WHO WE ARE

Since 1922, Westchester Country Club is an exclusive family-oriented private club located in Rye, New York. Westchester Country Club is among the top country clubs and proudly designated as a Platinum Club of America, ranking #29 out of the top 150 country clubs in the United States.

With over 1,600 members, Westchester Country Club offers world-class facilities including the main club property and the beach club on the Long Island Sound. Club members enjoy two championship golf courses and a 9-hole executive course, comprehensive tennis and squash facilities, various dining options, an on-site fitness facility and indoor pool, and other specialized amenities. Westchester Country Club also has two large banquet rooms, conference facilities, member apartments, and guest accommodations.

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

We are hiring a Science Director to join our Beach Camp team. The Science Director will report to the Camp Director and will be responsible for creating and executing a safe and educational Science program for the Beach Camp. This position will plan and design a Science program to last the Camp’s duration, work closely with the Camp Director and Camp medical staff to assure the proper safety and goals are met, and lead Campers through innovative and exciting science-based activities/lessons on a daily basis.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

The Science Director must complete all tasks and assignments assigned by the Camp Director, including but not limited to:

• Plan and execute science activities appropriate for Campers ranging from five to ten years of age, with the goal of helping Campers understand the basic principles of science and experimentation
• Lead daily Camper science activities
• Manage overall planning and execution of Science portion of Camp, including ordering of necessary materials and daily planning for entirety of Camp
• Work closely with Camp Director and Assistant Camp Director to assure success of Science program
• Assist with parent/guardian inquiries as needed
• Assist Camp Director and Assistant Camp Director with daily Camp operations as needed

 WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Must have prior experience and background in basic science principles
• Experience working with children required
• Valid teaching certification a plus
• Must complete all team member orientations, trainings, and documents prior to start of Camp
• Must possess strong leadership skills
• Must be available for Camp’s six-week duration from July 1^st to August 9^th
• Must be available for Camp’s operational hours (typically Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM), with the ability to work varying daily start/end times at the Camp Director’s discretion
• Must have excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with team members, Counselors, Campers, parents and guardians
• Must have strong organizational skills and the ability to plan and execute detailed and effective plans for the Camp Science program
• Maintain a high level of visibility, ensuring availability to respond to team member, Camper, and parent/guardian inquiries
• Working primarily in and around the designated Camp areas, both indoor and outdoor

PAY RANGE

$20.00 - $23.00 hourly compensation, commensurate with experience

WHAT WE OFFER

At WCC, we believe that our biggest strength lies in the exceptional people who work for our organization to deliver memorable experiences to our members and their families. We pride ourselves on being a great place to work and providing our team members a meaningful and rewarding career experience with us. 

ALL team members enjoy free lunch and dinner meals, free parking, a lifestyle discount program, and numerous recognition events and activities throughout the year.

JOB CODE: 12033199