What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Camp Instructor (Spartan Prep) - Engineering position at Inside Higher Ed?
Position Summary
Description
The Summer Camp Instructor plans and delivers instruction on specified topics to registered Spartan Prep campers (grades nine through twelve). Responsibilities include preparing and executing a four-day course and daily lesson plans; related to Engineering; fostering a healthy learning environment; assisting in transitioning campers to and from other camp activities; and communicating, as needed, with other camp personnel and campus offices. Camp will run from Monday, June 15, 2026 - Thursday, June 18, 2026.
Outcomes
Plan 20%
York College of Pennsylvania is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Non-Discriminatory. For a copy of York College's Annual Security Report, you may contact the Office of Campus Safety or visit the website: Annual Security Report.
Description
The Summer Camp Instructor plans and delivers instruction on specified topics to registered Spartan Prep campers (grades nine through twelve). Responsibilities include preparing and executing a four-day course and daily lesson plans; related to Engineering; fostering a healthy learning environment; assisting in transitioning campers to and from other camp activities; and communicating, as needed, with other camp personnel and campus offices. Camp will run from Monday, June 15, 2026 - Thursday, June 18, 2026.
Outcomes
- A healthy, congenial, educational, fun, and invigorating summer camp experience.
- A well-maintained, safe, effectively-operating, camp environment.
- A positive contribution to the York College Summer Academy.
Plan 20%
- Develop a syllabus and daily lesson plans for instruction in the specified topic.
- Compile a list of supplies for the camp and coordinate procurement with the Office of Campus and Special Events.
- Prepare special instructions/needs for camp attendees.
- Familiarize with and prepare facilities for safe and effective use.
- Lead campers in instructional activities.
- Maintain an appropriate environment:
- Safe
- Positive
- Enriching
- Fun
- Keep a structured, on-time schedule.
- Ensure site cleanliness by guiding campers through daily routines and cleanup tasks.
- Inform the Summer Camp Director, Camp Counselors, and Campus Nurse of needs and issues.
- Interact with parents/guardians regarding instructions and special needs.
- Share information, as needed, with campus offices (Campus and Special Events, Campus Safety, Dining Services, Campus Operations, etc.).
- Follow safety and emergency procedures and guidelines.
- Bachelor’s Degree in the STEM field or education.
- At least one year of experience instructing in an educational setting.
- Ability to work effectively in a collegiate setting with enrolled and prospective students, faculty, administrators, staff, alumni, and the greater college community.
- Excellent organization, attention to detail, and customer relations skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to positively communicate with children and fellow workers.
- Ability to problem solve and effectively deal with conflict.
- Demonstrated capability in planning, organizing, and executing educational activities.
York College of Pennsylvania is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Non-Discriminatory. For a copy of York College's Annual Security Report, you may contact the Office of Campus Safety or visit the website: Annual Security Report.