Lead Instructor 2027

Cub Creek Science Camp; Rolla (MO); On-site; USD 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing

Meals

Laundry

Job summary

Cub Creek Science Camp in Rolla, Missouri, seeks Lead Instructors for the 2027 summer with 300+ animals and 100+ activities. You’ll maintain program areas, teach campers in your specialty, and lead early-bird and night-owl activities; on-site housing, meals, and laundry are provided.

Candidates should have at least one year of college, a passion for science, animals, and child development, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Completed at least 1 year of college education; specialization in area is desirable.
• Strong interest in science, animals, and child development.
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly and work with campers.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction of assigned camp activities to campers.
• Coordinate with events coordinator to schedule activities.
• Manage camper behavior to ensure active participation.
• Ensure camper safety during activities.
• Keep program areas clean and supplies maintained.
• Lead camp activities, songs, and age-appropriate games.

Skills

Science

Nature

Adventure

Arts & Crafts

Education

1 year of college

Job description

Rolla, United States | Posted on 09/08/2026

With over 300 animals, a high ropes course, archery, crafts, and hands-on science activities, Cub Creek Science Camp is an extraordinary residential summer camp for boys and girls ages 7 to 17. Our mission is to build self-confidence, foster self-discovery, and create lasting friendships in an unforgettable setting.

We are seeking mature, independent, and trustworthy staff members who love nature and animals and are passionate about making a difference in children's lives. Join us for an incredible summer!

Job Description

Be Curious. Be Connected. Be Cub Creek.

As a mentor and role model at Cub Creek Science Camp, you'll gain hands-on experience, build your resume, and connect with a global community of staff and campers who share your passion for animals and nature. With 300+ animals and 100+ activities, our unique take on the traditional sleep-away camp is a place where you can inspire kids, help them build self-confidence, and make lifelong friends. Learn more at https://cubcreeksciencecamp.com/join-our-team/ . Speakwith us about earning internship, work-study, or research project credit for the summer as well!

2027 Dates

Lead Instructor Training: May 20-21 (2 days)

Lead Instructors

Responsible for maintaining program areas and facilitating activities for campers in their assigned areas, including classes, early-bird, and night-owl activities.

Available Lead Instructor areas of specialty:

• Science - physics, engineering, chemistry, crime science, culinary science
  
• Nature (one female, one male)- survival skills, caving, pond study, caving, plant identification, entomology, nature hiking
  
• Adventure - archery, riflery
  
• Arts & Crafts - pottery, ceramics, crafts
  

KeyResponsibilities:

• Provide instruction of assigned camp activities to campers.
  
• Coordinate with the special events coordinator to schedule and facilitate early-bird and night-owl activities in assigned areas.
  
• Manage camper behavior to ensure all campers are actively and positively participating.
  
• Ensure the safety of all campers when participating in camp activities.
  
• Keep program areas clean and supplies well-maintained.
  
• Lead camp activities, songs, and games that are engaging and age-appropriate.
  
• Completed at least 1 year of college education; specialization in associated program area is desirable.
  
• A desire to positively impact the life of a child and a willingness to put the needs of campers first.
  
• Have a passion for science, animals, and childhood development.
  
• Able to effectively communicate ideas, thoughts, and instructions in a constructive manner.
  
• Self-motivated and able to work on tasks and assigned goals with minimal supervision.
  
• Be willing to learn new concepts and skills.
  
• Able to work in a team and both give and take direction from others.
  
• Willingness to adhere to the camp’s code of conduct, rules, and policies.
  

Startingpay $4500 for 11 week summer. Additional $100 credit in campstore for snacks and supplies. Housing, meals, and laundryincluded. Weekend work is required, this position requiresavailability to work on-site 7 days a week for the contractperiod. Two 1-hour breaks provided each day, and 1 scheduled day offeach week.Additional leadership training and certificationsare available to the right candidates, including high ropes courseand lifeguard certifications.

** INTERNATIONAL STAFF - Pay and benefits will vary from advertised, please speak with Cub Creek directly **