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Summer Camp Technology Instructor - Sacramento

Edventure More

Summer Camp Technology Instructor - Sacramento

Sacramento, CA
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    The EDMO Technology Instructor is responsible for running the EDMO Technology classroom, including instruction of Roblox, Minecraft and Scratch Jr. to our 1st-4th grade campers. Instructors train on all EDMO Technology curriculum and teach four classes a day bringing this interactive technical curriculum to life for our campers. Instructors should be prepared for a summer filled with personal and professional growth, classroom management practice and a whole lot of FUN!

    Main duties include:

    • Approach education with passion and excitement and build positive role model relationships with campers
    • Set-up, organize and manage the maker classroom including supplies, curriculum and classroom management
    • Lead four rotations of enrichment curriculum daily with themes varying by week
    • Manager Counselors and LITs while in the maker classroom
    • Refine curriculum and add personal contributions as seen fit with guidance of the Camp Director
    • Work closely with the Camp Director and other staff members to create fun camp games, songs, skits and activities - and participate in all
    • Assist in daily camper check in and check out procedures
    • Interact with parents in a professional and energetic manner
    • Help cultivate healthy self-esteem and a natural love for learning
    • Instill the EDMO Vibe of kindness, respect, honesty and FUN in all campers

    Position reports to: Camp Director

    Manages: Counselors & LITs

  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

     

    • Bachelors Degree (or degree in progress) in a related field and/or relevant experience 
    • Classroom teaching experience preferred but not required
    • A love for video games 
    • Proficient with computers and general technology
    • Able to troubleshoot technical problems 
    • Basic familiarity with Minecraft, Roblox, or coding in general 
    • Be creative, patient, positive and willing to problem solve
    • Experience (and a love for!) working with kids
    • High sense of responsibility and dependability 
    • Previous camp experience preferred but not required
    • Strong team player
    • Experience facilitating groups of children and/or working youth programs with proven classroom management is preferred
      • Bonus: 
        • Have an understanding of the core mechanics of Minecraft, such as:
          • Survival Mode vs. Creative Mode
          • How items are crafted
          • The properties of tools and armor
          • What a "mod" is
          • How to use commands
        • Experience playing Minecraft in a multiplayer server

    Note: Do not be discouraged if you only have experience/expertise in one subject area. We love teaching like-minded humans!

     

    Additional Information

    SALARY:

    • $13 - $18 / Hour Based on Location and Experience + Overtime at 1.5 x hourly rate

    HOURS: 

    • 7:45 am - 4:15 pm: Monday - Friday

    • Additional Assigned Overtime until 6pm.

    DATES:

    • This is a Full-Time Summer Position running 5 - 10 weeks from June - August depending on location. Please visit our website at campedmo.org to see specific dates for each location. 

    • Training: Staff training will take place the week prior to the start date of the assigned location as well as mandatory curriculum training TBD.

    • Extended weeks and school year work are also available for qualified candidates. Ask for more info!

    APPLICATION DETAILS:

    • Resumes are accepted on a rolling basis until positions are filled. The sooner you apply, the better your chances.

    • Please attach your resume and cover letter in a PDF form to ensure compatibility.

    ALUMNI STAFF:

    • If you have worked for us in past summers, please use the alumni link emailed to you to submit your application for 2018.

     

     

    _WE LOOK FORWARD TO RECEIVING YOUR APPLICATION! _If you have questions about our job opportunities please contact Greg Nelson at 415.282.6673.

    CAMP EDMO is powered by Edventure More, a year-round 501(c)(3) non-profit enrichment organization. 5% of summer camp proceeds and 100% of donations support camp scholarships and subsidized science, maker and technology programs in local schools.