children ages 4 to 14, located on Westtown School’s 600+ acre campus near West Chester, PA. At Westtown School Summer Camp, discovery and education await every child in a creative, supportive, and inclusive environment rooted in the school’s outdoor education traditions.  Camp staff members lead campers in a wide variety of action-based educational projects each day. Our camp programs reflect the highest standards of respect, inclusion, and cooperation between counselors and campers. 

Essential Responsibilities

  • Design and develop a diverse range of age-appropriate science activities and projects for campers ages 4 to 14.

  • Facilitate exciting outdoor experiments such as:

    • Nature-based investigations and eco exploration

    • Water and weather experiments

    • Simple chemistry reactions

    • Physics challenges and engineering builds

    • STEM- inspired games and problem-solving activities

  • Adapt lessons for different age groups and developmental levels

  • Maintain a safe and organized science area, ensuring proper handling of materials and respect for space. 

  • Encourage curiosity, creativity, and teamwork.

  • Prepare and clean up all materials and equipment each day. 

  • Create a fun, high-energy atmosphere that keeps campers engaged and excited!

  • Attend staff meetings and actively contribute to the camp community.

Qualifications

  • Previous experience in a similar role or a background in education, STEM or related field.

  • Strong organizational and communication skills

  • Confident teaching to groups of children ranging from 4 to 14

  • Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team and adapt to changing camp dynamics

  • Ability to explain scientific concepts in fun, simple, age-appropriate ways.

  • Comfortable working outdoors in summer conditions.

  • Creative, enthusiastic, and highly organized.

  • Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.

For additional information about Westtown School and to explore current career opportunities, please visit our website westtown.edu/careers. Interested applicants can apply online by submitting their resume directly to the specific job posting on the summer camp employment portal.