KEY Camp Instructor

Department:
Community Education and Lifelong Learning

The position of KEY Camp Instructor assists with the implementation of the camp by developing and delivering high‑quality educational experiences to campers. Camp instructors must be available to work one full day before camp begins and through the duration of the camp. Classes are offered Monday through Thursday:
Full Time = 8:30 am‑3:30 pm and Part Time = 8:30 am‑11:30 am or 12:30 pm‑3:30 pm. Camp instructors are expected to be present at the camp opening ceremonies on Sundays.

• Cooperate with community education staff to coordinate the camp program for gifted and academically‑minded students.
• Provide quality educational courses that emphasize academic content and 21st‑century skills in an area of expertise.
• Promote campers’ curiosity by incorporating hands‑on and inquiry‑based learning into the course.
• Provide students with opportunities to explore their talents, strengths, and academic interests through age‑appropriate learning experiences.
• Submit a supply/material list to the community education coordinator.
• Prepare and organize materials, labs, activities, and lectures.
• Conduct classroom setup and cleanup.
• Provide clear communication to campers about camp and classroom expectations, rules, and procedures.
• Supervise campers during class and use effective classroom‑management techniques.
• Promote an inclusive and positive camp environment.
• Supervise and guide the classroom aide and provide timely feedback.
• Participate in and assist with all camp training.
• Comply with all applicable laws and Casper College policies.
• Know, follow, and enforce all safety guidelines.
• Know campers’ dietary restrictions/allergies and ensure that campers do not have access to restricted meals/snacks.
• Maintain necessary documentation and accurate program records, including incident reports and class attendance.
• Ensure the proper use of all facilities at all times.
• Follow and enforce all behavioral expectations.
• Identify, solve, and report problems with scheduling, staffing, supplies, and other issues to ensure campers have a high‑quality camp experience.
• Demonstrate appropriate behavior and use appropriate language at all times.
• Immediately report incidents and accidents to the camp nurse and the lead counselor, or campus security.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• 21 years old or older.
• Bachelor’s degree in education or equivalent experience in the area of expertise – graduate students encouraged to apply.
• Ability to relate to and communicate well with children.
• Ability to supervise classroom aide and campers.
• Ability to take direction and work as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to effectively organize and prioritize assigned work and to solve complex problems.
• Ability to pass a background check.

• Experience teaching middle school students.

• Typical work environment is a classroom, lab setting, and/or outdoor areas.
• Must be available to work one full day before camp begins, and through the duration of the camp.
• Expected to be present at the camp opening ceremonies on Sundays for the duration of the camp.

• Employee must be able to move easily across a variety of indoor and outdoor terrain and participate in a variety of activities.
• Employee must be able to stand or sit for long periods, speak, hear, use hands and fingers to handle materials and use a computer, feel, and reach with hands and arms. Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds may be required.

• Complete Casper College online application.
• CV/Resume.
• Cover letter describing interest.
• Copies of transcripts.

• Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
• Official transcripts required upon employment.
• Wage
  • Full time: $2,000.00 stipend: lunch Monday – Thursday.
  • Part time: $1,000.00 stipend.

• June 7 – June 18, 2026.