Drone Camp Instructor (Summer Program)

Albert Lea, MN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Type:
Athletics/Activities

Date Posted:
2/23/2026

Location:
Albert Lea High School

Date Available:
June 8 2026

Closing Date:
Open Until Filled

Overview: The Drone Camp Instructor will design and facilitate an engaging hands-on summer camp experience in which students learn to build program and fly drones. The camp will emphasize collaboration problem-solving and cultural connection while introducing students to career pathways in Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS).

Program dates: June 8-12 2026 from 7:30-11:30 (students 8:00 - 11:00)

Additional Information: ALAS is part of a multidistrict Collaborative Council (Alliance for Educational Equity). We are seeking a qualified innovative and student-centered educator to lead a week-long Drone Education camp for students in grades 9-12. This cross-district initiative brings together students from participating districts to explore drone technology build marketable skills and foster meaningful relationships across communities.

Key Responsibilities:

Plan and deliver a structured week-long drone education curriculum.
Facilitate hands-on drone building programming flying and racing activities.
Teach and model FAA safety standards and responsible drone operation.
Use varied instructional strategies including collaboration project-based learning and flexible grouping.
Create a welcoming inclusive environment that promotes student voice and belonging.
Collaborate with camp staff and district partners to ensure program success.
Support the student application and selection process to ensure equitable representation across districts.
Supervise students and maintain safe flight operations at all times.

Program Goals:

The Drone Camp will:

Expose students to high-demand career pathways in UAS including agriculture real estate law enforcement government and marketing.
Build technical skills in drone construction flight operations and safety protocols.
Promote cross-district collaboration and relationship-building.
Ensure inclusive participation and representation of culturally linguistically and socio-economically diverse students.
Foster positive interaction and understanding among students from neighboring communities.

Qualifications:

Preferred: Valid FAA Remote Pilot Part 107 SUAS (Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems) license.
Valid MN teaching license Preferred.
Experience working with high school students
Knowledge of drone systems flight operations and safety procedures.
Ability to lead hands-on project-based STEM learning experiences.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Compensation:

Hourly per diem plus program prep hours and reporting at the conclusion of program (approximately 30 hours).

Required Experience:

Position Type:Athletics/ActivitiesDate Posted:2/23/2026Location:Albert Lea High SchoolDate Available:June 8 2026 Closing Date: Open Until FilledOverview: The Drone Camp Instructor will design and facilitate an engaging hands-on summer camp experience in which students learn to build program and fly ...