ActivSummer
Listed on 2026-09-03
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Education / Teaching
Elementary School, Summer Camp, Education Administration
Summer Staff For Activ8 Summer Camp
Columbus State University has openings for Summer Staff in their award winning Activ8 Summer Camp program. Summer Staff provide instructional and operational support for Activ8 camps. Activ8 camps are designed to be fun and facilitate hands-on learning for students ages 4-14 without the pressure of homework, tests, or quizzes. Camps cover a variety of STEAM subjects including engineering, computer science, esports, performing and visual arts, math, language arts, science, sports and outdoor adventures, fashion, etiquette, gardening, and photography.
To learn more about Activ8 and access the complete list of camps and descriptions, please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./activ
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Responsibilities and expectations for this position will vary based on assigned roles and may include, but are not limited to:
Providing supervision and ensuring safety and accountability for campers aged 4-14. Creating lesson plans with engaging, hands-on activities aligned with the camp's catalog description. Leading and/or assisting with weekly camp lessons and activities for up to 20 campers. Assisting with camp operations and related activities. Maintaining active engagement with campers and displaying high levels of motivation. Assisting with attendance and sign-in/sign-out procedures.
Fostering positive relationships and effective communication with camp leadership, staff, and parents.
Required Qualifications:
Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and a clear background check. An associate degree and teaching/classroom management experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and education for Level II. A bachelor's degree and teaching/classroom management experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and education for Level III. Must be able to commit to entire summer program dates, including pre-camp training and post-camp clean up.
Preference will be given to candidates with experience working with children and/or youth programs.
Salary is commensurate with experience and education.
For fullest consideration, please submit your application immediately. Required Documents to Submit with Online Application:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application Resume All applications and required documents must be submitted using Columbus State University's online employment site and a complete packet must be submitted for full consideration.
Selected candidates should have:
Experience with children ages 4-14. Customer service skills. Excellent oral communication skills. Positive outlook and willingness to work as a member of a team. A successful criminal background check will be required as a condition of employment. Completion of instructor orientation and training. Candidates should be available most weekdays from 7:30 am - 5:30 pm. Some candidates may be asked to work a flexible schedule to provide supervision in the Before Care (7:30 am to 8:30 am) and After Care (4:30 pm to 5:30 pm) program.
If you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Office at or e-mail to hr.
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Pursuing distinction through inquiry and innovation, challenging convention and focusing on solutions. Engagement:
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Advancing fiscal responsibility, well-being, innovation, lifelong learning and environmental stewardship. Inclusion:
Cultivating and championing a campus environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds, ideas, perspectives and practices. Servant Leadership:
Leading through ethical empowerment and service.
All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties: A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;
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