Instructor - Education jobs in Roanoke, VA

Looking for a fun and rewarding summer job? Are you enthusiastic about math? The Roanoke Higher Education Center is seeking three dynamic and energetic summer math camp lead instructors for a 4-week summer math camp geared toward rising 4th - 6th graders who are seeking a fun way to learn math.

This is a part-time temporary position at the Roanoke Higher Education Center. You must be available to work from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm Monday through Friday and work all four weeks of camp, plus training time.

Camp dates are:

• July 8 through August 2

Rate of Pay: $22.00 per hour (Training time is also paid)

As a camp employee, we expect that you…

• Work all four weeks of camp
• Attend mandatory training workshops prior to the beginning of camp
• Have a mathematics degree and/or a mathematics teaching certificate
• Lead a group of campers through a structured curriculum over the camp period
• Administer pre- and post- assessments of student progress and other surveys as required

As a math camp instructor, you…

• Are knowledgeable and enthusiastic about math
• Present math content to both individuals and groups in an engaging way
• Work well with children
• Lead, teach, supervise, and engage students throughout the camp day
• Safeguard the physical, emotional, and intellectual safety of camp participants
• Positively supervise students with kindness, honesty, and empathy
• Partner with your camp staff for scheduling each camp day
• Take part in training and staff meetings
• Keep records of basic student information, course topics, time worked, and other information deemed necessary

Qualifications

• Degree in math education (preferred) or a college student majoring in math education
• Experienced summer math instructor preferred
• Professional, collaborator, flexible, honest, and patient with campers
• Must be knowledgeable in Microsoft Outlook
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Great verbal, listening, and interpersonal skills
• Inclusive and culturally sensitive with students, camp counselors, and coworkers
• Summer camp counselor experience and first aid training a plus
• Demonstrate good problem-solving skills, patience, and flexibility

Work Hours

This is a temporary, part-time position for the summer of 2024. Work hours are based on camp hours and are typically Monday - Friday from 8:00 am to 1 pm. This position is paid on an hourly basis and will last approximately four weeks. A background check is required.

A full position description and required job application is available at https://www.education.edu/careers/

Interested individuals must submit a separate RHEA employment application and current resume via email for consideration. Applications must be received by May 15, but hiring will take place on a first-come, first-served basis, and the positions may be filled before the closing date.

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 29.5 per week

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Roanoke, VA 24016: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person