Summer Camp Lead Instructor | Grades 3-8

Currently hiring knowledgeable, reliable, and compassionate instructors for our Summer STEAM Camp!

Our educational summer camp runs from July 1st - August 2nd, 9am - 4pm, and will be focusing on the subject of Astronomy. In addition, students will be working on enhancing their Reading, Writing, and Math skills to prepare for the next school year.

Responsibilities:
  • Have extensive knowledge and experience teaching all subtopics of Common Core ELA and Math for grades 3-8. The subtopics for Math include: Numbers and Operations, Algebra & Algebraic Thinking, Measurement & Data, and Geometry. The subtopics of ELA include: Phonics, High Frequency words, Vocabulary, and Comprehension in Informational & Literary Text. 
  • Complete 7 days worth of pre-employment training prior to the start of the program.
  • Keep student binders up to date to meet student needs.
  • Attend Teacher Team Meetings when announced.
  • Work closely with the Center Director and center staff to meet students' academic goals.
  • Explain to parents how their child is progressing in the class, what skills they are improving on, and what needs more work.
  • Keeps classroom(s) clean and organized (e.g. sharpened pencils, materials ready before class, wipe down desks, etc.).
  • Monitor students during lunch/park time.
  • Arrive by 8:30am. 
 
 Key Competencies/Success Factors:
  • Communicates Effectively
  • Delivers information in a clear, compelling, and concise manner.
  • Actively listens and checks for understanding.
  • Adjusts communication content and style to meet the diverse and distinct needs of his/her students.
  • Provide student feedback in a manner that supports learning.
  • Communicates well with colleagues.
 
 Drives Engagement:
  • Builds immediate rapport with students.
  • Fosters a positive and motivating environment for students.
  • Invites participation and makes students feel that their contributions are valued.
  • Understands interpersonal and group dynamics and reacts in an effective manner.
  • Makes learning fun.
 
 Passion for Results:
  • Ability to organize and manage multiple responsibilities successfully.
  • Sets challenging goals and has high standards.
  • Manages the learning environment with a student-centered focus.
  • Maintain current knowledge base and proactively seeks to stay up to date in subjects
 
 Position Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree (in English, Mathematics, Education, or related field) or higher is required; college Juniors/Seniors will be considered. 
  • Internship/volunteer work available for the right candidates.
  • AP-level knowledge in Math highly preferred, but not required.
  • Highly skilled, motivated, versatile, dependable, and dynamic individuals with strong communication skills.
  • Able to work independently, and multi-task.
  • Friendly, patient, and sensitive to the needs of a diverse student population.
  • No teacher certification required, but having one or in the process of attainment is a plus.
  • Teaching or tutoring experience is required.
  • Must have great classroom management skills.
  • Experience with students with IEPs preferred, but not required.
  • CPR/First-Aid certified highly preferred, but not required.
 
We look forward to hearing from you soon and getting you on board with our team! 

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