Job Description

Summer Tech Instructor - Coding, Digital Art & STEM Programs

Your Summer Starts Here - Teach, Inspire, Grow

OVERVIEW

This is a teaching position focused on delivering fun, engaging courses in coding, digital art, and technology to children and youth. As a KGM Summer Camp Instructor, you will help spark creativity, build confidence, and introduce young learners to the exciting world of tech. We're looking for enthusiastic and reliable individuals who enjoy working with kids and are ready to lead hands-on activities in a structured, supportive environment.

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

Deliver engaging tech-based lessons that inspire curiosity and creativity

Guide students in creating real projects using our pre-developed curriculum

Foster a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment

Work collaboratively with volunteers and assistant instructors

Assist with classroom setup, daily logistics, and safety procedures

Participate in team meetings to share feedback and improve programming

All instructors will receive detailed lesson plans and full training in required software and hardware before the start of camp.

WHERE YOU'LL WORK

Courses will be delivered at community centres throughout the Greater Toronto Area. Instructors will be assigned locations based on their home address and proximity; however, flexibility to travel within the assigned region is required. We are currently hiring instructors in the following areas:
York Region: Markham, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Bradford, Aurora, Newmarket
Durham Region: Ajax, Whitby, Scugog
Simcoe Region: Barrie, Georgina, East Gwillimbury

QUALIFICATIONS

A passion for working with children and helping them succeed

A positive, flexible, and growth-oriented attitude

Experience with children through school, work, or volunteering

A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle (required for equipment transport)

Interest in technology is an asset--but not required. We value energy, enthusiasm, and dedication above all!

TRAINING & ONBOARDING

Full training provided, including software tools, classroom setup, and safety procedures

All instructors must complete Standard First Aid & CPR-C and obtain a Vulnerable Sector Screening

HIGH FIVE certification is highly encouraged as it demonstrates your commitment to child development

BENEFITS

$19-$25/hour + paid training

Leadership and teaching experience that enhances any resume

A meaningful and memorable summer full of purpose and fun

READY TO JOIN US?

Send your resume to jobs@kidsgreatminds.org and start your summer adventure today! We strongly encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds--our strength comes from our differences. Only selected candidates will be contacted, and we thank all applicants for their interest.

Job Type: Seasonal
Contract length: 7 weeks

Pay: $19.00-$25.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-07-18
Expected start date: 2025-07-21