Pool Summer Than Instructor

Summer Camp Instructor Pool

Pooled Recruitment:
By applying to this pool, applicants are not applying for a specific position. By applying, qualified applicants will be considered for Temporary Summer Camp appointments that may become available at Southern Oregon University on an as-needed, part-time, and limited-duration basis. The appointment varies in salary, length, and provides varying levels of supervisory status or program support. Applications will be kept on file and qualified applicants contacted by the respective hiring manager for an interview.

Applicants may withdraw their application from the pool at any time. This pool may be refreshed annually and interested applicants must reapply for continued consideration.

Date application must be received for priority consideration by:
March 20, 2026

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date:
April 17, 2026

Closing Date or if blank, Open Until Filled:

Job Family Group:
Administrative and Professional

Division/Department:
Academic and Student Affairs/Outreach and Engagement

Compensation Range (varies by position) $36.00 per hour

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Appointment Basis:
Temporary/Short-Term

Time Type:
Part-time Benefits Eligible:
No

Renewable/Non-renewable/Grants/Limited Duration:
Non-renewable/Limited Duration

SBTO instructors will start as early as June 15, 2026. Contracts are week-to-week, and the last possible end date is Friday, July 31.

This position must possess and maintain a current, valid Driver's License:
No

This position is designated as a critical, security-sensitive or safety-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal Background Check:
Yes

Lead Work/

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Potentially, depending upon the assignment

Work Hours:

Monday
- Friday, either mornings only or afternoons only.

Work Location Type:
On-campus, Instructors will be assigned to classrooms in various buildings across campus.

Worker Status:
Must be able to legally work in the United States without visa sponsorship

• Each applicant is required to provide (as attachments to the online application) the following supplemental documents: (1) a letter providing some detail of the applicant's qualifications and interest in the position; and (2) current resume/CV.
  
  - PLEASE NOTE - during the application process, you will be prompted to attach these documents in the area titled "Resume." Please either combine ALL documents into ONE attachment, OR upload each item separately in this section. Failure to upload ALL of the required documents may disqualify application from consideration.
• For inquiries and additional information, please contact Human Resource Services via email at hrs or by phone at .

SBTO Instructors will develop and implement an engaging and enriching class curriculum for a class of students of a specified age for five consecutive days in one week. Instructors may work one or two classes per week and between one and five weeks out of the summer. These classes are designed to be educational and enjoyable, to engage students in critical thinking, and to inspire students to envision themselves as future college students.

SBTO instructors agree to cultivate a safe and supportive environment for students with clearly communicated expectations for safety, respect, and responsibility.

• Ability to pass a background check
• Passion for teaching young students
• 1+ years of experience with the subject matter
• In the last year of Undergraduate OR 20+ years old
• Ability to create age appropriate engaging curriculum for a 5-day class

• A college graduate
• 1+ years of teaching professionally in a classroom setting
• Background of teaching students who experience physical or mental disabilities

Duties
- The following examples are typical work activities that are meant to illustrate the general range of work functions and are not meant to be all-inclusive or restrictive:

(10%) Duties Include

• Creating an age-appropriate curriculum that fits within the time limitations, and encourages critical thinking and Project-Based Learning.
• Prepare the classroom and supplies before the beginning of class.
• Arrive 15 minutes before the beginning of class and remain until all students are safely en route to their next activity, or are under the supervision of the on-site facilitator.

(85%) Duties Include

• Provide a climate that is conducive to learning and that respects the rights of all persons without discrimination.
• Complete daily attendance records, and report missing or late students and any student illness or injury (even minor).
• Be responsible for behavior management inside the class, and uphold camp policies, including internet use policies and safety guidelines, the prohibition of personal electronic devices while in class, and guests of any kind in the classroom without prior approval from the program coordinator.
• Maintain communication with the program coordinator.
• Provide the program…