Summer Camp Technology Teacher

Job Description

We are seeking enthusiastic, motivated and talented individuals to work as Lead Instructors in our Summer programs.

• Summer seasonal position (4–10 weeks) starting in June.
• Teach in-room classes with children aged 6–11 or 8–14.
• Lead a class of up to 12 students solo and up to 25 students with an assistant.
• Engage students in technology-based projects such as Minecraft, Roblox, 3D modeling, robotics, video game creation, animation, and more.
• Manage and safely transfer equipment between sites as needed.
• Receive paid training prior to the start of the summer program.

• 21 years of age or older.
• College graduate with a degree in education, digital arts, computer science, information technology or related fields and/or significant relevant work experience; graduating college seniors with student‑teaching experience are also encouraged.
• Experience teaching or working with children is not required, but the ideal candidate will have some experience in a formal or informal setting (classroom, volunteering, tutoring, coaching, etc.).
• Ability to lead a class of up to 12 kids solo and up to 25 kids with an assistant in a classroom setting.
• Ability to manage and safely transfer equipment between sites as needed for various classes.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States; we do not offer work sponsorship.
• Must be available to work a minimum of 4 weeks, Monday through Friday.
• Must be located within driving distance of one of our partner regions and have reliable transportation.
• Must love working with kids.
• Must be available to start online training in May prior to the start of summer (train at your own pace via our online portal).
• Strong technology skills such as 3D modeling, coding, game creation or design, animation, robotics, modifying games, video editing, digital arts, competitive gaming, significant knowledge of Minecraft or Roblox, etc. are preferred.

• Rate: $19–$25 per hour, depending on experience, location and availability.
• Paid training.
• Potential opportunities to move into supervisory roles in future years.
• Employee discounts available for select camps run by Black Rocket.

We will only review applications submitted online. Please do not send information or submit inquiries via email or phone.

We begin recruiting for summer in January and positions are filled on a rolling basis.