High School Psychology Instructor

Summary

Join Education Unlimited®, a provider of academic summer camps and pre-college programs, as a Psychology Camp Instructor! Teach engaging, activity-based courses to high school students (grades 9-12) in online or in-person settings. Instructors will lead interactive lessons, supervise students, organize labs, and showcase student work at the end of camp. Both online and in-person opportunities are available, with varying session lengths and locations (online, Stanford, UC Berkeley). Successful candidates will possess a passion for science education, experience teaching psychology or related fields, and strong organizational skills. Overnight accommodations and full room and board are provided for in-person overnight programs.

Requirements

• Instructors are usually year-round science teachers, are studying science at the graduate level, or have some other significant teaching/mentoring experience in the area of psychology
• 2+ years' experience teaching psychology or significant subject matter knowledge
• Experience working with high school age students in an academic setting
• Bachelor's degree is required; preference is given to those with an advanced degree
• A passion for science education
• A calm and professional demeanor
• Self-motivation and follow-through
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Teach the Education Unlimited curriculum
• Supervise campers online or in person
• Organize and lead classroom labs
• Execute a finale showcasing student work at the end of camp
• Track student work and hand in deliverables to the camp director and EU home office
• Assist the camp director with active supervision, recreational activities, and administrative tasks
• Act as mentors and assist with field trips and guide students on excursions
• Ensure the health and safety of students

Benefits

• For online camp: $900-1000 per week
• For in-person overnight programs: full room and board