Summer Enrichment Camp Instructor

JUNIPERO SERRA HIGH SCHOOL; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 68,250 - 91,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Creative autonomy in lesson planning

Supportive environment with materials provided

Short commitment of one week per camp

Job summary

A high school in California seeks innovative educators for one-week project-based enrichment camps for rising 7th–9th graders. Instructors will create interactive, hands-on learning experiences and foster a positive environment. Responsibilities include designing engaging curricula and guiding students through activities. Candidates should ideally have teaching credentials, experience with middle school students, and a flair for creative curriculum design. This role offers competitive stipends and the chance to support young learners in a fun environment.

Qualifications

• Preferred teaching credential for middle or high school.
• Experience in an educational setting with middle school students.
• Ability to create engaging, hands-on projects.

Responsibilities

• Design engaging, project-based curriculum for enrichment camps.
• Guide students in hands-on activities and ensure their safety.
• Communicate effectively with parents and summer staff.

Skills

Creative curriculum design

Strong communication skills

Classroom management

Positive, student-centered mindset

Education

Teaching credential

Job description

Program: One-Week Middle School Enrichment Camps (Rising 7th–9th Graders)

Dates: June 15 – July 24 (flexible; instructors may teach 1–2 weeks)

Location: Serra High School, San Mateo

Salary range: $1,500.00 - $2,000.00

Overview

Junípero Serra High School is seeking engaging, innovative educators to lead one-week, project-based enrichment camps for rising 7th–9th graders. Camps are designed to spark curiosity, build skills, and give students a fun, hands-on learning experience in a topic they love. These are not traditional academic classes—they are interactive, creative, and energetic programs where campers learn by doing.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead a one-week enrichment camp (three hours per day) in an area of expertise or passion
• Create a hands-on, project-based curriculum that is engaging, age-appropriate, and interactive
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and encouraging environment for students with varied skill levels
• Guide students through daily activities and projects, ensuring safety and meaningful participation
• Collaborate with summer program staff on logistics, supply needs, and daily planning
• Communicate professionally with parents and campers as needed
• Support Serra’s mission by creating a welcoming experience for prospective future students

Qualifications

• Teaching credential is preferred
• Experience teaching middle school or high school students is preferred
• Strong knowledge of and enthusiasm for the subject area
• Ability to design creative, hands-on learning experiences
• Excellent communication and classroom management skills
• Reliability, professionalism, and a positive, student-centered mindset
• Flexibility and comfort working in a fast-paced, activity-focused environment

Why Teach With Us?

• Short commitment: One week per camp (instructors may teach more than one)
• Competitive stipend
• Creative autonomy: Teach a topic you love—academic, artistic, athletic, or hobby-based
• Supportive environment: Materials and logistical assistance provided
• Impact: Help introduce young learners to Serra’s community in a fun, memorable way

How to Apply?

Interested teachers should submit a resume and cover letter of their proposed camp to Human Resources.

To learn more about the summer enrichment camp program, please email Benay Todzo.

All employees of the Archdiocese of San Francisco shall be employed without regard to race, color, sex, ethnic or national origin and pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history.