WE INVITE YOU TO JOIN US!
Over the past few years, many talented and incredible faculty members from outside of the GMU forensics team and coaching staff have helped make GMIF the incredible experience it is. We are so lucky to be surrounded by an incredible forensics community filled with coaches who are passionate and innovative educators. We have created an open application process for anyone with forensics experience who is interested in joining our family! Hiring is contingent on camp size.
OPEN POSITIONS
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INTERN POSITION
Position Description:
Interns are responsible for the promotion and supervision of an educational and fun camp environment during non-curriculum time at GMU. During the day, interns are responsible for assisting the camp director in any needed capacity. During the night block, interns work directly with campers to help improve events. Interns report directly to the camp directors and work closely with GMU residential life to ensure a safe and fun camp experience for everyone. Staying on campus in the dorms is required. Minimum Requirements: - Graduation from high school prior to the beginning of GMIF 2019 - Participation in high school forensics - At least one year of experience attending GMIF or other large forensics institutes as a camper OR - Acceptance onto a collegiate forensics team Preferred Qualifications: - Previous leadership roles in a forensics setting - Previous experience with teaching in some capacity |
LAB ASSISTANT POSITION
Position Description:
Lab assistants work in a "lab" (a group of six to eight campers) and have the primary responsibility of helping the students in that lab conceptualize, develop, and perfect a competition-ready speech by the end of camp. Other responsibilities include participation in performance hour, attending curriculum lectures, and ensuring the well-being of all campers. Lab assistants report directly to the assigned Lab Leader but are also supervised by the curriculum director. Minimum Requirements: - Must have completed 1 year of school at a college or university - Must compete in college forensics OR - Must have at least one year of experience as a GMIF staff member Preferred Qualifications: - Previous experience as a staff member at GMIF or another large forensics institute - Previous experience in a teaching or mentorship role - Demonstration of forensics experience in your preferred curricular area |
LAB LEADER POSITION
Position Description:
Lab leaders are responsible for the daily implementation of the curriculum designed for that particular genre. They supervise one lab assistant and facilitate the development of events for the students in their lab. Other responsibilities include occasional lecture development, communication with the curriculum directors, and field trip attendance. Minimum Requirements: - Bachelor's Degree OR - 2+ years experience as a GMIF staff member Preferred Qualifications: - Previous employment experience as a forensics coach on the high school or collegiate level - Multiple experiences in a teaching or leadership role - Demonstrated ability to facilitate a safe and inclusive environment for high school students - Demonstration of forensics expertise in your preferred curricular area |
HOW TO APPLY
We invite applicants to submit the following materials:
Please email materials to [email protected]. We will begin reviewing applications on April 15th, 2020 and continue to hire on a roll basis contingent on camp enrollment until camp begins.
- The 2020 application form (attached below)
- A resume or curriculum vitae (please include education history, relevant teaching experience, as well as personal competitive accolades and/or accolades of students you've coached.)
- A one page teaching philosophy
Please email materials to [email protected]. We will begin reviewing applications on April 15th, 2020 and continue to hire on a roll basis contingent on camp enrollment until camp begins.
