Instructors Wanted
Course Proposals
Looking to propose a course? The Office of Continuing Education is always interested in presenting new offerings that meet the needs of our students and our standards for quality!
Call 215-497-8729 for more information or
- Complete a Course Proposal Form online.
- Download and complete a Course Proposal Form, and submit by email to Donna Kirn, Director of Continuing Education at donna.kirn@bucks.edu
Part Time Instructors wanted for Continuing Education Positions
Are you interested in teaching online or remote classes?
Bucks County Community College Continuing Education Department invites applicants from individuals in teaching non-credit classes. Classes vary in length and starting dates.
Instructors are needed in such areas as:
- Supply Chain Management
- ACE Certified Personal Trainer to teach ACE personal Training Course
- SAT - English portion
- History
- Japanese
- Yoga and/or Pilates
- German
- Italian
- Literature
It is preferred, but not required, for instructors to have at least a Bachelor's degree and work experience in the subject matter area.
Please submit a letter of application and a resume to:
Donna Kirn
Director, Continuing Education & Community Programs
Email: donna.kirn@bucks.edu
Applications will be accepted until positions are filled.
ATTENTION: PROSPECTIVE KIDS ON CAMPUS INSTRUCTORS
Join our team of enthusiastic, creative, dedicated camp instructors at Bucks County Community College
Dates: Kids on Campus will run from June 19 to August 11, 2023
Duration: Instructor Hours are Monday 8:00 am – 3:45 pm. Tuesday – Friday 8:30 am – 3:30 pm. These hours include a paid lunch to oversee lunch duties and have lunch with the campers. Camps are weeklong.
Ages: Camps are divided into four age groups – Ages 5-6, Ages 7-9, Ages 10-12, and Ages 13-15. Camps can be offered one week for one age group and a second week for a different age group.
Description of position: Kids on Campus Summer Camps are specialty day camps designed by the instructors for one full week during the summer. These specialized camps are structured to mirror a classroom at school. Each week hosts a variety of different camps. Instructors can pick which weeks they are available to run their camp in the camp proposal form. Once the camp proposal form is submitted and approved, we will set up an interview. If successful, the instructor will be contacted by HR for the required paperwork, and we will add your camp to the camp schedule.
Types of Camps: Kids on Campus is looking for a variety of new camps to offer. We are also looking for individuals who would be able to teach the following:
- Minecraft Certified Teachers who can utilize Minecraft Education Edition to develop daily STEM activities to campers.
- Instructors who can create STEM activities for campus using ROBLOX
- Cooking and Baking for kids
- Foreign Language Camps that are fun, immersive, and educational
- Outdoor Camps
- Art Camps, such as learning how to draw (beginner, intermediate, advanced levels)
- Technology camps, such as video editing, computer sciences, etc.
- Science camps that are fun, interactive, and hands-on
- We are open to new camp ideas
Qualifications:
- Applicants must be at least 21 years of age.
- Have experience working with and enjoy being with children.
- Must have experience with classroom management and conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to communicate with Kids on Campus Staff and campers’ parents.
- Ability to design and implement a variety of age-appropriate curriculum and camp activities for an entire week of camp.
- Prefer a degree in education or high level of expertise in the subject area related to the camp you are interested in teaching.
- Must obtain background check, Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Fingerprint, and Mandated Reporter Training prior to first day of work.
- Must submit all appropriate forms, including health history record, to Human Resources prior to the first day of work.
Hourly rate: $30.00
If you are interested in sharing your skills with Kids on Campus for 2023, please email michael.hughes@bucks.edu with your resume and we will send you a Camp Proposal form to complete. We will then review your proposal and if it passes, we will set up an interview.
Attention: Prospective Kids on Campus After Care Program Leader
Dates: Seasonal position that is 8-Weeks during Summers. For 2023, Kids on Campus will run from June 19 to August 11.
Duration: 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm Monday through Friday.
Ages: Campers will range from ages 5 to 15 who will be enrolled in the After Care Program.
