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THE LEARNING SPOT is Hiring an Entrepreneurship Instructor for Summer Enrichment Camp Near Union, NJ
Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and passionate individual with a business mindset to join our team as an Entrepreneurship Instructor for our Summer Enrichment Camp. As an Entrepreneurship Instructor, you will play a pivotal role in exposing students to financial literacy as well as inspiring and empowering young minds to explore the world of entrepreneurship, financial literacy, marketing with YouTube, and/or web design. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on the next generation of innovators and leaders.
Our ideal candidate has worked professionally with school-age students for at least one year or is currently enrolled in an accredited university.
Responsibilities and Duties
Develop and deliver engaging curriculum modules to introduce campers to fundamental concepts of financial literacy, including budgeting, saving, investing, and understanding the basics of entrepreneurship finance.
Guide campers through the entrepreneurial journey, from ideation to execution.
Foster creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills by encouraging campers to develop and refine their business ideas through interactive workshops, group activities, and real-world simulations.
Introduce campers to the fundamentals of marketing through YouTube, emphasizing creative storytelling, audience engagement strategies, and digital content creation. Provide hands-on experience in planning, producing, and promoting video content tailored to young audiences.
Introduce campers to the principles of web design, including layout, navigation, and user experience. Facilitate hands-on activities and projects to teach campers how to design and build their own websites using user-friendly platforms and tools.
Provide guidance, encouragement, and mentorship to campers as they explore and pursue their interests in entrepreneurship, marketing, and web design. Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment where campers feel empowered to take risks, experiment, and learn.
Collaborate with camp staff to integrate entrepreneurship education into cross-disciplinary activities and programming. Communicate regularly with campers' parents or guardians to provide updates on their progress and achievements.
Ensure the safety of campers during hands-on activities, adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
Assess campers' progress and understanding through observation, informal assessments, and project evaluations, providing constructive feedback to support their growth and development.
Document progress to discuss with Camp Supervisor.
Qualifications and Skills
Bachelor's Degree or currently enrolled in a business field such as business management, marketing, or related field from an accredited university.
Prior experience teaching or working with children and young adults in a classroom or camp setting.
Strong knowledge of financial literacy principles, entrepreneurship fundamentals, marketing concepts, and web design basics.
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Creative, energetic, and enthusiastic about inspiring and empowering young learners.
Ability to adapt teaching methods and materials to meet the needs of diverse learners.
Commitment to creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for all campers.
CPR/First Aid certification (preferred).
Background check clearance (required).
This is a seasonal, full-time position for the duration of the summer camp program, July 8 - August 16, 2024. The position may be extended to evenings and/or weekends during the school year.