Science Camp Summer Teacher

Job Level

Entry Level (less than 2 years)

"We think we're preparing kids for tomorrow. Kids justthink it's cool!"

We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and talented individual to work as a Science Camp Teacher with our NJ based daycamps to run science and engineering activities for kids.

Summer seasonal position (4-8 weeks)

Curriculum and materials are provided!

Learn fun science activities to bring back to your students during the school year!

Spend the summer with our AMAZING students having fun at camp!

Paid training!

Teach exciting topics with hands‑on activities, such as: engineering, circuits, flight and motion, the human body, physics of amusement park rides, basic chemistry, forensic science, dinosaur and fossils, and more.

• Travel to multiple northern NJ sites (one per week), Monday‑Friday.
• Lead a group of up to 15 students independently through hands‑on science activities across multiple domains.
• Manage and organize equipment and materials, including paid prep time before and after classes.

• Teaching or student teaching experience in K‑12 schools strongly preferred.
• Experience with children in a camp or educational setting.
• Experience with children ages 7‑14.
• Comfortable leading a group of up to 15 students independently through hands‑on science activities.
• Ability to travel to multiple northern NJ sites (one per week), Monday‑Friday.

Rate: $18/hr - $25/hr

Potential opportunities to move into supervisory roles in future years.

Employee discounts available for select camps run by Black Rocket.

Black Rocket provides unique educational programs to children and young adults. Our distinct enrichment programs focus on the intersection of creativity and technology. Each course emphasizes self‑empowerment, critical thinking, and creative problem solving through hands‑on learning. Whether in the classroom or the cloud, we believe every student is unique in their ability and talents. Black Rocket's mission is to enhance student learning by igniting, unleashing and enhancing these distinct talents.

Start your journey inspiring kids today!

We will only review applications submitted online. Please donot send information or submit inquiries via email or phone.

We begin recruiting for summer in January and positions are filled on a 'rolling' basis.