Curiosity Camp Instructor - Summertime Seasonal

Rochester Museum & Science Center • Rochester, NY

382d • $35,360 - $35,360

About The Position

The Curiosity Camp Instructor is responsible for planning and implementing themed summer camp sessions for children aged 3-14 at the Rochester Museum & Science Center. This role involves leading a teaching team, ensuring a safe and engaging learning environment, and facilitating hands-on educational experiences. Instructors will also manage classroom dynamics, maintain records, and communicate with campers and their families.

Requirements

• Experience working in an educational setting (formal or informal) with children aged 3-14.
• Outgoing personality with a love for interacting with children and lifelong learning.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to correspond effectively via email.
• Physical ability to move classroom supplies and equipment weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to host programs for extended periods, standing and sitting, and moving around the classroom and campus.
• Experience developing, implementing, and evaluating hands-on, child-directed curriculum.
• Familiarity with summer camp settings, museums, and informal education.
• CPR and first aid certification or willingness to become certified.

Nice To Haves

• 1 year of childcare experience (preferred).
• First Aid Certification (preferred).
• CPR Certification (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Actively teach and supervise campers for the duration of the camp day.
• Use best practices in classroom management to ensure campers are safe and inspired to learn.
• Implement educational programs and activities based on lesson plans.
• Facilitate hands-on learning experiences, adapting to campers' needs and interests.
• Understand and enforce all RMSC procedures related to health, safety, and emergencies.
• Identify and respond to campers' medical and behavioral needs, reporting to Camp Administration as necessary.
• Keep accurate records of attendance, medical/behavioral concerns, accidents/injuries, and program evaluations.
• Facilitate daily check-in and check-out, communicating with campers and their families.
• Direct a teaching team, providing leadership and support.
• Create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all campers and families.
• Attend and participate in all Curiosity Camps meetings, training sessions, and workshops.
• Maintain a clean and organized camp environment, communicating needs with Camp Administration.
• Participate in off-season programming if possible.

Benefits

• Competitive pay starting from $17.00 per hour.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic educational environment.
• Experience in a museum and informal education setting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions
• Education Level: No Education Listed