Summer Camp Instructor

 

Welcome to Grayson College. Grayson College is in the heart of Grayson County and provides a vital link for higher education. GC offers small classes for personalized instruction, affordable tuition, caring, professional faculty and the convenience of day, evening or online classes. The college serves approximately 5,000 students annually. Grayson’s reputation is highly respected by surrounding university and industries as an excellent source of quality graduates who bring specialized, skilled and much needed talents to the workplace.

Summer Camp Instructor

The Center for Workplace Learning is seeking energetic, dynamic, and engaging Summer Camp Instructors to lead hands-on enrichment camps for students in grades K to 8. Camps serve two primary age groups, kindergarten through third grade and fourth grade through eighth grade, and focus on broad areas related to creativity, innovation, problem solving, and exploration, including camps centered around business concepts, technology, design, and creative learning.

Ideal candidates are enthusiastic individuals who bring high energy, creativity, and positivity into the classroom and enjoy working with children. Instructors play an important role in creating a fun, safe, and memorable summer experience that encourages curiosity, collaboration, and confidence, even for students who are learning these topics for the first time.

Lead daily camp instruction for students in kindergarten through third grade and or fourth grade through eighth grade. Deliver engaging, high energy activities using provided curriculum and materials.

Adapt instruction to meet the developmental needs and attention levels of different age groups. Facilitate hands-on projects and collaborative activities that encourage creativity and problem solving. Encourage teamwork as students work independently, in pairs, or in small groups.

Clearly explain ideas using age appropriate language and examples. Maintain a positive, fun, and structured learning environment.

Actively engage with students by modeling enthusiasm and curiosity throughout the day. Manage classroom behavior and transitions in a supportive and proactive manner.

Ensure student safety and supervise participants during instructional time and breaks. Communicate with camp coordinators regarding attendance, needs, and daily activities. Ensure responsible use of all equipment, technology, and materials.

Experience working with children or youth in any setting such as education, camps, tutoring, mentoring, coaching, or volunteering.

High energy, strong presence, and the ability to keep students engaged. Strong communication skills and a positive, student focused attitude.

Comfortable leading interactive, hands on, and fast paced activities. Basic technology skills and willingness to learn new tools or platforms. Ability to work collaboratively with staff and fellow instructors.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with children or teens in school, camp, tutoring, mentoring, volunteering, or similar environments. Interest in teaching, mentoring, or leading activities for elementary or middle school students.

Enthusiasm for hands on, interactive learning experiences.

Curiosity about creativity, problem solving, technology, innovation, or design. Willingness to learn, try new things, and guide students through new experiences. Teaching certification or coursework in education is a plus but not required.

Locations include the Denison Main Campus and the South Campus located in Van Alstyne.

Camp times include a morning session from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and an afternoon session from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Instructors may work one or both sessions and may indicate a preferred campus location when applying.

Camps run throughout the summer season from June 1 through July 31.

Ability to stand, move, and actively engage with students throughout the day. Ability to supervise young children and adolescents in a classroom or lab setting. Availability to work assigned summer camp dates.

Interview Process
Selected candidates will participate in an interview process designed to assess communication skills, instructional approach, and overall fit for a youth centered learning environment. Candidates may be asked to demonstrate their ability to engage students through interactive or instructional activities.

Instructors may teach in classrooms, computer labs, seminar rooms, or auditoriums. Camps emphasize creativity, collaboration, movement, discussion, and hands-on learning in a high energy summer setting.

GRAYSON COLLEGE IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY INSTITUTION PROVIDING EDUCATIONAL AND EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES ON THE BASIS OF MERIT AND WITHOUT DISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, RELIGION, GENDER, AGE, DISABILITY, OR ANY OTHERBASIS PROHIBITED BY LAW. 

The employer actively supports the Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations. For more information, please contact the human resources office at 903-463-8770 or gcjobs@grayson.edu.