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Job Title: Youth Entrepreneurship Program Instructor
Program Dates: Monday, July 7 – Thursday, July 24, 2025
Schedule: 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM, Monday through Thursday
Location: Manhattan University Riverdale, NY
Compensation: $45.00 per hour
Program Overview: Manhattan University's Youth Entrepreneurship Camp is a dynamic three-week summer program for high school students aged 15–17. Students will develop a business venture from concept to product, learning essential entrepreneurial skills such as problem identification, audience definition, competition assessment, branding, and pitching. The program emphasizes hands-on learning, collaboration, and real-world application.
Position Summary: We seek an enthusiastic and knowledgeable instructor to lead and mentor students through the entrepreneurial process. The instructor will facilitate daily sessions, guide project development, and foster a supportive learning environment. This is an in-person, on-campus, non-remote position.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and deliver engaging lesson plans aligned with the program's objectives.
* Guide students through creating a business venture, including ideation, branding, marketing, and pitching.
* Facilitate group discussions and provide constructive feedback on student projects.
* Coordinate with leadership staff to ensure a cohesive program experience.
* Monitor student progress and adapt instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
* Identify and invite guest speakers to meet with the students.
* Organize and oversee the final presentation event where students showcase their ventures to the public.
* Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree in Business, Education, or a related field; Master’s preferred.
* Experience teaching or mentoring high school students.
* Strong understanding of entrepreneurial concepts and business development.
* Excellent communication and organizational skills.
* Ability to inspire and motivate young learners.
* Passion for education and youth development.
Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Catholic Lasallian institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. We expect our faculty, administration, and staff to be knowledgeable about our mission and to make a positive contribution to the mission. Applicants from historically under-represented segments of the population are encouraged to apply, as well as those attracted to a university with a Catholic identity. We are committed to a diverse campus community. AA/EO Employer M/F/D/V
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