Summer Camp Instructor

Job Location: California Lutheran University - Thousand Oaks , CA 91360 Salary: $19.00 per hour Position Type: Full Time, Seasonal About Brains and Motion Education Brains and Motion Education is a leading provider of STEM, Arts and Sports for students ages 4 to 18. Our engaging programs are designed to prepare the next generation of leaders and innovators while ensuring learning is exciting, memorable, and fun! Operating at schools and universities nationwide, BAM! has partnered with over 350 academic institutions and has impacted the lives of more than 25,000 students through after‑school programs and seasonal camps. Job Description We are seeking Summer Camp Instructors with expertise and enthusiasm to lead specialized STEM camps at university campuses. These camps offer students an opportunity to explore robotics, game design, engineering, and maker‑based projects in an immersive and collaborative environment. You’ll deliver well‑crafted lessons that inspire curiosity, problem‑solving, and creativity while fostering a positive, supportive atmosphere for students. With a provided curriculum and materials, you’ll focus on making STEM learning accessible and exciting. Key Responsibilities Facilitate hands‑on activities that engage students in STEM concepts, ensuring an interactive and immersive experience. Manage groups of 10–12 campers, fostering a collaborative and inclusive learning environment. Demonstrate strong classroom management skills to ensure a focused and engaging learning environment. Collaborate with team members to enhance the camp experience and address camper needs effectively. Communicate with parents and guardians as needed, providing updates on student progress and camp activities. Specialized Instructor Roles Robotics Instructor Lead Engaging Hands‑On Projects: Guide students in constructing robots using LEGO kits, Dash Robots, or Strawbees, blending creativity and engineering principles. Teach Coding Integration: Introduce programming basics to control robotic movements and complete challenges using MakeCode, Python, and Scratch. Foster Problem‑Solving Skills: Encourage teamwork and critical thinking during design and debugging sessions. Incorporate Durable Skills: Emphasize resilience, patience, and responsibility through iterative project work. Organize Robot Competitions: Plan and facilitate fun, goal‑oriented contests to test student creations. Engineering Instructor Design Build Challenges: Facilitate lessons on building structures and mechanisms, from catapults to Rube Goldberg machines, to teach engineering principles. Integrate Real‑World Concepts: Connect activities to physical laws like gravity and momentum, making STEM engaging and practical. Guide Creative Exploration: Encourage innovation by allowing students to brainstorm and test unique designs. Support Team Collaboration: Create group‑based projects where students build and present solutions together. Showcase Student Work: Lead exhibitions or project showcases to celebrate achievements and reinforce learning. Coding Instructor Teach Fundamentals: Lead sessions on coding basics using text and/or block‑based tools such as Scratch, MakeCode, Minecraft Redstone, and JavaScript. Develop Games & Applications: Guide students in creating games, animations, or interactive apps to reinforce coding concepts. Introduce AI and Esports: Provide a glimpse into advanced topics such as artificial intelligence or game‑based competitions. Enhance Digital Literacy: Help students gain skills in file management, debugging, and navigating development environments. Encourage Problem‑Solving: Use coding challenges to foster analytical thinking and persistence in troubleshooting. Sports Instructor Run Multi‑Sport Activities: Organize sessions in basketball, soccer, flag football, tennis, and more, focusing on basic skills and teamwork. Promote Physical Literacy: Teach coordination, flexibility, and endurance through fun and age‑appropriate drills. Incorporate SEL: Use games to highlight values such as fairness, discipline, and inclusivity. Organize Mini Tournaments: Facilitate friendly competitions to build camaraderie and enhance skill application. Adapt to Student Needs: Modify activities to suit varying abilities and ensure a supportive, engaging environment for all. Qualifications At least 1–2 years of experience teaching, tutoring, or working in STEM‑related programs, camps, or educational settings. Expertise in one or more of the following: robotics, engineering, game design, or maker‑based projects. Ability to work with kids in Grades TK‑8, providing a positive and enriching experience. Ability to resolve conflicts that may arise between campers quickly and effectively. Ability to foster the personal growth of all campers and ensure a fun, safe and welcome environment. Possess excellent communication skills, able to clearly and positively interact with both campers and their parents. Strong organizational skills. Must possess a current, government‑issued photo identification, such as a valid driver’s license or state ID, and have dependable transportation to travel to assigned program locations as needed. Ability to lift and carry 20–50 lbs. occasionally (with or without accommodations). Must be available Monday‑Friday between 8:00AM‑6:00PM. Are willing and able to participate in Brains & Motion summer camp training and complete a background check before camp begins. Full‑time availability from June to August 2025, Monday‑Friday, 8:00AM–6:00PM. Details Dates: 29th June 2026 – 7th August 2026, Monday to Friday 8am – 6pm. Wage: $19/hour. Job Type: Full Time, Seasonal. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Brains and Motion Education is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Brains And Motion Education