Summer School Assistant: Rings, Reins, and Wonders (Ebersole)
Lansing, MI
Ebersole Environmental Center – LEA Assistant /
Summer School (See salary details for schedule & info) /
On-site
The Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in the increasingly diverse urban community of Lansing, MI. We are unique compared to other districts because of the wide variety of exciting and innovative educational options from which families and staff members can choose. All of Lansing School District’s team members are dedicated to our mission to provide an excellent education to all students in a safe and nurturing environment.
Job Description: These staff members (3 LEA) would be responsible for attending Ebersole’s mandatory summer camp training on June 11 and one two-night camp (see details below). Onsite LEA staff members will be asked to assist in facilitating/leading camp sessions (all materials and training will be provided in advance). These staff members are expected to ride the bus with students to and from camp for each session. If you love nature and hands-on education, then this is the summer position for you.
Camp Description: Join us for an enchanting summer experience where imagination takes flight! Set in the heart of nature at Ebersole, this camp combines the thrill of circus arts, the wonder of magic, and the majesty of horses. Campers will learn breathtaking circus skills, master magical tricks, and bond with horses through exciting outdoor adventures. Whether juggling, casting spells, or brushing manes, every day will be filled with fun, creativity, and enchantment!
Camp Schedule:
Staff Training (All Grade Levels) = June 11
Grades K-2 = June 24-26
Grades 3-5 = July 1-3
Grades 6-8 = July 8-10
Qualifications Required:
- Successful experience working with students in K-12 settings;
- Demonstrated commitment to high-quality planning and engaging content delivery;
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills;
- Experience and/or willingness to be trained in project-based learning (PREFERRED);
- Willingness to think creatively about content design and ways to assess student learning;
- Willingness to attend overnight camp at the Ebersole Center (REQUIRED); and
- Commitment to working closely with Ebersole director and staff.
Per LEA Contract
Up to 60 hours
At Lansing School District, we champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We foster a rich environment for professional growth and student experiences by valuing diverse perspectives. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite passionate individuals dedicated to educational excellence to apply for our positions.
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Thank you for your interest in joining our mission-driven team. We look forward to meeting you!
This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities and qualifications for the position. It is not an exhaustive list of duties, and the Lansing School District reserves the right to modify job responsibilities as needed. Due to the evolving needs of the District, additional job responsibilities may be assigned (depending on funding sources).
