Lead Summer Camp Teacher

Company: Mission Edge
Location: San Diego
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Lead Summer Camp Teacher Includ(Ed) ? Inclusive Summer Camp Locations: Pacific Beach & Point Loma, San Diego Schedule: Approximately 30 hours per week Compensation: $28?$32 per hour (depending on experience) About Includ(Ed) Includ(Ed) is an inclusive early childhood and school-age program serving children ages 0?10. Our mission is to increase access to high-quality, inclusive education where children with and without disabilities learn, play, and thrive together. Our summer camps reflect the same commitment to high-quality, inclusive, relationship-based education as our year-round program. Position Overview The Lead Summer Camp Teacher serves as the instructional and relational leader of a camp classroom serving children ages 2?10. Lead Summer Camp Teachers are responsible for planning and implementing inclusive camp activities, supervising staff, maintaining a safe and engaging classroom environment, and ensuring every child feels known, supported, and valued. Key Responsibilities Classroom Leadership Lead and oversee daily camp programming aligned with Includ(Ed)?s inclusive philosophy Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate activities Create a structured yet flexible environment that supports a range of learning styles and abilities Maintain daily schedules, transitions, and classroom routines Inclusion & Individualized Support Differentiate instruction and activities to support children with diverse developmental needs Collaborate with therapists and support staff to embed inclusive strategies into daily programming Ensure children with disabilities are meaningfully included in all camp experiences Support behavior proactively using relationship-based and developmentally appropriate practices Staff Supervision Supervise and mentor Camp Counselors and Assistant Teachers Delegate responsibilities effectively and model best practices Provide feedback and maintain clear, professional communication with team members Safety & Compliance Ensure active supervision at all times Maintain compliance with safety requirements Oversee health, snack/lunch, and outdoor procedures Ensure proper documentation and incident reporting as needed Family Communication Communicate professionally with families as needed Support smooth arrival and dismissal procedures Represent Includ(Ed)?s mission and values with warmth and professionalism Qualifications Must pass background check and fingerprinting (LiveScan) Meet Community Care Licensing qualifications for a fully qualified teacher preferred Bachelor?s degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Special Education, or related field preferred Experience leading a classroom required Experience working with children with disabilities strongly preferred Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills Ability to work approximately 30 hours per week during camp sessions

Keywords: Mission Edge, Highland , Lead Summer Camp Teacher, Education / Teaching , San Diego, California