Community Education Camp Trailblazer Instructor

About STMA Schools

We are a district that serves over 6,700 students and employs more than 750 employees in a northwestern suburb of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Our district is comprised of one primary school for kindergarten students, three elementary schools for grades 1-4, two middle schools for grades 5-8, and one high school for grades 9-12.

Position Overview & Responsibilities

Instruct and supervise students in Community Education summer programming through Camp Trailblazer. Instructors lead or assist weekly themed activities that include hands-on art projects, STEM challenges, and high-energy games. Staff foster a safe, engaging environment that supports confidence-building, teamwork, creativity, and fun.

Responsibilities include planning and facilitating daily activities, supervising campers throughout the day, and supporting smooth transitions between activities.

Start Date:

6/08/2026

Contract:

Seasonal, June 8 through August 14, 2026

Schedule:

Monday-Thursday, between 8:00 a.m.

-4:00 p.m. Lead instructors are scheduled for full-day shifts with paid prep time. Assistant/aide roles offer flexible, partial-day shifts within program hours. Scheduled hours vary by role and are contingent on class enrollment and program needs.

FTE: varies per activity

Salary & Benefits

Starting Rates:
Hourly wages are based on role, responsibilities, and experience with Community Education.

Aide: $15.50 per hour

Assistant: $20.00-$22.00 per hour

Lead: $25.00-$27.00 per hour

No benefit eligibility, other than Earned Safe and Sick Time (ESST) as provided by law.

Requirements & Qualifications

* Experience working with or supervising children in a camp, classroom, or youth program setting

* Experience leading group activities, games, or hands-on learning experiences

* Ability to manage groups of students in a structured yet fun environment

* Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills

* Ability to plan and adapt activities based on age group and weekly themes

Application Process

Please apply online and address application materials to Cameron Goude, Director of Community Education at the Community Education Center.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

St. Michael-Albertville School District is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable laws. STMA Schools does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or status with regard to public assistance.

If any employee or applicant needs assistance with any aspect of the application or benefits process, please contact us and alternative formats will be made available upon request.

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