Summer Science Camp Instructor: Seasonal Position

JOB TITLE: Science Summer Camp Instructor (Seasonal) EMPLOYER: Museum of Science & Innovation (MOSI) DEPARTMENT: Education

• REPORTS TO: Youth/Academic Programs Manger

MOSI's Summer Science Camps aim to spark curiosity and inspire a love of learning through creativity, imagination, and hands-on exploration. Our instructors are energetic, experienced, and passionate about creating engaging educational experiences for campers who have completed Pre-K through 11th grade. Camps cover a wide range of topics-from chemistry and robotics to marine biology-and take place in classroom, laboratory, and outdoor settings.

To explore this year's camp offerings, visit: mosi.org/program/school-break-camps/ Function: Develop and deliver hands-on STEAM curriculum that encourages campers to learn, make, tinker, and explore.

Responsibilities:

Work collaboratively with MOSI staff and outside experts to design and deliver camp programs. Integrate science, technology, engineering, art, and math into age-appropriate activities.

• Develop curriculum that promotes critical thinking, problem-solving, and scientific inquiry.

Attend mandatory instructor training and orientation (May 16th). Greet families in a friendly, enthusiastic, and professional manner. Uphold and promote MOSI's mission and educational philosophy.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree preferred; an associate degree or 5 years of relevant experience may substitute. Florida teaching certification is a plus. Minimum two years of experience teaching children and creating lesson plans. Background or interest in science and/or technology. Dependable, flexible, and comfortable working in varied environments.

Experience working with diverse groups of children.:

First Aid and/or CPR certification preferred. Must pass a Level II Background Screening through the Department of Children & Families.

Dates, Hours, and Locations:

Weekly camps run June 1 – August 7, 2026. Each week features new themes, new campers, and different teaching assignments. Full-Day Camps: 8:30 a.m. – 4:15 p.m. (Completed K–11th Grade) Half-Day Camps: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (Pre-K for ages 4–5)

Flexible Schedule:

Instructors may work most of the summer or select weeks. Must commit to full camp weeks, with a minimum of two weeks required.

Compensation:

Hours and rates of pay include preparation time. $700 per week for leading a full 5-day camp.

Benefits:

Complimentary MOSI general admission passes. Complimentary family membership to MOSI, ZooTampa, and The Florida Aquarium (valid through 12/31/26). Complimentary admission to 70+ Florida attractions through the Florida Attractions Association "Attraction Share" program. Discounted employee rates for MOSI camps and programs.