Camps on Campus Instructor - School Camps; 1st - 4th grade

Position Title

Camps on Campus Instructor - Cool School Camps (1st - 4th grade)

• Position Number: STMP
  18
• Working Title:
  
  Camps on Campus Instructor - Cool School Camps (1st - 4th grade)
• Division:
  Academic Affairs
• Department:
  School of Professional Studies
• Work Unit: SPS-Prg Mgmt & Summer
• Work Location:
  
  Main Campus
• Vacancy Open To:
  All Candidates
• Position Designation:
  Non-Student Temporary
• Employment Type:
  
  Temporary - Full-time
• Hours per week: 40
• Work Schedule:
  
  Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
• Pay Rate: $1300
• Proposed Hire Date: 07/13/2026
• Expected Length of Assignment: 1 week per camp assignment
• Posting Open Date: 01/20/2026

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
• Experience teaching and/or mentoring youth, teens, or young adults
• Experience working with children in grades 1st-4th
• Demonstrated experience in effective communication with parents and families
• Proficiency in conflict resolution strategies
• Must pass a criminal background check and complete Youth Protection Training with an 80% or higher
• Availability for mandatory orientation training before the camp season
• Knowledge and/or training in the content area of the camp

• First Aid/CPR certification
• NC teaching licensure
• Background working in a Summer Camp environment
• Proficiency in utilizing advanced features of the Google Suite, showcasing a high level of competency in digital tools and collaboration platforms

• Develop engaging, well‑organized lesson plans for a five‑day camp, incorporating active and experiential learning.
• Differentiate lessons for a wide range of abilities in grades 1st‑4th
• Create a comprehensive list of necessary supplies and ensure approval for a supply stipend.
• Maintain a positive and supportive environment for campers.
• Blend education with fun through dynamic teaching strategies.
• Address and resolve conflicts or disciplinary issues effectively, keeping the Program Director informed.
• Lead camp activities with the support of Camp Counselors.
• Participate in a mandatory live online training session conducted via Zoom.
• Cultivate a positive, patient, and enthusiastic demeanor, emphasizing a dedicated commitment to fostering a supportive environment for children and youth.
• Exhibit professionalism, accountability, and adept interpersonal skills consistently when interacting with campers, fellow staff members, and parents.
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills when engaging with staff, parents, and campers to ensure clarity and build positive relationships.

• Independently use stairs for safe evacuation during emergencies.
• Exhibit traits such as maturity, responsibility, accountability, creativity, patience, and enthusiasm.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal communication skills and a passion for working with minors.

Temporary staff employees are ineligible to receive benefits (leave, health coverage, State service credit, etc.). They are, however, covered by Worker's Compensation provisions. However, any non‑permanent employee hired to work 30 or more hours per week for three months or more (cumulative of all positions, and not designated as variable hour worker), must be offered the chance to enroll in the High Deductible Health Plan, within 30 days of their eligibility.

Any non‑permanent employee hired to work less than 30 hours per week (cumulative of all positions or designated as variable hour worker - i.e. student workers) are measured during designated measurement periods. If they average 30 or more hours per week over a designated measurement period, they will be offered the chance to enroll in the High Deductible Health Plan and will be notified of instructions.
Special Notes Regarding Eligibility for the High Deductible Health Plan
Temporary hourly workers (eligibility based on FTE, duration of more than 30 days) FTE .75+ (cumulative of all jobs) or measured full‑time, offered the high deductible health insurance
Temporary salaried workers (regardless of the FTE, duration of more than 30 days) Reported as…