College Kids; CFK Instructors

College for Kids (CFK) Instructors

Applications accepted until position(s) is filled.

Since 1980, Parkland College’s College for Kids (CFK) enrichment summer camp has provided area youth with challenging, exciting, and safe experiences designed to ignite a lifelong desire for learning. College for Kids provides the opportunity for students ages 6-13 years to explore areas of study and interest in a non‑graded, fun‑filled environment through quality, hands‑on experiences. Position provides flexibility as instructors may submit 1-4 class proposals.

Instructors may elect to teach one or both sessions.

Instructors are paid for 16 instructional hours per class. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience and ranges from $25 to $35 per hour. Hiring is contingent upon the course meeting the minimum class size and submission of the finalized class curriculum and supply list by a pre‑established deadline in April.

All CFK classes are held on the main campus of Parkland College. More information is available at the College for Kids website.

• An online employment application
• Cover letter
• Resume or CV
• Copy of official transcripts from the institution where you received your highest degree. If hired, certified official transcript is required.
• A proposal for each class you wish to teach (may attach as PDF to application).

• Proposals should include the following:
  • Instructor’s name and current contact information, including a valid email address
  • Course title and description
  • Brief description of course objectives and goals
  • Appropriate ages/grade level for the proposed course (e.g., 6‑8, 8‑11, 8‑13, 11‑13 years, etc.)
  • Preferred session and class time
  • Applicants are encouraged to submit course proposals that will engage students in technology, math, science, engineering, and fine and visual arts, but are not limited to these topics. Specifically, proposals in the following areas will be given consideration: coding, app invention, robotics, engineering, circuit building, graphic design; introduction to invention, painting, fiber arts, weather/climate change, chemistry, physics, introduction to languages, simple construction, and/or cultural studies.

Questions regarding the position and proposals may be directed to Kathy Buyze at kbuyze or .

Mandatory Orientation for instructors Thursday, June 4, 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Session I (M–Th) June 15 – June 25, 12:45–2:45 pm

Session I (M–Th) June 15 – June 25, 3:00 – 5:00 pm

Session II (M–Th) July 6 – July 16, 12:45 – 2:45 pm

Session II (M–Th) July 6 – July 16, 3:00 – 5:00 pm

• Provide hands‑on explorations in specialized fields such as science, math, language arts, culinary, computer science, technology, humanities and fine arts.
• Provide challenging experiences and intellectual stimulation that develop students’ special interests.
• Expose students to a learning atmosphere that will motivate them to achieve their highest potential.

• Submit complete daily lesson plans, course syllabus, supply list and budget by established deadlines.
• Commit to teach during the ENTIRE CLASS TIME on the eight days of the session.
• Attend mandatory CFK Staff Orientation on Thursday, June 4, 2026.
• Maintain high standard of teaching and learning in classroom.
• Actively engage all students in learning each day.
• Responsible for classroom management.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Two or more years’ experience in education (teaching) or related field; experience teaching children ages six (6) through thirteen (13) years old preferred.
• Prospective new hires will successfully complete a post‑offer, pre‑employment criminal background check with fingerprinting. The background check review includes, but is not limited to, exclusionary offenses per the Illinois School Code and Title IV of the Higher Education Act.
• Demonstrated passion and proficiency in the proposed subject area.
• Provide classroom and/or online instruction to meet stated course objectives.
• Patience when working with children.
• Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills.
• A professional attitude and the ability to work with…