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UTS - Design Camp Instructor 2026

North Carolina State University

$1200 - $1500, per camp and contingent on experience and depending on session(s) worked

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Jan 16, 2026

Position Information

Posting Number	PG195700TM
Position Number	48LS2026
Position Type	Temporary
Essential Job Duties	Position overview: Design Camp is an annual series of pre-college summer programs offered at NC State University College of Design to high school and middle school students. Design Camp informs students about college study in design and raises awareness of the impact of design in all aspects of our everyday lives. Having operated for over forty years, the Design Camp at NC State College of Design has provided the spark and fuel of inspiration for thousands of aspiring designers, including some who have gone on to national and international success in their field. Design Camp changes the lives of not only its campers but has proved to be a wonderful, life changing experience for hundreds of College of Design faculty, staff and students who have worked for the program over the years. Design Camp students work with camp instructors and teaching assistants on projects involving disciplines offered at the college: Architecture, Landscape Architecture and Environmental Planning, Graphic and Experience Design, Industrial Design, and Media Arts, Design and Technology. Instructors develop studio projects in response to a different theme each year, challenging students to explore their creativity and critical- thinking skills while pushing them to try a range of techniques and media. In addition to studio projects, students will attend special presentations and participate in creative group challenges, hosted by Design Lab staff. Primary Purpose of Position: Instructors are responsible for teaching campers in a single studio for one or more weeks of camp. Candidates may be hired to teach Middle School Day Camps (rising 6th-8th graders), Design Fundamentals Day Camp (rising 8th-9th graders), High School Explorations Day Camp (rising 9th-12th graders), High School Residential Camps (rising 10th-12th graders), Design Connections Residential (rising 10th-12th graders), and/or Design Immersions (rising 11th-12th graders). Middle School Day Camps, Design Fundamentals Day Camp, and Design Connections Residential are interdisciplinary studios, while High School Explorations Day Camp, High School Residential Camps, and Design Immersions are discipline-specific. Instructors are typically assigned a Teaching Assistant (TA) with the same or a closely related design discipline. Co-teaching pairs may be assigned in certain cases. When applicable, potential co-instructor pairs will be contacted and consulted prior to finalizing any co-teaching arrangement. Teaching Assistant (TA) assignments are determined solely by program needs. Instructors will follow the Design Camp curriculum guidelines provided to them and develop age-appropriate projects that align with the year's Design Camp theme. Projects should appropriately represent the College of Design and its disciplines in a way that is accessible and engaging for the assigned age group.
Is Time Limited	No
If Yes, Appointment Length
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits	As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone. What we offer: Health Insurance for Temporary Employees Enhance your career with LEAD courses Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free. Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare discounts, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community. Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Department Information

Job City & State	Raleigh, NC
Department	Design Lab for K-12 Education - College of Design

System Information

Classification Title	Temporary-Clerical
Working Title	UTS - Design Camp Instructor 2026

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule	See below
Other Work/Responsibilities	Work Schedule: Work schedules vary depending on the camp(s) assigned. During camp weeks, instructors should expect to work approximately 8:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Instructors are required to participate in a Camp Prep Day, a mandatory half-day session held prior to each camp session to ensure all studio preparation is complete before the start of camp. Dates listed for each camp include the associated Camp Prep Day. Training & Planning // April - June Instructors will participate in planning meetings in late March through early April to review curriculum goals and begin the initial studio planning process. Instructors should come prepared with preliminary ideas for potential studio projects. In mid to late April, instructors and Teaching Assistants (TAs) will be connected to further develop projects, plan preparation tasks, and align on studio needs. In late April through early May, instructors and TAs will meet with Design Camp staff to review lesson plans, receive feedback, and make any necessary updates prior to training. Instructor & Teaching Assistant Training // May 20-22, 2026 Instructors are required to complete training with their assigned Teaching Assistants (TAs) following the end of the Spring Semester on May 20-22, 2026. This training will include both instructional sessions and collaborative working time. Topics covered will include, but are not limited to: Pedagogy Project development Classroom management Adolescent development Camper safety and cultural awareness In addition to structured training, instructors and TAs will work together to identify preparation needs for upcoming camp weeks, including studio setup, supply planning, and workflow coordination. All Staff Meeting // June 5 Instructors must attend the All Staff Meeting on Friday, June 5, 2026. This meeting brings together all Design Camp staff to meet their coworkers and review program expectations, safety protocols, communication structures, and camp operations. Instructors will present their studio projects and outline what support they will need from Counselors during camp. Design Camp Sessions // June - August June 18, June 21 - June 27, 2026 High School Explorations Residential Camp July 5 - July 10, 2026 Design Fundamentals Day Camp Design Connections Residential Program July 12 - July 18, 2026 Middle School Day Camp Session 1 Design Immersions Residential Program July 24, 2026 Mid Summer Meeting & Last Week Prep Day July 24, July 27 - July 31, 2026 Middle School Day Camp Session 2 High School Explorations Day Camp August 5, 2026 Design Camp Leazar Clean Up and Staff Evaluations
Minimum Experience/Education	College of Design faculty, adjunct faculty, graduate students and design professionals are eligible to apply. Must be able to lift and carry 10-30 lbs. (when setting up and breaking down your studio) Some standing, crouching, walking, stair climbing abilities and general physical mobility may be required in this position. All candidates chosen for staff positions at Design Camp are required to pass a criminal background check.
Department Required Skills	Experience and demonstrated success planning and implementing design projects, experience and or interest in working with high school and middle school students Demonstrated design skills, understanding of design thinking and process and teaching/leadership experience required Enthusiasm for education and teaching are a must Participation in training is mandatory Must have excellent organizational, writing and communication skills Must be able to maintain positive professional relationships among Design Camp colleagues and working with students Must be willing and able to support fellow staff and collaborate as a team player
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education	NC State University College of Design faculty, graduate student, teaching staff or alumni
Required License or Certification	n/a
Valid NC Driver's License required?	No
Commercial Driver's License Required?	No

Recruitment Details

Anticipated Hiring Range	$1200 - $1500, per camp and contingent on experience and depending on session(s) worked

Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date	01/16/2026

Applicant Information

Quick Link

https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/226345

EEO

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