World History K-12 Summer Instructor
The Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth has exciting summer employment opportunities for enthusiastic and knowledgeable world history instructors teaching The Ancient World for our summer programs for academically advanced students in 3rd-5th grade.
As a CTY instructor, you lead a small class of academically advanced students through a rigorous and interactive three-week course with the support of a teaching assistant.
Opportunities are available for three or six weeks of employment. Positions are available at Speyer School in Manhattan.
Must be local and able to commute. Commuter assistance is available for selected staff.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and engage children in various camp activities, ensuring a safe and enjoyable environment.
- Implement lesson plans that incorporate educational elements, including historical concepts, while promoting teamwork and creativity.
- Manage classroom behavior and provide support to academically advanced students.
- Administer first aid when necessary and maintain a safe environment.
- Foster positive relationships with campers and their families through effective communication and support.
Course Information:
- Describe how geography and environmental factors impact the development of civilizations
- Explain the criteria used to identify a society as a civilization
- Compare and contrast various aspects of ancient civilizations including geography, religion, achievements, politics, economics, and social structure
- Use secondary resources to research relevant topics
- Identify aspects of ancient civilizations that continue to exist or influence the modern world
Desired Qualifications
- 2 or more years of lead/independent teaching experience in a similar course
- Relevant degree in course content in geography or world history
- Experience working with youth is strongly preferred
Terms of Employment
- Starting salary for each three-session ranges from $4,000 to $5,000 depending upon years of experience and education.
- Employees provide their own transportation to domestic sites.
In order to be considered please apply using JHU's external job platform: 2026 CTY On-Campus Summer Programs Employment