Youth Programs Instructor – Special Events (Part-Time)

Oregon State University; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Oregon State University’s KidSpirit Extension and Engagement is seeking a Youth Program Instructor to deliver high-quality, safe, and engaging activities for youth at special events and after-school programs. You will plan lessons, promote activities, and collaborate with families and staff to foster growth and learning.

These part-time roles are tied to KidSpirit events, school-year activities, and Saturdays, with opportunities for hands-on experience in youth programming and event coordination

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
• Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment
• Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term
• Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term

Responsibilities

• Lead specialized activities for children during events, including birthday parties and camps, while promoting skill development
• Occasionally travel to different campuses or community events
• Support the head instructor in maintaining an instructional environment focused on mastery and safety
• Plan, prepare, and implement age-appropriate lessons and activities
• Maintain accountability for youth in assigned areas and monitor safety; provide first aid when necessary
• Attend required orientation sessions, program meetings, and in-service training

Skills

Communication

Critical Thinking

Teamwork

Professionalism

Education

High School student

Undergraduate student

Graduate student

Graduate international student

Job description

Oregon State University’s KidSpirit Extension and Engagement is seeking a Youth Program Instructor to deliver high-quality, safe, and engaging activities for youth at special events and after-school programs. You will plan lessons, promote activities, and collaborate with families and staff to foster growth and learning.

These part-time roles are tied to KidSpirit events, school-year activities, and Saturdays, with opportunities for hands-on experience in youth programming and event coordination