Applicants must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be prepared to fulfill all job duties related to the Lead Curriculum Mentor position which include: 

• Providing supervision, instruction, and ongoing assistance to program staff, campers, and volunteers during programs. Is the liaison between the Office of Science Outreach team and the other summer positions.  

• Leading the classroom behavior management and staying on schedule. Each camp includes up to 6 curriculum mentors and 24 campers per classroom. 

• Follow protocol regarding handling of behaviors and special needs of Science-U participants, give Office of Science Outreach staff input and feedback on effectiveness of behavior protocols. 

• Other duties as assigned. 

Requirements: Demonstrated success and enthusiasm with K-12 students in a formal classroom or camp setting, excellent interpersonal, organizational, and verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multi-task and learn on-the-job. Must be a proactive self-starter with willingness to adapt to changing position requirements. Schedule will be communicated well in advance. First Aid/CPR certification and demonstrated experience with behavior management is preferred. 
 

Compensation: A typical work week for most camps is 40 hours per week and the hourly wage starts at $18.70 per hour.  Applications must be submitted electronically and should include a cover letter with a statement of teaching/outreach/supervision experience and a resume. Applicants must supply the names and contact information for at least two references in their cover letter or resume. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until all positions are filled. Please visit Science-U Employment Opportunities for a complete listing off all Science-U positions available.