Why Join East Bay Community Action Program?
At East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP), your work goes beyond the classroom—it directly strengthens communities and expands opportunity for children and families who need it most. As part of our mission-driven team, you’ll help create engaging, supportive, and enriching environments where students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. We value collaboration, adaptability, and a passion for impact, offering you the chance to work alongside dedicated educators and community leaders who are committed to equity and excellence. If you're energized by meaningful work, a strong team culture, and the opportunity to make a lasting difference during the summer months, EBCAP is the place to do it.
Position Overview
The Camp Lead Teacher FLOAT ensures continuity of high-quality summer programming by delivering engaging, standards-aligned literacy, math, and enrichment activities across classrooms. This role advances student engagement and learning outcomes by implementing inquiry-based, theme-driven instruction and maintaining consistent classroom structure in the absence of Lead Teachers. The position requires adaptability, strong instructional delivery, and the ability to respond to varying student needs while maintaining program quality and safety standards, including participation in weekly on-site water activities.
Schedule:
Pre-Program:
Approximately 2 hours of pre-program training/program orientation to be held prior to program start.
Program Weeks: July 6 - July 31, 2026
o Shift 1 - Full Time - 8:00-4:00 Mon-Fri, plus 2.5 hrs of planning time. Total of 40 hours per week.
o Shift 2 - Part Time - 11:30-4:00 Mon-Thurs, 8:00-4:00 on Fri, plus 2.25 hours of planning time.
Total of 27.5 hours per week
Primary Responsibilities ( 50%)
Delivers high-quality literacy, math, and enrichment instruction aligned to weekly program themes, ensuring lessons are engaging, inquiry-based, and responsive to student interest and ability levels.
Maintains instructional continuity by effectively implementing lesson plans developed by Lead Teachers, ensuring minimal disruption to classroom learning during staff absences.
Drives student engagement and skill development by facilitating open-ended, hands-on activities that promote critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration.
Adapts lesson delivery in real time based on student needs, behavioral dynamics, and developmental levels to ensure inclusive and effective learning experiences.
Ensures a safe, structured, and positive classroom environment that promotes student participation, accountability, and appropriate behavior throughout program day activities.
Core Responsibilities ( 35%)
Manages classroom operations, including transitions, group management, and activity flow, to ensure efficient and productive use of instructional time.
Monitors and reinforces program expectations for student behavior, ensuring consistent classroom management practices aligned with program standards.
Facilitates enrichment and recreational activities, including weekly water-based programming, ensuring adherence to all safety protocols and supervision requirements.
Communicates effectively with Lead Teachers and program leadership to align on instructional expectations, student needs, and classroom continuity plans.
Tracks student participation and engagement to support program evaluation and continuous improvement efforts.
Additional Responsibilities ( 15%)
Participates in required pre-program orientation and training to ensure readiness for program delivery and compliance with organizational expectations.
Collaborates with team members to support overall camp operations, including coverage needs and group supervision across classrooms.
Contributes to a positive team environment by maintaining professionalism, flexibility, and a solutions-oriented approach to daily program challenges.
Supports adherence to all applicable safety, licensing, and organizational policies during program operations.
Qualifications
Required Credentials & Experience
Elementary teaching certification required.
Demonstrated experience delivering structured, high-quality instruction to school-age children, preferably at the elementary level.
Proven ability to plan and facilitate engaging academic and enrichment activities.
Experience managing classroom behavior and maintaining structured learning environments in group settings.
Core Competencies
Instructional Adaptability: Adjusts teaching strategies and lesson delivery in response to real-time student needs and learning styles.
Classroom Leadership: Establishes clear expectations, maintains structure, and creates a positive and productive learning environment.
Student Engagement: Designs and delivers activities that sustain student interest and promote active participation.
Communication: Effectively exchanges information with staff and students to support program alignment and student success.
Accountability & Reliability: Consistently fulfills assigned responsibilities, including coverage needs and schedule adherence.
Team Collaboration: Works collaboratively with program staff to ensure continuity and quality across all classrooms.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in summer camp or out-of-school-time programming.
Familiarity with inquiry-based or project-based learning approaches.
Experience leading group activities in recreational or enrichment settings.
Physical Requirements
This role requires the ability to actively engage with school-age children in a dynamic environment, including standing for extended periods, moving between classrooms and activity spaces, and supervising outdoor programming. The position requires participation in weekly water-based activities, which may involve getting into shallow water and maintaining active supervision. The individual must be able to lift and carry materials up to 25 pounds and respond quickly to ensure student safety.
East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that provides high-quality, comprehensive, and accessible health and human services to people across eastern Rhode Island. Founded as part of President Johnson's War on Poverty in 1965, EBCAP now serves ten communities with over 20 distinct programs — including primary medical and dental care, behavioral health services, early childhood education, and community support programs for children, youth, families, adults, and seniors.
Our 521 employees work across more than ten locations, addressing everything from immediate needs like food and housing to long-term health and wellness. If you are looking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of Rhode Islanders, we encourage you to apply.
Equal Opportunity Employer
East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
EBCAP is a federal contractor subject to Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA). We take affirmative action to employ, advance in employment, and otherwise treat qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans without discrimination in all employment practices.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact People Operations at
[email protected] (401) 431-9870 x1615.
