Summer Camp 2026 Instructor: Part-time

Eastern Iowa Community College District•Davenport, IA

65d•$25

About The Position

Eastern Iowa Community Colleges (EICC) is looking for passionate educators, professionals, creatives, and hobbyists who want to make a difference by teaching in our 2026 Summer Camp Program. These camps are all about hands-on learning, creativity, and exploration for youth ages 8-16. Instructors are responsible for the well-being and education of the students. A lead instructor may have either a degree/experience in education or significant experience in one of the content areas being taught. In addition to teaching responsibilities, lead instructors are also responsible for supervision and adherence to site policies. This position is temporary, part-time for our Continuing Education department. The Camp runs in June and July; workweeks are Monday-Thursday. Hours are typically 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, and 1:00 PM -4:00 PM, but are scheduled based on your preference and availability. For more information about the camp offerings, campus locations, and age ranges, please visit Summer Camps | EICC. Camp Locations Scott Community College John T. Blong Technology Center Clinton Community College DeWitt Career Academy Maquoketa Center Muscatine Community College A background check will be required for pre-employment.

Requirements

Teaching and classroom management experience.
Have a strong understanding of the course concepts being taught, as well as any techniques and software involved.
Enthusiasm for the subjects and desire to help design and teach fun, innovative, multidisciplinary courses.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
A specialty and passion, such as programming and robotics, or experimentation and statistics.
Camp runs in June and July
Depending on the content, camps can be 1, 2, or 4 days.
Hours are typically 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM, but are scheduled based on your preference and availability.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of a completed bachelor's degree.
Teaching Certification preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Course Development:
Design and update course materials, lesson plans, handouts, and assessments.
Incorporate a variety of teaching methods and technologies to accommodate different learning styles.
Ensure course content is current, relevant, and aligned with industry standards or learner needs.
Instruction:
Deliver engaging and effective instruction in person or online, as appropriate for the course delivery format.
Vary instructional approaches to appeal to multiple learning styles.
Utilize teaching methods that support adult learning theory, building upon experiential knowledge and understanding and providing contextualized scope.
Facilitate class discussions, activities, and practical exercises to reinforce learning.
Provide clear explanations of complex concepts and skills.
Conduct courses in a manner that helps participants to stay engaged in the learning process and meet course objectives.
Plan for and ensure participants' health and safety during training.
Student Assessment:
Evaluate student performance through assignments, exams, projects, and participation.
Provide timely and constructive feedback to help students improve.
Maintain accurate records of student progress and attendance.
Communication and Support
Respond to student inquiries and provide guidance as needed.
Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment.
Communicate course expectations, objectives, and policies clearly to students.
Administrative Duties:
Complete and submit required documentation, such as attendance records, grades, and course evaluations in a timely manner.
Assist with marketing and promotion of continuing education courses as needed.
Adhere to all institutional policies and procedures.