Art Instructor, Camp Kaleidoscope, Summer Day Camp

About the role

JCC Greater Boston’s Camp Kaleidoscope is seeking an energetic and creative Art Specialist to inspire young artists this summer in Newton, MA. The Arts & Crafts Specialist leads daily visual arts activities for campers, encouraging exploration, self-expression, and joy through various media.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and lead age-appropriate activities in your specialty area
• Ensure the safety and well-being of campers during activities
• Create a fun, inclusive, and supportive environment that encourages skill-building and exploration
• Work in partnership with counselors and camp leadership to provide a cohesive, positive camper experience
• Maintain, organize, and request necessary supplies and equipment
• Adapt activities to meet the needs and abilities of diverse campers
• Support camp-wide special events and large-group programming as assigned
• Auxiliary support for overall camp operations as needed (drop-off/pick-up, transitions, lunch, supervision, etc.)

Qualifications

• High school degree preferred
• College degree, concentration, certification, or equivalent experience in specialty area preferred
• 1+ season (summer camp, semester, other) instructor experience planning and leading activities for children
• Portfolio or examples of projects preferred
• Customer service experience preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Genuine enjoyment of working with children and helping them grow
• Passion and expertise in your specialty area (arts, sports, music, cooking, science, etc.)
• Ability to plan and lead age-appropriate, engaging, and inclusive activities
• Excellent group management skills
• Strong communication, teamwork, and collaboration skills with campers and staff
• Safety awareness and ability to manage risks during activities
• Creativity, flexibility and patience to adapt activities for diverse camper needs
• Positive, energetic attitude and commitment to fostering an inclusive, joyful camp environment
• Proactive problem-solving and willingness to ask for guidance when needed
• Self-starter who takes the initiative
• Ability to work well with others, building/sustaining collaborative solid relationships
• Commitment to build strong relationships with campers, co-workers, and camp leadership

Benefits

• In addition to offering rewarding work and great career opportunities within our mission-driven, values-driven, and family-centric environment, JCC Greater Boston proudly offers employees the generous benefits listed below.
• JCCGB Perks! Each seasonal employee is eligible for access to JCC Greater Boston's top class fitness, recreation and wellness facility in Newton!
• Seasonal access to the JCC Fitness Center includes:
• Use of the Fitness Center at Leventhal-Sidman JCC during active seasonal employment
• Free or discounted enrollment for camp programs may be available for camp employees’ children based on availability.

Pay

The starting pay rate is $18 per hour, with the final rate determined by relevant qualifications, experience, and JCC's internal equity. The camp runs from June 22 to August 21, 2023.

Schedule

The position is an hourly position with a daily schedule of 8:30am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday.