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Now Hiring: Group Leaders for Shady Hill Summer Programs!

Shady Hill School is looking for enthusiastic, energetic, and compassionate Group Leaders to join our dynamic Summer Program team. If you love working with children, enjoy facilitating active recess play, and thrive in a joyful, collaborative environment—this is the job for you!

About the Role:
Group Leaders are the heart of our Summer Program. They lead daily activities, build strong relationships with campers, and help create a safe, fun, and inclusive community. Group Leaders must be at least 18 years old by June 2025. While prior summer camp or childcare experience is a plus, it’s not required—we value energy, responsibility, and a positive attitude!

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Lead and supervise a group of campers throughout the day
• Facilitate team-building games, sports, crafts, and other activities
• Set clear expectations and support routines and transitions
• Maintain a physically and emotionally safe environment for children
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and supervisors
• Be on time for the start of the day and all student transitions
• Observe all rules and regulations of Shady Hill School

Qualifications:

• Reliable, flexible, and upbeat
• Comfortable leading games and structured activities
• Able to support a range of camper needs and personalities
• Strong sense of responsibility and teamwork
• Available for Orientation Day on Friday, June 13

Summer Program Dates & Schedule:

• Orientation Day – June 13 (Required)
• “Fun Camp” (SHS Students Only) – June 16–18 (No programming June 19, optional hours on Setup Day June 20)
• Session One – June 23–July 3 (Monday – Friday, no programming July 4)
• Session Two – July 7–18 (Monday–Friday)
• Session Three – July 21–August 1 (Monday–Friday)

Preference will be given to applicants available for all sessions.

Hours & Pay:

• Daily Hours: 8:00 AM–3:30 PM (includes 30-minute paid lunch)
• Pay Rate: $20–$23/hour, rounded to the nearest quarter hour (or existing SHS hourly rate for current employees)
• Optional Aftercare Hours: Additional pay available for supporting from 3:30–6:00 PM

How To Apply:
Please email apply@shs.org with: 

1. A Letter of Interest answering:
   “What motivated you to apply to Summer Programs at Shady Hill School?”
   And share your skill level on a scale of 1-5 in:
   • Arts and Crafts
   • Camp Songs/Chants
   • Quiet Time Activities
   • Recess/Free Time
   • Routines and Boundaries
   • Sports/Active Games 
2. A Resume or Work Experience List including:
   • Organization Name
   • City and State/Province
   • Position
   • Dates of Employment
   • Reason for Leaving 
3. A list of Three References (at least one professional; others may be academic or personal)

Employees must be authorized to work in the United States. Shady Hill is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. For a description of Shady Hill Summer Programming, refer to: https://www.shs.org/look-inside/auxiliary-and-summer-programs/summer-programs.