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Department:
Newton Community Education
Job Title:
Instructor Summer Camp 2025
FLSA Status:
(Exempt/Nonexempt)
Reports to:
Summer Program Coordinator
In compliance with state and federal laws Newton Public Schools is committed to equity antiracism anda nondiscrimination policyfor students employees and prospective applicants. All educational and employment determinations are based on an individuals qualifications and achievements without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation age pregnancy gender identity genetic information national origin ancestry homelessness physical or mental disability veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and/or federal statute.
About our instructors: NCE Instructors deliver engaging and educational classes and programming to campers of all ages. Instructors are responsible for class preparation and planning teaching student supervision attendance and all safety protocols cleanup and online meeting hosting (if applicable). Instructors are organized flexible and able to problemsolve; calm under pressure; effective communicators with adults counselors and campers and should have experience working with children in a recreational setting. Instructors are supervised by the Summer Program Coordinator and the Enrichment or Sports Camp Director.
About Newton Community Education
Our mission is to build a strong inclusive community through learning enrichment and connection. We are a selfsustaining arm of the Newton Public Schools are dedicated to lifelong learning and are committed to providing access for all youth of all abilities races language backgrounds genders and income levels.
Required Qualifications
Ability and commitment to abide by all standards and practices detailed in the Kids Instructor Expectations document
Support NCEs commitment to inclusion and access by participating in the Financial Assistance Policy
2 years working with children in an educational or recreational setting
Strong expertise and enthusiasm in the relevant content area
An inclusive mindset and commitment to engaging all enrolled students regardless of background experience level English language ability etc.
History of reliability punctuality and overall responsibility.
Proficiency in a second language a plus
Excellent references
Clean CORI/SORI/fingerprint background check
For online teachers strong technological competency and online meetinghosting skills are a must
Actively work to support NCEs mission and values
Provide a course description to the summer program coordinator at least 6 weeks prior to the start of the course by when
Provide the program coordinator with a syllabus/plan for progressively developing students skills throughout the program at least 3 weeks before the start of the course. The course should have clear learning objectives and the activities of each lesson should be planned in advance to meet those objectives
Prepare materials necessary for the course and each class including preparing and receiving approval for a materials budget if applicable. Visual instructions are important for access for English language learners and students with hearing impairments and should be posted and clear as much as possible
Read and abide by the summer staff handbook
Attend the summer camp training
Use intentional activities and language to foster a sense of belonging and community in the
classroom. Classes should have students doing and/or talking the majority of the time. Ensure students leave with an enriched understanding and sense of enthusiasm for the content area
Supervise students during class and ensure their safety. Enlist summer staff for assistance as needed. Notify the summer program coordinator or enrichment camp director of any issues and incidents immediately.
Provide explicit direction and feedback as necessary to NCE camp counselor(s) supporting the class.
Support students with special needs as communicated by NCE office staff Oversee respectful use of classroom space including preparing classroom for class and leaving it in good condition daily.
For online instructors secure everything needed for equipment and technology prior to class Respond and adjust to NCE staff feedback
Ability to quickly navigate around a school building and outdoor areas
Ability to lift up to 35 lbs
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