Summer Camp Facilitator

Austincc; United States; On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Austin Community College is looking for two enthusiastic Summer Camp Facilitators to help deliver the Academy of Future Leaders curriculum. This role is ideal for education or social work majors who want to empower low-to-moderate income students through interactive workshops and real-world coaching.

Facilitators will lead daily activities, foster leadership, and create a supportive classroom environment. This is a unique opportunity to mentor young people and inspire their future.

Qualifications

• Interest in education, youth development, or leadership coaching.
• Experience working with middle and high school students preferred.
• Ability to build rapport with diverse youth populations.
• Comfortable facilitating interactive activities and discussions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate interactive workshops and VR learning activities.
• Support students during entrepreneurial projects and business planning.
• Create a safe and inclusive classroom culture.
• Collaborate with the program director and guest speakers.
• Serve as a positive mentor and role model for camp participants.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Youth development

Leadership coaching

Facilitation skills

Job description

About the Academy of Future Leaders Summer Camp

GWE’s Academy of Future Leaders (AFL) Summer Camp empowers low-to-moderate income students in Mecklenburg County through an immersive experience in career readiness.

Our innovative program combines interactive workshops, VR-based simulations, and real-world coaching to help young people turn their passion into purpose and future profit.

About the Role

We are seeking two enthusiastic and passionate Summer Camp Facilitators to help deliver the AFL curriculum and create a safe, engaging, and inspiring environment for students. Facilitators will lead daily activities, support project-based learning, encourage self-discovery, and foster leadership development among youth.

This is a hands‑on, high‑impact opportunity for education majors, social work majors, youth development professionals, or anyone passionate about empowering the next generation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate interactive workshops and VR learning activities aligned with AFL curriculum.
• Support students during entrepreneurial projects and passion‑based business planning.
• Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive classroom culture.
• Facilitate small group discussions and one‑on‑one coaching as needed.
• Manage classroom transitions and support student behavior expectations.
• Collaborate with the GWE program director and guest speakers to deliver a dynamic learning experience.
• Serve as a positive mentor and role model for camp participants.
• Support set‑up, clean‑up, and daily camp logistics.
• Attend all staff orientation and training sessions prior to camp start.

Qualifications

• Interest in education, youth development, or leadership coaching.
• Experience working with middle and high school students (preferred but not required).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to build rapport with diverse youth populations.

• Comfortable facilitating interactive activities and discussions.
• Positive, energetic, and adaptable attitude.
• Commitment to equity, empowerment, and culturally relevant practices.