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Job Description Gilmour Academy  Summer Camp Instructor Position: Digital Arts, Technology & STEM

“We think we're preparing kids for tomorrow. Kids just think it's cool!”

Are you passionate about Tech Education, Video Games, Coding, Digital Arts, Minecraft™ or STEM? The Gilmour Academy, in conjunction with Black Rocket Productions, is seeking enthusiastic, motivated and talented individuals to work as Lead Instructors to help teach exciting STEM classes in 2025!

We are seeking enthusiastic, motivated and talented individuals to work as Lead and Assistant Instructors in our Summer programs.

Summer seasonal position (4-8 weeks)

In-room with kids ages 6-8, 8-11, and 11-14

Comprehensive training!

No formal experience required

Spend the summer with our AMAZING students having fun with technology!

General Requirements:

Located within commuting distance of Gates Mills, OH and reliable transportation

Experience with children in an educational setting preferred but not required 

Strong technology skills are preferred, such as 3D modeling, coding, game creation or design, animation, robotics, modifying games, video editing, competitive gaming, significant knowledge of Minecraft or Roblox, etc.

Available to start online training in the spring - open May 1st (Train at your own pace.)

Must be authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to offer accommodations or work sponsorship.

Must be available to work a minimum of 4 weeks, Monday through Friday

Lead Instructor Requirements:

21 years of age or older

College graduates with a degree in education, digital arts, computer science, information technology or related fields and/or significant relevant work experience are ideal. College seniors with experience with groups of kids are also encouraged to apply.

Experience teaching kids is not required, but the ideal candidate will have some experience with kids in a formal or informal setting (classroom, volunteering, childcare, tutoring, coaching, etc.)

Ability to lead a class of up to 12 kids solo and 24 kids with an assistant in a technology setting

Potential opportunities to move into supervisory roles in future years

Ability to manage and safely transfer equipment as needed for various classes

Assistant Instructor Requirements:

18 years of age or older

Able to commit to a full week of work, M-F, approximately 8:30 - 4:30. We are happy to give weeks off throughout the summer, but not days within a work week, as camps run for a full week with the same group of kids.

College students studying education, computer science, digital arts, information technology, or in similar fields are encouraged to apply.

Those with strong tech or digital arts and troubleshooting skills will be most successful in this position

Experience with kids in a formal or informal setting is a plus, such as babysitting, volunteering, coaching, tutoring, etc.

Experience and Skills

Qualifications for Lead Instructor:

Minimum of a completed Bachelor’s degree 

Teaching Certification preferred, but not required 

Teaching experience is preferred, but not required 

Duties of our Instructors include, but are not limited to: 

Prepare adequately by reviewing and internalizing the prepared curricula for the courses to be taught.

Prepare for and deliver multiple rotations of BRP curriculum per day to groups of up to 24 campers.

Familiarize oneself with the necessary software in order to educate and utilize in the classroom.

Implement the curriculum as written, adapting it as needed to improve the camper experience or accommodate individual campers.

Provide leadership, energy and camp spirit, constantly assessing group dynamics and the needs of individual campers.

Supervise Assistant Instructors working in your program area and inspire them to become excellent instructors.

Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in and outside the classroom. 

Job Benefits

Lead Instructors earn $750 per week for a 1/2 day camp, M-F

Lead Instructors earn $1500 per week for a full day of camp instruction, M-F

Some counselor positions available at $15.00 per hour