Summer Art at SoVA Youth Camp Instructor

The Pennsylvania State University; University Park (PA, TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking Youth Program Instructors for an exciting summer camp experience. This role involves ensuring the safety and well-being of minors while facilitating engaging activities. Instructors will be responsible for monitoring participants, responding to emergencies, and assisting in lesson development. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, a knack for supervision, and the ability to handle sensitive situations with sound judgment. Join this vibrant community and make a positive impact on the lives of young individuals during their summer adventure!

Qualifications

• Responsible for the supervision and safety of minors.
• Assist with the development of instructional content.

Responsibilities

• Monitor safety and whereabouts of participants during program hours.
• Respond to issues concerning participant interactions and behavior.

Skills

Supervision of minors

Emergency response

Communication skills

Judgment and decision-making

Education

High School Diploma

Experience in youth programs

Job description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

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• If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.

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

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Conferences and Institutes is seeking Youth Program Instructors for the Summer Art at SoVA Youth Camp to be held June 16-30, 2025.

Youth Program Instructors are responsible for the supervision and safety of minors participating in this program including youth compliance policies and procedures, emergency response, direct communication with Program Director and Program Manager, medication collection, storage and verification and oversight of participant health information. Youth Program Instructors may assist with the development of instructional content and deliver lessons and activities.

Youth Program Instructors share responsibility for monitoring the safety, whereabouts, and actions of participants during program hours, including non-instructional times, and must be able to identify and respond to issues concerning participant interactions and behavior. Youth Program Instructors may face situations when they must act quickly and calmly using sound judgement, handle sensitive issues or information, address behavior issues, and immediately follow any necessary notification protocols.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

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