Part-Time Youth Program Instructors - Blue Band High School Summer Clinic

The Pennsylvania State University; University Park (PA, TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking enthusiastic instructors for its Blue Band High School Summer Clinic. This role involves developing engaging content and ensuring the safety of young participants while managing daily camp operations. Ideal candidates will possess strong instructional skills and the ability to handle sensitive situations with care. Join a diverse and inclusive environment that values individual uniqueness and fosters a culture of collaboration. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact on youth education and development.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching or instructing youth programs.
• Ability to manage camper behavior and ensure safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist with content development and instruction for summer clinic.
• Supervise minors and ensure compliance with safety policies.

Skills

Instructional Skills

Youth Supervision

Emergency Response

Communication

Education

Clearances for Youth Programs

Job description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

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Note: Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Conferences and Institutes is hiring instructors (Instrumentalists and Band Front) for the Blue Band High School Summer Clinic to be held June 26-28, 2025.

Duties include:

• Assisting with content development and instruction
• Preparation of learning materials and activities
• Presentation of specific subjects
• Assisting with program activities

Youth Program Instructors are responsible for supervising and ensuring the safety of minors participating in the program. They will manage all aspects of daily camp administration, including youth compliance policies, emergency response, and communication with Youth Program Leaders and the Program Manager. They must be able to identify and respond to issues concerning camper interactions, behavior, mental health, and acclimation to the camp environment. In urgent situations, they must act quickly and calmly, using sound judgment, handle sensitive issues or information, address camper behavior issues, and follow notification protocols.

This job requires the following three publicly available clearances:

• PA State Police Criminal Background Check
• PA Child Abuse History Clearance
• FBI Criminal Background Check

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion, leverage diversity benefits, and value inclusion as a core strength and essential element of our mission.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:

Penn State publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASR) in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Act and Pennsylvania law, which includes crime statistics and policies on campus security. The report is available here.

Employment requires successful completion of background checks in accordance with university policies.

EEO IS THE LAW:

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