Camps on Campus Instructor - 49er Minor (5th - 8th grade)
UNC Charlotte
Part-Time
Closes on Saturday, July 25, 2026
Job Description
- Develop engaging, well-organized lesson plans for a five-day camp, incorporating active and experiential learning.
- Differentiate lessons for a wide range of abilities in grades 5th-8th
- Create a comprehensive list of necessary supplies and ensure approval for a supply stipend.
- Maintain a positive and supportive environment for campers.
- Blend education with fun through dynamic teaching strategies.
- Address and resolve conflicts or disciplinary issues effectively, keeping the Program Director informed.
- Lead camp activities with the support of Camp Counselors.
- Participate in a mandatory live online training session conducted via Zoom.
- Cultivate a positive, patient, and enthusiastic demeanor, emphasizing a dedicated commitment to fostering a supportive environment for children and youth.
- Exhibit professionalism, accountability, and adept interpersonal skills consistently when interacting with campers, fellow staff members, and parents.
- Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills when engaging with staff, parents, and campers to ensure clarity and build positive relationships.
See specific camp description that you will be required to develop a five day curriculum:
July 13-17, 2026
Arts Inspire Writing Workshop: Step into a space where words, movement, music, and visual art spark unforgettable stories! Arts-Based Writing Camp invites middle school creators to explore how the arts can ignite imagination and transform writing into something bold, expressive, and alive. Create Across the Canvas: Campers will dive into drawing, collage, poetry, storytelling, and dramatic expression—discovering how each art form can shape voice, mood, and meaning on the page. Inspire & Experiment: Through sensory prompts, music-infused writing sessions, and visual thinking activities, campers will stretch their creativity and uncover new ways of telling their story. Expect color, rhythm, and plenty of “I never thought of it that way!” moments. Hands-On, Minds-Open: Each day blends artistic play with structured writing practice. From character portraits to found-poetry pieces to storyboards inspired by movement or sound, campers will see how art becomes a doorway into deeper, more imaginative writing. Build Your Voice: With guidance from teaching artists and peer collaborators, students will revise, reflect, and take creative risks. The camp celebrates individuality—every camper’s artistic identity and writing style matter here. A Week of Creative Fusion: By the end of camp, writers will leave with a curated portfolio of art-infused writing, a boosted sense of confidence, and a toolkit for using the arts to inspire any project they take on.
UNC Charlotte