Science Summer Camp Instructor

Job description

Join our team as a Summer Science Camp Instructor and inspire the next generation of scientists! We are seeking passionate and energetic individuals to lead hands-on experiments and activities for children ages 4-12. As an Instructor, you will have the opportunity to foster curiosity and creativity in a fun and engaging learning environment. If you are excited about science education and love working with children, we encourage you to apply!

Our one week stand alone camps usually run Monday to Friday. Full day and half day camps vary by location and topic. Materials, curriculum, and training are provided. Two instructors are scheduled per week for each location. Dependable means of transportation essential. There will be additional time necessary for prep and cleaning up at the beginning and end of the day, typically an hour before camp on Monday, 1/2 hour the rest of the week and time after camp to clean and prep for the next day.

• Commitment is essential. Families and children who are eager to have a positive experience with science are counting on you.
• This is an independent contractor position. With the opportunity to work one week of camp or work multiple weeks.
• Some experience working with children is required.
• There will be a paid training in June.
• Up-to-date background checks, first aid, CPR are required prior to the start of camp.
• Pay is as follows: Lead instructors – Full Day: $600 per week, Half Day: $325 per week. Assistant instructors – Full day: $475 per week, Half Day: $275 per week. Pay for short weeks is prorated.

We have immediate openings at:

Sanford School, 6900 Lancaster Pike, Hockessin, DE 19707

• Week of 6/24, Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 3:00pm, ages 7 - 11
• Week of 6/24, Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 12:00pm, ages 7 - 11
• Week of 7/15, Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 3:00pm, ages 7 - 11
• Week of 7/15, Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 3:00pm, ages 7 - 11
• Week of 7/22, Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 12:00pm, ages 4 - 6

Independence School, 1300 Paper Mill Rd, Newark, DE

• Week of 7/8, Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 4:00pm, ages 7 - 11
• Week of 7/24, Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 4:00pm, ages 7 - 11
• Week of 8/5, Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 4:00pm, ages 7 - 11

Please check out our other listings and website for more Summer Camp locations! Scienceexplorers.com

Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years old
- High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework in education or related field preferred
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Must have valid DE state Background Checks

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $600.00 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Referral program

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• working with school age childen: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Hockessin, DE 19707 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Hockessin, DE 19707: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person