Description of position: The After Care Program Leader is just like a lead instructor for camp. Will oversee the After Care Program by being on site to develop and conduct a structured program for campers. The After Care Program Leader will be in charge and work with the After Care Program Assistants, similar to how a camp instructor works with camp assistants for camps. If the After Care Program is a success, then we will be needing to expand this position to provide both a Before and After Care Program Service for campers.
Responsibilities: The responsibilities of the After Care Program Leader will include, but is not limited to:
- Taking attendance/Checking Campers into After Care from Camp Assistants who drop them off from their camp
- Ensuring parents/guardians sign campers out of After Care with Photo I.D.
- Overseeing the camper’s safety while they are attending the After Care Program
- Maintains list of campers that are in After Care and updates it with new registrations
- Contacts parents to inform them of any behavior issues and/or incidents that occurred during after care
- Communicates with parents with any changes, updates, and other information about After Care program and procedures
- Contacting security in case of emergencies, including medical
- Will oversee handing any camper medication to the parents when they arrive to pick-up their camper on Fridays
- Collecting late fees for campers whose parents/guardians were late for pick-up
Qualifications:
- Applicants must be at least 21 years of age
- Prefer candidate who will be able to work in this position every summer
- Have experience working with and enjoy being with children
- Must have experience with classroom management and conflict resolution skills
- Must be detailed oriented and well organized
- Ability to communicate with Kids on Campus Staff and campers’ parents/guardians
- Ability to design and implement a structured After Care program for campers whose ages range from 5 to 15
- Must obtain background check, Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Fingerprint, and Mandated Reporter Training prior to first day of work
- Must submit all appropriate forms, including health history record, to Human Resources prior to the first day of work.
Hourly Rate: $30.00
If you are interested in sharing your skills with Kids on Campus, please email michael.hughes@bucks.edu with your cover letter and resume.
Attention: Information Technology Academy Instructors
The IT Academy is seeking instructors who have the following certifications: MCITP: Database Administrator, ASP.NET/C# and Visual Basic, MySQL/PHP
Submit resume and cover letter to:
Owen Forrest
IT Academy
Continuing Education
Bucks County Community College
275 Swamp Road
Newtown, PA 18940
TEL: 215-968-8132
FAX: (215) 968-8320
Email: forresto@bucks.edu
Bucks County Community College is committed to providing equal education and employment opportunities. This encompasses persons in legally protected classifications in regard to race, color, national origin, sex, handicap, sexual orientation, age, religion, disabilities, and military veterans. The College provides reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). Please call the Campus Coordinator for Equal Employment Opportunity in advance to request or clarify accommodations or to address issues concerning equal opportunities at 215-968-8090. The EEO Office is located in Room 130, Tyler
Course Proposal Forms
Download Course Proposal Form (PDF Document - Fill out online and email to Donna Kirn at donna.kirn@bucks.edu
Non-Credit ESL Instructor Position
Bucks County Community College is seeking qualified individuals to join our team of talented ESL instructors for both day and/or evening courses. We are seeking instructors for all three campuses (Newtown, Bristol, and Perkasie) as well as online.
Responsibilities:
- Instruct ESL students across all four domains of English (reading, writing, speaking and listening.)
- Create and deliver effective lessons that engage students
- Teach according to established course objectives
- Maintain accurate student records (attendance, contact information, etc.)
- Attend meetings and professional development workshops to develop instructional skills
- Work collaboratively with other ESL instructors
Requirements Include:
- Bachelor’s Degree in TESOL, Applied Linguistics or related field. Master’s Degree preferred.
OR
- Bachelor’s Degree and a TESOL certification
- Must also have the ability to communicate effectively in English (native or near-native proficiency)
- Adult teaching experience preferred.
- Experience with SMART technology, and online learning platforms highly desired.
Additional Information:
Salary commensurate with education and experience.
Please submit resume and cover letter to:
Denise J. Alexander
Director, Training & Certification
Bucks County Community College
275 Swamp Road
Newtown, PA 18940
TEL: 215-968-8413
Email: denise.alexander@bucks.edu