What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dance/Theater Teacher - Summer Camp Counselor position at New Horizons Day Camp?
Every single camper is different which is why we have built New Horizons to allow children from Pre-Kindergarten through 9th Grade to try something new, take a deep-dive into an existing interest, or mix-and-match their day to create the summer of a lifetime!
Featuring customizable schedules, your child is able to craft THEIR perfect camp day! At NHDC every activity and grade group is led by an 18 Head Counselor with professional educators leading nearly all our major activity areas.
Extensive off-season training, a 4:1 staff ratio, and highly specialized counselors allows us to offer an unparalleled program from athletics to coding... art to archery... cooking to podcasting consisting of OVER 100 UNIQUE ACTIVITIES!
Our Staff is the most important asset we have at NHDC. Our expansive program requires a dedicated, enthusiastic, responsible, and creative staff. If you're interested in applying for a Summer 2025 Position, please complete the following form
Dance/Theater Teacher (18 )
- Plan and lead engaging theater and dance activities for campers of various ages.
- Choreograph and direct performances, including a final showcase.
- Encourage creativity, teamwork, and confidence in a fun, supportive environment.
- Ensure a safe and inclusive space for all campers.
- Collaborate with other camp staff to create a memorable summer experience.
- Responsible for setting up and cleaning workspace daily
- Must be available 8:45am-3:45pm Monday-Friday
Qualifications:
- Experience teaching theater, dance, or performing arts to children.
- Background in musical theater, drama, or dance preferred.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to create and adapt lesson plans for different age groups.
- Energetic, patient, and passionate about working with kids.
Head Counselors (18 ) Responsibilities
- Supervise Grade Groups or run Activity Spaces.
- Supervise Assistant Counselors assigned to your group or activity space.
- Ability to adapt to changing rolls, activities, and expectations.
- Attentiveness and a high level of energy is a must.
- Comfortable working with children.
- Must be 18 during Summer 2025
- Salaried for 8 Weeks - Summer 2025
Assistant Counselor (15-17 y/o) Responsibilities
- Work under the supervision of our Head Counselors (18 ).
- Flexibility working in a variety of camp areas.
- Ability to adapt to changing rolls, activities, and expectations.
- Attentiveness and a high level of energy is a must.
- Comfortable working with children.
- Must be Age 15-17 during Summer 2025
- Salary for 8 Weeks - Variable based on Grade Starting in Fall 2025.
Requirements
- Minimum Week 1-7 Commitment (6/30-8/15)
- Full Camp Program - 8 Weeks (6/23-8/15)
Job Type: Temporary
Pay: $14.00 - $18.50 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- First Aid Certification (Preferred)
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $19
