What are the responsibilities and job description for the 4-H Summer Camp Track Instructor - Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math (STEM) position at Louisiana State University?
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Job Posting Title :
4-H Summer Camp Track Instructor - Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math (STEM)
Position Type : Faculty
Department :
LSUAG PL4 - Grant Walker Education Center (Christine Noel Bergeron (00007421))
Work Location :
0101 Camp Grant Walker Education Center
Pay Grade : Academic
Job Description :
Work Location : Grant Walker 4-H Educational Center, Pollock LA
Position Description : This individual will serve as the lead instructor teaching science, engineering, and technology subject matter in a track format to an audience of up to 25-50 youth at a time, grades 4th - 6th, in a camp setting. This person will be responsible for meeting with and mentoring two other assigned camp staff before and after track time each day. The instructor will join other summer staff in providing safe supervision of youth while at camp and will support 4-H professionals, volunteers, and members in conducting meaningful educational experiences to help a child develop life skills. Works under the direct supervision of the 4-H Program Coordinator to implement all policies and procedures of the LSU AgCenter and the Louisiana 4-H Youth Development program.
Essential Job Functions :
- Teach concept-based, science, engineering, and technology curriculum, utilizing a mix of outdoor and classroom settings for campers.
- Prepare and coordinate track lesson plans with the 4-H Program Coordinator prior to camp.
- Maintain, manage, request equipment, and supplies for the track.
- Clean teaching areas daily.
Qualification Requirements :
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
Salary and Benefits : Salary : $2,700.00 for the nine-week period.
Date Available : Camp session is May 26-July 31, 2025. Work hours are Tuesday & Wednesday each week from 7 : 30 am until 12 : 00 pm, plus prep and clean-up time. Required training period is May 15-23, 2025. Camp will not be in session the week of June 16-20, 2025.
Application Procedure : Must apply online at https : / / lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com / LSU (or through Workday for internal applicants). MUST submit resume, cover letter, and two letters of recommendation, and transcripts for application to be considered complete.
Application Deadline : March 1, 2025, or until a suitable candidate is identified.
The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. An Equal Opportunity Employer.
Additional Job Description :
Competencies :
None
Special Instructions :
Posting Date :
December 10, 2024
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified) :
Additional Position Information :
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - The LSU AgCenter has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, life, long-term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some childcare and medical expenses), university holidays (14 per year), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y / N) :
About the LSU Agricultural Center :
The LSU AgCenter, is one of eight campuses within the broader LSU enterprise (LSU System). The LSU AgCenter includes the Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station, which conducts agricultural-based research, and the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service, which extends the knowledge derived from research to the people of the state. The AgCenter is headquartered in Baton Rouge and has 12 "on campus" academic departments and five regions which are made up of 15 branch research stations and an extension office in each parish. For more information, visit the AgCenter's website at www.lsuagcenter.com.
The LSU Agricultural Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency :
The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. The AgCenter is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, respect, and appreciation of differences in individuals. The AgCenter is also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials.
HCM Contact Information :
Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU AgCenter Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-2258 or emailed HRMHelp@agcenter.lsu.edu.
Salary : $2,700
