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Part-Time Science-U Summer Camp Director / Instructor

Part-time

Penn State University

University Park, PAPart-timePosted 7mo agoStill listed today

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Compensation
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Location
University Park, PA
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

PA State Police Criminal Background Check, requiredFBI Fingerprint Criminal Background Check, required

Job overview

The Office of Science Outreach in Penn State’s Eberly College of Science seeks Camp Director / Instructor applicants for its Science-U summer camp program. These roles contribute to high-energy, hands-on science experiences for campers during the camp season on the University Park campus. Applicants need an appropriate science background for the relevant camp and excellent communication and interpersonal skills. First Aid/CPR certification is preferred.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Science Background, requiredCommunication, requiredInterpersonal Skills, requiredFirst Aid/CPR, nice to have

Qualifications

PA State Police Criminal Background Check, requiredPA Child Abuse History Clearance, requiredFBI Fingerprint Criminal Background Check, required

Full job description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

  • CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.

  • CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.

  • If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS The Office of Science Outreach in the Eberly College of Science is currently seeking enthusiastic applicants for Camp Director / Instructor roles for the Science-U summer camp program. Successful applicants will contribute to creating high-energy, hands-on science experiences for our campers during the camp season on the University Park, PA campus. Applicants must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be prepared to fulfill all job duties. Job duties could include:

  • partnering with the Science-U Director to plan execute and deliver successful Science-U curricula to Science-U student staff and campers

  • helping Science-U student staff supervise campers and ensure youth safety during the camp

Appropriate science background for relevant camp(s) required. First Aid/CPR certification preferred. Remuneration: Rate commensurate with position. For a complete listing of camps offered, please go to the Science-U website (sciencecamps.psu.edu). Applications must be submitted electronically and should include a cover letter with a statement of relevant experience and a resume. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until all positions are filled.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines

How this job compares

Set against the 3,975 open Instructor jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$71–95K/yr647 salary ranges
  • Pennsylvania median$21–35/hr30 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 135 open Instructor jobs in Pennsylvania and 3,975 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
Instructor postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 2 to 5 years (1,395 postings).
Education
1,696 of the 3,975 open Instructor jobs (43%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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