Certified Subject Area Teacher for City of Canton

Starting Salary: $18.50/hour


This position is perfect for teachers looking for part-time employment over the summer! Serve the Canton community by providing engaging educational programs to students at the Edward "Peel" Coleman Community Center Summer Camp. Keep doing what you love over the summer and use your experience and creativity to craft Art, Math, and Reading programs for K-6 students. 

Interested in this position? Please submit your application through governmentjobs.com/careers/cantonohio by clicking the “Apply” button on the posting. Applicants must submit a valid photo ID along with their application. 

To be eligible for the position, all applicants must possess a valid Ohio Teaching License in a related content area. Must be either a U.S. citizen or provide a copy of their valid Permanent Resident Card.

Job Title: Certified Subject Area Teacher - EP3C Summer Camp
Location: Edward "Peel" Coleman Community Center
Camp Dates: June 8th - July 31st, M-F 
Shift: Monday-Friday 8:00am-3:30pm (Camp hours: 8:30am-3:00pm)
Training: Required training will take place prior to camp start date
Reports to: Community Center Manager
Pay Rate: $18.50/hour

Position Summary:
Canton Parks and Recreation is hiring Certified Teachers to lead subject-based instruction in Art, Math, and Reading for the EP3C Summer Camp, serving youth in grades K-6. These educators will design and deliver engaging weekly lessons tailored to different age groups, fostering academic enrichment and creativity in a fun camp setting. Each teacher will also help maintain an organized, welcoming, and well-supplied classroom environment. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Create and deliver age-appropriate lesson plans and hands-on activities in one of the following subject areas: Art, Math, or Reading
• Adapt lessons for multiple grade levels (Kindergarten through 6th grade)
• Engage students through interactive learning methods that encourage participation, creativity, and curiosity
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked classroom throughout the camp session
• Collaborate with other staff to ensure a consistent and enriching experience for all campers
• Track basic attendance and support positive classroom behavior management
• Communicate any classroom needs or concerns to the Site Coordinator or Camp Director 

Qualifications:

• Valid Ohio teaching license required in related content area (Art, Elementary Ed, or similar field)
• Experience teaching or working with children in K-6th grade
• Ability to develop creative and inclusive learning activities
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred (or willingness to obtain)
• Positive attitude and commitment to youth development in a summer camp environment

NOTICE OF DRUG TESTING REQUIREMENT

Be advised that candidates may be subjected to a drug test. Accordingly, eligibility is not considered final until drug testing has been successfully completed with a negative result.

NOTICE OF BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION

Be advised that candidates may be subjected to a confidential background investigation, including, but not limited to, a criminal record check and driving record check. 

ADA COMPLIANCE

Reasonable accommodation in accordance with ADA Compliance will be made available upon request to those qualified applicants in need of it, in order to achieve the essential job functions as described above. 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for appointment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliation, age, type of disability, or any other non-merit factor.