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City of Kaukauna

Youth Sports Instructor

Kaukauna, WI · On-site

$20/hr

Summer Program - Youth Sports Instructor The Kaukauna Recreation Department is hiring a Summer School Program Instructor for a couple of sports programs, including basketball and soccer. What You ...

City of Salt Lake City

$18/hr

Hourly YouthCity Program Instructor I - Hourly Salt Lake City is looking for Hourly YouthCity ... During the Summer Program, this position will work5-hourblocks Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 1 ...

Town of Avon

Recreation Program Instructor II

Avon, CO · On-site

This position is a school-aged lead qualified position and can be summer camp seasonal or part-time ... Program Instructor II requires a minimum age of 18 years old. Verifiable experience of at least ...

Avon

Recreation Program Instructor II

Avon, CO · On-site

$23 - $27/hr

This position is a school-aged lead qualified position and can be summer camp seasonal or part-time ... Program Instructor II requires a minimum age of 18 years old. Verifiable experience of at least ...

Avon

Recreation Program Instructor I

Avon, CO · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

This position is a school-aged aide qualified position and can be summer camp seasonal or part-time ... Program Instructor I position requires applicants to be at least 16 years of age, have a state ...

Town of Avon

Recreation Program Instructor I

Avon, CO · On-site

This position is a school-aged aide qualified position and can be summer camp seasonal or part-time ... Program Instructor I position requires applicants to be at least 16 years of age, have a state ...

Avon

Recreation Program Instructor II

Avon, CO · On-site

This position is a school-aged lead qualified position and can be summer camp seasonal or part-time ... Program Instructor II requires a minimum age of 18 years old. Verifiable experience of at least ...

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As of Aug 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer program instructor in the United States is $18.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.98 and $19.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a summer program instructor?

Summer Program Instructors are professionals who lead and supervise educational or recreational activities for children or teens during summer camps or seasonal programs. They are responsible for planning lessons, ensuring participant safety, and fostering a fun, inclusive environment. Their duties may include teaching specific subjects, organizing games, managing group dynamics, and communicating with parents or guardians. Summer Program Instructors play a key role in helping participants learn new skills and make meaningful connections over the summer.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a summer program instructor?

To thrive as a Summer Program Instructor, you need experience in youth education or supervision, strong subject knowledge, and often a degree or coursework in education or a related field. Familiarity with lesson planning software, camp management systems, and basic first aid certification are commonly required. Leadership, patience, adaptability, and effective communication are standout soft skills in this role. These skills and qualities are vital to ensure engaging, safe, and well-organized programs that foster positive learning experiences for participants.

What are common challenges summer program instructors face, and how can they address them?

Summer Program Instructors often encounter challenges such as managing diverse groups of children with varying needs and maintaining engagement during long program days. Effective communication, flexibility, and proactive planning are key to overcoming these challenges. Building rapport quickly, setting clear expectations, and using a variety of interactive activities can help keep participants focused and enthusiastic. Additionally, collaborating closely with co-instructors and support staff ensures smooth operations and a positive environment for both students and staff.

What is the difference between Summer Program Instructor vs Camp Counselor?

AspectSummer Program InstructorCamp Counselor
Required CredentialsVaries; often CPR/First Aid, sometimes teaching or activity-specific certificationsTypically minimal; focus on supervision and safety
Work EnvironmentEducational settings, community centers, specialized programsSummer camps, outdoor settings, recreational facilities
Employer & Industry UsageSchools, non-profits, private programsSummer camps, youth recreation organizations
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles, qualifications, and responsibilitiesSupervision, activities, and camp experience

While both roles involve working with children during summer, Summer Program Instructors often have specific educational or activity-related responsibilities and may require certifications. Camp Counselors focus on supervision, safety, and recreational activities in camp settings. The roles overlap in working environments and target youth engagement, but the Instructor role typically involves more structured educational or skill-based instruction.

