Culinary Camp Educator

Summer Camp Contract Educator

• Culinary Camp About the

Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites:

The Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites (ISMHS) is a statewide museum system with 12 locations, including a central museum based in Indianapolis. Our mission is to ignite wonder, inspire curiosity, reveal stories and create connections. Our values are Integrity, Stewardship, Interconnectivity and Transparency.

Purpose of Position/Summary:

The Indiana State Museum is seeking a Contract Educator to lead a 1-week long 1st

• 3rd grade summer camp within the Programs and Education Engagement department. This position will work from 7:40 am
• 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday, June 1st
• 5th, 2026 [JS1] leading Culinary Camp for 1st
• 3rd Graders[JS2] , and attend mandatory training prior to beginning Camp.

Responsibilities Include:

• Lead camp activities and encourage youth learning through Indiana State Museum-prepared camp lesson plans and hands-on activities.
• Assist with the preparation of materials and coordinating supplies for camp activities.
• Directly supervise incoming 1st-3rd campers and follow disciplinary procedures when needed; report disciplinary issues to Camp Program Manager immediately.
• Guide and supervise part-time camp counselors and model appropriate interactions with campers.
• Mentor and encourage creativity, exploration, and a hands-on, minds-on learning environment with campers.
• Model leadership, a positive attitude, and a desire to learn and innovate with campers.
• Assist with set-up/clean-up of activities including before/after camp games and activities.
• Provide a safe environment for play, learning, and discovery with campers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma required. Teaching experience in formal or informal education settings preferred.
• Experience working with school-aged youth.
• Strong communication skills with school-aged youths.
• Exhibit excellent public speaking skills, enthusiasm, and creativity while interacting with campers, camp families, and visitors of all ages and abilities.
• Collaborative personality and a team player.
• Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks.
• Ability to maintain campers' safety and well-being.
• Ability to maintain a professional appearance and attitude.
• Ability to work 7:40 am
• 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday. This position will work from 7:40 am
• 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday. This position will lead 1 the week of June 1, 2026
• June 3rd , 2026 and attend training prior to beginning Camp. This role will be paid a weekly flat fee of $930.00.
• This is a temporary position.

Physical effort:

• Educators must move within the classroom.
• Educators must assist with the set-up of tables, chairs, and program supplies.
• Educators work primarily inside the museum building with recess outside for 30 minutes, weather permitting.

o Some camps include offsite visits within walking distance. This position reports directly to the Camp Program Manager and works closely with Program and Education Engagement staff. To apply, please email a resume and cover letter to Indiana State Museum's Camp Team at ismcamps@indianamuseum.org. [JS1]Further down, under the Job Requirements section, in yellow, there is a range of 3 weeks to work, not just one. Which one is it? [JS2]Is this position teaching 1-3rd graders only, or 1-8th graders as stated in the Responsibilities section?

Pay:

$930.00 per week

Work Location:

In person