Summer Camp Instructor

Job Location:

California Lutheran University - Thousand Oaks , CA 91360

Salary: $19.00 per hour

Position Type:
Full Time, Seasonal

Brains and Motion Education is a leading provider of STEM, Arts and Sports for students ages 4 to 18. Our engaging programs are designed to prepare the next generation of leaders and innovators while ensuring learning is exciting, memorable, and fun! Operating at schools and universities nationwide, BAM! has partnered with over 350 academic institutions and has impacted the lives of more than 25,000 students through after‑school programs and seasonal camps.

We are seeking Summer Camp Instructors with expertise and enthusiasm to lead specialized STEM camps at university campuses. These camps offer students an opportunity to explore robotics, game design, engineering, and maker‑based projects in an immersive and collaborative environment.

You’ll deliver well‑crafted lessons that inspire curiosity, problem‑solving, and creativity while fostering a positive, supportive atmosphere for students. With a provided curriculum and materials, you’ll focus on making STEM learning accessible and exciting.

• Facilitate hands‑on activities that engage students in STEM concepts, ensuring an interactive and immersive experience.
• Manage groups of 10–12 campers, fostering a collaborative and inclusive learning environment.
• Demonstrate strong classroom management skills to ensure a focused and engaging learning environment.
• Collaborate with team members to enhance the camp experience and address camper needs effectively.
• Communicate with parents and guardians as needed, providing updates on student progress and camp activities.

• Lead Engaging Hands‑On Projects:
  Guide students in constructing robots using LEGO kits, Dash Robots, or Strawbees, blending creativity and engineering principles.
• Teach Coding Integration:
  Introduce programming basics to control robotic movements and complete challenges using Make Code, Python, and Scratch.
• Foster Problem‑Solving
  
  Skills:
  
  Encourage teamwork and critical thinking during design and debugging sessions.
• Incorporate Durable
  
  Skills:
  
  Emphasize resilience, patience, and responsibility through iterative project work.
• Organize Robot Competitions:
  Plan and facilitate fun, goal‑oriented contests to test student creations.

• Design Build Challenges:
  Facilitate lessons on building structures and mechanisms, from catapults to Rube Goldberg machines, to teach engineering principles.
• Integrate Real‑World Concepts:
  Connect activities to physical laws like gravity and momentum, making STEM engaging and practical.
• Guide Creative Exploration:
  Encourage innovation by allowing students to brainstorm and test unique designs.
• Support Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Create group‑based projects where students build and present solutions together.
• Showcase Student Work:
  Lead exhibitions or project showcases to celebrate achievements and reinforce learning.

• Teach Fundamentals:
  Lead sessions on coding basics using text and/or block‑based tools such as Scratch, Make Code, Minecraft Redstone, and JavaScript.
• Develop Games & Applications:
  Guide students in creating games, animations, or interactive apps to reinforce coding concepts.
• Introduce AI and Esports:
  Provide a glimpse into advanced topics such as artificial intelligence or game‑based competitions.
• Enhance Digital Literacy:
  Help students gain skills in file management, debugging, and navigating development environments.
• Encourage Problem‑Solving:
  Use coding challenges to foster analytical thinking and persistence in troubleshooting.

• Run Multi‑Sport
  
  Activities:
  
  Organize sessions in basketball, soccer, flag football, tennis, and more, focusing on basic skills and teamwork.
• Promote Physical Literacy:
  Teach coordination, flexibility, and endurance through fun and age‑appropriate drills.
• Incorporate SEL:
  Use games to highlight values such as fairness, discipline, and inclusivity.
• Organize Mini Tournaments:
  Facilitate friendly competitions to build camaraderie and enhance skill application.
• Adapt to…