Camp Invention Director
Listed on 2026-03-01
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Education / Teaching
Education Administration, Youth Development
- Position Type:
Athletics/Activities/ Coaching - Date Posted: 2/24/2026
- Closing Date: 03/13/2026
Program Dates:
June 1-5, 2026 through June 18, 2026
Program Times: 8:00 a.m.
- 4:00 p.m.
WAGE: varies from $625 - $1,300 based on camp enrollment numbers (min. enrollment required 35 participants). Includes one complimentary base price registration for the director's immediate child.
The Parma City School District is partnering with the National Inventors Hall of Fame to provide Camp Invention, a unique, week-long STEM enrichment program for children entering grades K-6 in our community. We are looking for local educators to inspire future innovators in this exciting summer experience!
Camp Invention Directors and Instructors engage children through hands‑on, inquiry‑based activities that are part of an overall storyline and theme. Each day features inventor stories, step‑by‑step instructions, guiding questions, and discussion prompts.
Many educators have found that they can apply their experiences from Camp Invention to their classroom during the school year, such as facilitating project‑based learning, practicing divergent and convergent thinking, incorporating open‑ended instruction, and implementing tips for teams.
- Flexible, creative, and enthusiastic.
- Passionate about engaging children.
- Interested or experienced in student‑led learning.
Instructors work with the local Camp Invention Director to:
- Inspire campers by leading daily hands‑on STEM activities
- Promote the local program by distributing flyers and promotional items around the local and surrounding communities and being active on social media
- Bring the excitement of innovation to children in our area
The Camp Invention Director role includes the following minimum expectations:
- Serve as liaison between the National Inventors Hall of Fame and the district
- Recruit and hire staff and volunteers
- Train and supervise program team members
- Coordinate site logistics, including student routines and safety
- Perform any other duties as required for successful program implementation
Postings current as of 2/27/2026 10:30:04 PM CST.
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