Summer Program Lead Facilitator – STEM & Maker Track

Lead Facilitator For Dream Lab Summer Programs

The Girl Scout mission is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. Behind every Girl Scout and volunteer is a team of local staff ready to help them earn that next badge, embark on a camping adventure, or organize an impactful service project. We are Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey (GSNNJ) serving girls in grades K-12 in Bergen, Morris, Passaic, Sussex and northern Warren counties.

We bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to 19,000 girls and 10,200 adult members. GSNNJ is excited for the upcoming opening of its' very own Dream Lab.

The Dream Lab is designed to become a bold, imaginative hub for sisterhood — a space where ideas ignite, friendships flourish, and limitless possibilities come to life. This dynamic new experience center will offer Girl Scouts a whole new and meaningful way to explore our four pillars — STEM, Life Skills, Entrepreneurship, and Outdoors. Dream Lab will provide an innovative, hands-on learning environment where girls explore STEM, creativity, and entrepreneurship through real-world experiences.

Designed as a dynamic makerspace and discovery hub, Dream Lab offers programs including summer camps, workshops, field trips, and badge-based learning experiences.

Dream Lab Summer Programs will run from July 6 through August 21 and are structured as a series of themed, week-long studio experiences for girls in grades K–12.

Each week, participants dive into a specific focus area while building skills, friendships, and confidence through hands-on, project-based learning. We are seeking a Lead Facilitator with a background or strong interest in STEM and maker-based learning to support all summer programs and lead specialized STEM and engineering experiences during designated weeks.

Schedule:

• Partial part of June: upto 20 hours/week (training + preparation)
• July 6 – August 21:
  Monday–Friday during program hours (approx. 30–35 hrs/week)

What You'll Do:

Core Responsibilities (All Weeks):

• Lead engaging, hands-on activities across Dream Lab programs
• Facilitate project-based learning in STEM, design, and creative problem-solving
• Manage group dynamics and ensure a safe, inclusive environment
• Support daily program flow, transitions, and participant engagement
• Collaborate with facilitators and other leads. Our staff are part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team and may work across different programs and age groups throughout the summer.
• Other duties as assigned

Specialization Focus (Assigned Weeks):

• Lead robotics, coding, and engineering programming (Weeks 6–7)
• Support product design and prototyping (Week
  3)
• Guide use of tools such as 3D printers and maker equipment
• Support showcases and Innovation Expo

June Responsibilities:

• Participate in onboarding and staff training
• Learn Dream Lab tools, equipment, and program model
• Practice facilitating both general and STEM-based activities

Requirements:

• Experience working with youth
• Hands-on, curious, and enjoys building and experimenting
• Background or strong interest in STEM, engineering, or maker education
• Ability to develop and deliver fun and engaging weekly lesson plans
• Ability to lead groups and facilitate hands-on learning
• Comfortable learning and supporting technical tools

Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.