Mock Trial Instructor Summer Camp 2026
Camp Dates
Camp sessions are each one week in length and run from June 10 to August 5. Instructors may be hired for one or more weeks. Please indicate which weeks you are available to work on the application.
Job Description
This is a temporary summer camp position. The Mock Trial Instructor is responsible for guiding high school and/or middle school students through Education Unlimited’s mock trial curriculum. Instructors teach daily seminars and workshops, and should be natural leaders and enthusiastic about working with young people. Instructors should be prepared to give small lectures throughout the week, and also manage and prep students for trial. Instructors will also be responsible for tracking student work and handing in any deliverables to the camp director and EU home office.
Qualifications
- 2+ years experience teaching, leading, coaching, or participating in mock trial.
- A practicing attorney, former practicing attorney, or legal expert
- Proven ability to lead small or large groups.
- A calm and professional demeanor.
- The willingness and ability to work long hours.
- Self-motivation and follow-through.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong people skills.
- Strong public speaking skills.
- A passion for education.
Additional Requirements for On-Campus Instructors
- In addition to teaching responsibilities, instructors should be available and willing to assist the camp director with active supervision, recreational activities, and some administrative tasks.
- Instructors should be mature, reliable, and able to work well with fellow staffers.
- Instructors are also expected to act as mentors, and will help lead field trips and guide students on excursions.
- With the support of the entire staff, instructors are responsible for the health and safety of students, in addition to fulfilling instructional objectives.
Additional Requirements for Online Instructors
- Online instructors need to have access to a reliable computer and reliable internet connection.
- They should have a strong working knowledge of how to use Zoom and Google Classroom.
- Refresher training will be provided.