Camp Curiosity Instructor; Temporary

Career Opportunities with Museum of Science Inc

Camp Curiosity, Powered by Frost Science 2026 Instructor (Temporary Full-Time)

Department: Education

Location: Miami, FL

Supervisor: Science Education Manager (Camp Manager)

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Camp Curiosity Instructor delivers and aids with the development of educational, science-based, and interactive curriculum to children ages 5-9 during the summer camp program. Camp Curiosity, Powered by Frost Science hosted by Frost Science at Ron Ehmann Park in South Dade. Instructors also oversee the classroom participants, Teaching Aides, and Volunteers. Classes should be entirely hands‑on and inquiry‑based. Indoor classes may include but are not limited to astronomy, aeronautics, engineering, physics, marine science, paleontology, chemistry, human health, and biology.

Classes are assigned prior to the start of summer camp based on teacher preference and/or experience. The Camp Curiosity Instructor will report directly to the Camp Manager.

The following is the required time commitment for the position.

Up to 40 hours per week

Hours are typically between 8:00 am – 4:00pm

Availability for all nine weeks of Camp Curiosity running from June 8
- August
7. There will be no camp on June 19 and July 3.

Availability to start June 1 for training and camp preparations (if this date is not possible, it is not an automatic disqualification but please note this on your application).

Scheduling adjustments will be made during camp weeks with low camper registration.

SALARY: $18 per hour, Temporary FT

• Deliver science lessons and activities based on the particular week’s theme using Museum‑designed curriculum.
• Help provide a secure, safe environment for campers with a supportive atmosphere.
• Review Museum‑designed curriculum before each lesson.
• Implement planned activities, experiments and crafts.
• Maintain classroom schedules and structure, including utilizing appropriate class management strategies.
• Maintain a professional manner at all times.
• Work as a team member to ensure smooth camp operations.
• Maintain privileged or confidential information about campers or authorized persons.
• Work closely with Teaching Aides and volunteers to deliver classes.
• Dress appropriately in the Frost Science uniform, including a provided Frost Science polo, solid‑colored pants or long shorts (no jeans), and comfortable, slip‑resistant closed‑toe shoes. Can wear a light jacket but Frost Science uniform still needs to be visible.
• Work each day of summer camp for assigned weeks and arrive on time. In the event that tardiness or an absence are unavoidable, contact the Camp Manager or Camp Coordinator in a timely manner.
• Complete and hand in written reports (incident reports, discipline logs, etc.) in a timely manner.
• Communicate with the Camp Manager and Camp Coordinator regularly.
• Aid with the distribution and collection of camp evaluations.
• Attend mandatory orientation and training sessions at Frost Science prior to the start of camp.

• A minimum of 2 years of college completed; however, Bachelor’s in a science or education field preferred.
• Experience working with elementary‑age children.
• Experience with informal science education.
• Demonstrate leadership qualities, sound judgment, and flexibility.
• CPR and First Aid Certified by the first day of camp (Frost Science will provide training if needed).
• Preferred:
  Experience working in a camp setting.
• Preferred:
  Teaching certificate or previous teaching experience.

Applicants should have strong experience working with youth in either a public or private classroom setting or in a museum or other learning camp setting. They should have strong classroom management skills, knowledge of science topics, and the ability to provide fun, interactive and engaging activities. The Camp Instructor will be working with Teaching Aides and volunteers. Therefore, it is imperative that the applicant comes to camp ready to lead, delegate, and exhibit an energetic attitude.

Work generally involves moving around the museum or outdoor spaces, frequent use of stairs with potential for light lifting.

Work is performed both indoors and outdoors.

This position requires working with tools and chemicals using appropriate personal protective equipment.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Level 2 background clearance as defined by applicable Florida Statutes, completed through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:

Drug screening as part of the Drug Free Workplace Program.