Education Unlimited
Middle School Writing Instructor for Summer Camp 2024
Education Unlimited, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306
Education Unlimited provides academic summer camps & pre-college summer programs for students entering grades 4-12. Our summer programs include public speaking camps, college admissions prep programs, science camps, summer acting camp, writing camps, computer camp, leadership camp, video production camp, and college tours.Average Class Size:
6 - 10 students
Flights, housing, meals provided plus salary.On-Campus Instructors:
These are residential positions and teachers will be provided with room and board in the university residence halls. Some limited commuter positions may also be available for local instructors.Available Writing Courses:
Instructors will be hired to teach one or more of the following writing courses:A+ Summer Middle School (Middle School Reading/Writing):
A+ Summer Middle School immerses rising 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade students in an environment that encourages critical thinking, creative problem-solving, and collaboration. Students will read Agatha Christie’s Mousetrap and learn to analyze how writers create characters and develop their story arcs. They will then use that knowledge to write their own mystery story.Emerging Writers 4-6 Grade:
Emerging Writers Institute is a unique opportunity for rising 4th-6th graders to enhance their creative writing skills through engaging writing exercises and games that aim to cultivate creativity and inspire them from unconventional sources.Emerging Writers 7-9 Grade:
Emerging Writers Institute is a unique opportunity for rising 7th - 9th graders to explore creative writing. From day one, students are challenged through small group seminars focused on fiction, poetry, and creative non-fiction.Job Description:The primary responsibility of the Writing Instructor will be to guide students through the Education Unlimited writing curriculum. Class sizes are kept purposefully small (average 6-8 students) to allow teachers the ability to give personalized attention and feedback. In addition to teaching, instructors will assist students in one-on-one feedback sessions and lead students in a showcase at the end of camp.On-Campus Additional Duties:In addition to teaching responsibilities, on-campus instructors should be available to assist the camp director with active supervision, recreational activities, and some administrative tasks. Instructors are expected to act as mentors and will help lead field trips and guide students on excursions.Qualifications:3+ years’ experience teaching writing at the high school or college level (for high school programs).3+ years’ experience teaching writing at the elementary, middle school, or high school level (for middle school programs).Bachelor's degree required; MFA preferred.Ability to teach various genres preferred.Publications and knowledge about the publication process are preferred.A calm and professional demeanor.The willingness and ability to work long hours.Self-motivation and follow-through.Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
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6 - 10 students
Flights, housing, meals provided plus salary.On-Campus Instructors:
These are residential positions and teachers will be provided with room and board in the university residence halls. Some limited commuter positions may also be available for local instructors.Available Writing Courses:
Instructors will be hired to teach one or more of the following writing courses:A+ Summer Middle School (Middle School Reading/Writing):
A+ Summer Middle School immerses rising 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade students in an environment that encourages critical thinking, creative problem-solving, and collaboration. Students will read Agatha Christie’s Mousetrap and learn to analyze how writers create characters and develop their story arcs. They will then use that knowledge to write their own mystery story.Emerging Writers 4-6 Grade:
Emerging Writers Institute is a unique opportunity for rising 4th-6th graders to enhance their creative writing skills through engaging writing exercises and games that aim to cultivate creativity and inspire them from unconventional sources.Emerging Writers 7-9 Grade:
Emerging Writers Institute is a unique opportunity for rising 7th - 9th graders to explore creative writing. From day one, students are challenged through small group seminars focused on fiction, poetry, and creative non-fiction.Job Description:The primary responsibility of the Writing Instructor will be to guide students through the Education Unlimited writing curriculum. Class sizes are kept purposefully small (average 6-8 students) to allow teachers the ability to give personalized attention and feedback. In addition to teaching, instructors will assist students in one-on-one feedback sessions and lead students in a showcase at the end of camp.On-Campus Additional Duties:In addition to teaching responsibilities, on-campus instructors should be available to assist the camp director with active supervision, recreational activities, and some administrative tasks. Instructors are expected to act as mentors and will help lead field trips and guide students on excursions.Qualifications:3+ years’ experience teaching writing at the high school or college level (for high school programs).3+ years’ experience teaching writing at the elementary, middle school, or high school level (for middle school programs).Bachelor's degree required; MFA preferred.Ability to teach various genres preferred.Publications and knowledge about the publication process are preferred.A calm and professional demeanor.The willingness and ability to work long hours.Self-motivation and follow-through.Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
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