Youth Program Instructor

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Reporting to the Director of Pre-college Youth Programs, the Summer Youth Program Instructor is responsible for delivering high-quality academic enrichment in literacy and/or math to students entering grades 3 through 5. The instructor will implement engaging and developmentally appropriate lessons based on a designated curriculum and provide a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment. In addition to instructing elementary students, the instructor will serve as a mentor to high school aspiring educators, guiding them as they assist with lesson planning and classroom activities.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Plan and implement daily academic enrichment lessons in literacy and/or math using Scholastic’s LitCamp and/or MathCamp curriculum.
• Adapt instructional strategies to meet the diverse learning needs and styles of students in grades 3–5.
• Create a supportive, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment that fosters academic growth and positive relationships.
• Mentor and guide high school aspiring educators who are assisting in the classroom:
  • Provide direction and modeling in lesson co-planning, instructional support, and student engagement.
  • Offer regular feedback to help develop their skills as future educators.

• Collaborate with program staff to ensure smooth daily operations and a cohesive learning experience for all participants.
• Monitor and support student progress, behavior, and well-being throughout the program day.
• Participate in weekly program meetings and daily planning sessions.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, colleagues, and program administrators.

Qualifications:

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Valid elementary (K-6) teaching license.
• Three or more years of experience teaching literacy and/or math at the elementary level.
• Strong classroom management, instructional planning, and organizational skills.
   

Preferred qualifications

• Ability to mentor and support high school students interested in teaching careers.
   

Personal attributes and traits

• Commitment to inclusive, culturally responsive, and developmentally appropriate teaching practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team and maintain a positive, professional demeanor.
   

Part-Time Project Employee Hourly Rate - $50.00/hour

Job Type: Part-time (up to 28 hours per week)

Dates: July 6-July 30, 2026 (Mondays-Thursdays)

Times: 9:00am-1:00pm and/or 12:00-4:00pm

Invitation to apply

• Interested candidates will be prompted to:
  • Complete an application
  • Submit a cover letter and resume
  • Submit copies of teaching license/s
  • Provide contact information for three professional references

Submission of all documents listed is required for consideration and all documents should be uploaded where prompted to upload your resume/cv.

General questions related to this application process, please contact h[email protected]. Please include with your inquiry the Job Requisition number beginning with R as well as the job title and department.

Salary Range:

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