Leadership Instructor - Middle and High School Summer Camps 2026
Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Silicon Valley Chapter · Palo Alto, CA · 1 mo ago
EducationFull-time
About the role
Education Unlimited® offers academic summer camps and pre‑college programs for students entering grades 4‑12, including public speaking, college admissions prep, science, acting, writing, computer, leadership, video production, and college tours. The A+ Leadership program serves middle school (grades 6‑8) and high school (grades 9‑12) students, with both online and on‑campus options at UCLA, UC Berkeley, Stanford, and Georgetown.
Two position types are available:
- Online Instructors – lead classes via Zoom and Google Classroom with cohorts of approximately 6‑8 students. All curriculum materials are provided; instructors need a reliable computer and internet connection and a quiet, professional space from which to host class.
- On‑Campus Instructors – positions at UCLA, UC Berkeley, Stanford, and Georgetown. These are residential roles; housing is provided in university residence halls. Limited commuter positions may also be available for local instructors.
Responsibilities
- Guide students through the Education Unlimited Leadership curriculum to help them become clearer, confident, and effective leaders and to enjoy leadership activities.
- Assist students as needed in one‑on‑one feedback sessions.
- Lead students in a showcase at the end of camp.
- Track student work and submit deliverables to the camp director and EU home office.
- On‑campus instructors: assist the camp director with active supervision, recreational activities, and some administrative tasks.
- Be mature, reliable, and able to work well with fellow staffers.
- Act as mentors, help lead field trips, and guide students on excursions.
- With the support of the entire staff, share responsibility for the health and safety of students while fulfilling instructional objectives.
Qualifications
- Typically have a strong speech and debate background, are studying communications at the graduate level, or have significant experience teaching and mentoring students in leadership.
- 2+ years’ experience teaching leadership at any level.
- Bachelor's degree required; preference given to those with an advanced degree.
- A passion for leadership and working with students.
- A deep sense of professionalism.
- Self‑motivation and follow‑through.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Schedule
Camp sessions are each one week in length and run from June 14 to August 9, 2026. Instructors may be hired for one or more weeks; applicants should indicate which weeks they are available to work.
Middle School Sessions (Grades 6‑8)
- Online: June 22‑26 and July 13‑17
- UC Berkeley: July 5‑10
- Stanford: July 12‑17
- Georgetown: July 19‑24
- UCLA: July 26‑31
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