Summer Camp Instructor

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, age-appropriate instruction for a week-long academic course.
• Develop a course outline including learning objectives, activities, and instructional materials.
• Facilitate hands-on, inquiry-based learning experiences that encourage curiosity and critical thinking.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for students.
• Work collaboratively with program staff and counselors to support student engagement and success.
• Participate in required instructor orientation prior to the start of camp.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the instructional program.

Requirements

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate with program staff and follow program guidelines.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate with program staff and follow program guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• Demonstrated experience working with youth or students.

Department Preferences

• Teaching certificate or classroom teaching experience.
• Experience teaching grades K-12 or working with youth summer camps.
• Graduate students or professionals with expertise in an academic field.
• Experience designing hands-on or project-based learning activities.

Benefits

• No benefits.

Pay

Targeted salary $700.00 stipend for the instructional week, based on experience.

Schedule

Flexible schedule during the weeks of May 25 - August 7, 2026.

Travel

Not required.

For Best Consideration

Date: 04/30/2026

Position Introduction

The University of Oklahoma Precollegiate Programs is seeking instructors to teach week-long academic enrichment courses for students participating in Summer 2026 programs, including Mini College (rising 1st – 6th), Horizons (rising 7th – 8th), and Project Crossroads (rising 9th – 12th). Instructors lead engaging, inquiry-based learning experiences designed to introduce students to academic disciplines through hands-on activities, discussions, and collaborative projects. Courses may cover a wide range of subject areas including STEM, humanities, social sciences, arts, and interdisciplinary fields. Summer programs are held on the University of Oklahoma Norman campus and typically run Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM.

Additional Information

• Background check required prior to employment.
• Participation in instructor training is required prior to the start of camp.
• Programs are held on the University of Oklahoma Norman campus.