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Infographic showing various Summer Program Instructor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,049 per year, or $18.3 per hour.

Program Instructor: Coding for Gaming, Tufts Pre-College Programs

Medford, MA • On-site

Tufts University
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Description
The Tufts University College Pre-College team is currently seeking a Program Instructor for our 1-week gaming program: Coding for Gaming, offered by Tufts' University College to rising High School sophomores, juniors, seniors, and graduating seniors. "Coding for Gaming" is a fast-paced, immersive summer program that introduces high school students to the core principles of game development, interactive storytelling, and coding through the lens of professional game design. Students will gain hands-on experience designing, prototyping, and coding their own playable games. In just one week, students will explore the full game development pipeline-from concept to code-while learning about the collaborative roles of designers, developers, and storytellers in the gaming industry. The goal is for student to learn not just technical skills, but also creative problem-solving, playtesting, and game design. There is potential for this instructor to design their own curriculum and path for this program.
Time Commitment
Coding for Gaming will take place for 1-week: Monday, June 22-Friday, June 26, 2026. The Program Instructor can expect to work an average of 2-3 hours per week upon hire during the spring semester (expected to start late April) for pre-program planning, with full time hours during the 1-week June program.
  • Program Planning: 2-3 hours/week from April-June (flexible days/times)
  • Program Dates: June 22nd to June 26, 2025
  • Program Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm with some preparation time before/after programming as needed

Compensation
The total compensation for the Coding Academy Program Instructor position, inclusive of all planning and program time, is $3,500 (standard summer instructor rate).
Responsibilities
As a Program Instructor, your duties include, but are not limited to:
Hiring/Payroll
  • Identify guest speakers, recruit and hire instructional support positions

Program Preparation
  • Place students into groups, set up Canvas, classroom sessions, other resources as needed

Program Planning
  • Develops and refines Coding for Gaming curriculum, syllabus, and block schedule
  • Designs summer program schedule, including field trips, as well as any opening and closing activities, in coordination with the Program Lead and Instructors

Operations
  • Leads and instructs a group of students in an in-person instructional setting, maintaining high standards for behavior and safety from June 22nd to June 26th 2026.
  • Attends all program events from June 22nd to June 26th 2026.
  • Plans final project for students prior to program start with support of Program Lead
  • Assists students who are struggling with course content and proactively supports them as needed
  • Serves as a positive adult role model for members in the program through appropriate dress, speech, attitude, and courtesy
  • Evaluates program daily and suggests improvements, needs, hazards and recurring trends to Program Lead for further evaluation
  • Demonstrates reliability and punctuality by arriving on-time for all scheduled activities
  • Ensures student attendance is monitored during programming, reporting on attendance to guarantee that proper safety procedures are followed
  • Submits final grades in a timely manner in accordance with Tufts University deadlines
  • Other duties as needed

Qualifications
Required:
  • Must be able to instruct students of varying skill and experience levels in multiple programs based on interest and ability
  • Must demonstrate responsibility, a desire to help others, discretion, and flexibility
  • Ability to work with students of diverse ethnic backgrounds, academic profiles, and skill levels
  • Knowledge and ability to instruct students in coding languages (C#, JavaScript, Python, or other similar programming languages)
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and customer service skills (written and verbal)
  • Adept critical thinking, process development, and operationalization. Strong attention to detail
  • Excellent project management skills, prioritization abilities and navigation of tight deadlines
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
  • Passion for learning and education

Preferred:
  • Computer/Engineering/STEM/Education related majors or relevant experience
  • Experience teaching high school or undergraduate students in coding and/or game design
  • Familiarity with popular programming languages (Python, JavaScript, C++, C#, HTML/CSS)
  • Game, web and/or app development experience using languages such as Swift and/or Blockly

Application Instructions
Submit your resume and cover letter to be considered for this position. Please reach out to precollege@tufts.edu with a subject line of: Coding for Gaming Program Instructor if you have any questions.
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