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College for Kids (CFK) InstructorsParkland College • Champaign, IL, United States
College for Kids (CFK) Instructors

College for Kids (CFK) Instructors

Parkland College • Champaign, IL, United States
4 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

College for Kids (CFK) Instructors

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION(S) IS FILLED.

Since 1980, Parkland College's College for Kids (CFK) enrichment summer camp has provided area youth with challenging, exciting, and safe experiences designed to ignite a lifelong desire for learning. College for Kids provides the opportunity for students ages 6-13 years to explore areas of study and interest in a non-graded, fun-filled environment through quality, hands-on experiences. Position provides flexibility as instructors may submit 1-4 class proposals. Instructors may elect to teach one or both sessions.

Instructors are paid for 16 instructional hours per class. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience and ranges from $25 to $35 per hour. Hiring is contingent upon the course meeting the minimum class size and submission of the finalized class curriculum and supply list by a pre-established deadline in April.

All CFK classes are held on the main campus of Parkland College. More information is available at the College for Kids website.

Applicants must submit :

  • An online employment application
  • Cover letter
  • Resume or CV
  • Copy of official transcripts from the institution where you received your highest degree. If hired, certified official transcript is required .
  • A proposal for each class you wish to teach (may attach as PDF to application).

Proposals should include the following :

Instructor's name and current contact information, including a valid email address

  • Course title and description
  • Brief description of course objectives and goals
  • Appropriate ages / grade level for the proposed course (e.g., 6-8, 8-11, 8-13, 11-13 years, etc.)
  • Preferred session and class time
  • Applicants are encouraged to submit course proposals that will engage students in technology, math, science, engineering, and fine and visual arts, but are not limited to these topics. Specifically, proposals in the following areas will be given consideration : coding, app invention, robotics, engineering, circuit building, graphic design; introduction to invention, painting, fiber arts, weather / climate change, chemistry, physics, introduction to languages, simple construction, and / or cultural studies.
  • Questions regarding the position and proposals may be directed to Kathy Buyze at kbuyze@parkland.edu or 217-351-2235.

    College for

    Kids 2026 Sessions : Mandatory

    Orientation for instructors Thursday,

    June 4, 5 : 00 pm - 6 : 30 pm

    Session I (M-Th) June 15 - June 25, 12 : 45

  • 2 : 45 pm
  • (M-Th) June 15 -

    June 25, 3 : 00 - 5 : 00 pm

    Session II (M-Th) July 6 - July 16, 12 : 45 -

    2 : 45 pm

    (M-Th) July 6 -July

    16, 3 : 00 - 5 : 00 pm

    Program Goals : Summer

    CFK programs are designed to attain the following goals :

  • Provide hands-on explorations in specialized fields such as science, math, language arts, culinary, computer science, technology, humanities and fine arts.
  • Provide challenging experiences and intellectual stimulation that develop students' special interests.
  • Expose students to a learning atmosphere that will motivate them to achieve their highest potential.
  • Essential Job Functions :

  • Submit complete daily lesson plans, course syllabus, supply list and budget by established deadlines.
  • Commit to teach during the ENTIRE CLASS TIME on the eight days of the session.
  • Attend mandatory CFK Staff Orientation on Thursday, June 4, 2026.
  • Maintain high standard of teaching and learning in classroom.
  • Actively engage all students in learning each day.
  • Responsible for classroom management.
  • Minimum Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Two or more years' experience in education (teaching) or related field; experience teaching children ages six (6) through thirteen (13) years old preferred.
  • Prospective new hires will successfully complete a post offer, pre-employment criminal background check with fingerprinting. The background check review includes, but is not limited to, exclusionary offenses per the Illinois School Code and Title IV of the Higher Education Act.
  • Demonstrated passion and proficiency in the proposed subject area.
  • Provide classroom and / or online instruction to meet stated course objectives.
  • Patience when working with children.
  • Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills.
  • A professional attitude and the ability to work with others.
  • Ability to work with diverse populations and demonstrate cultural awareness and sensitivity.
  • Ability to commit to attending the mandatory Instructor Orientation on Thursday, June 4, 2026 from 5 : 00 pm - 6 : 30 pm.
  • Ability to commit to the full session for which one is applying. All classes are contingent upon meeting minimum enrollment. CFK sessions meet during the times listed. Please note that Parkland College is closed on Fridays in the Summer.
  • In an effort to comply with SURS return-to-work restrictions for employers (40 ILCS 5 / 15-139.5), candidates for employment at Parkland College must either not be a SURS annuitant or must be willing to suspend his / her SURS annuity upon employment. This applies to all SURS annuitants except those receiving their annuity under either the Self-Managed Plan (SMP) or by lump sum payment.
  • Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https : / / www.parkland.edu / careers will not be considered.

    Please monitor your email, including spam or junk mail folders, for future correspondence from Parkland College Human Resources.

    For further information on the application process, please contact Parkland College Human Resources at 217-351-2220.

    Applicants with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and / or interview process.

    Requests may be submitted by contacting Human Resources at 217-351-2220 or by emailing hr@parkland.edu.

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