Sneaker & Streetwear Design Instructor, Camp Kaleidoscope, Summer Day Camp

About the role

JCC Greater Boston’s Camp Kaleidoscope is seeking an energetic and creative Sneaker & Streetwear Design Instructor to teach fashion design and costuming classes for children entering grades 4 - 8 this summer.

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
• Assist with 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

Benefits

• Seasonal Access to the JCC Fitness Center
• Free or discounted enrollment for camp programs may be available for camp employees’ children based on availability.

Pay

$20 per hour

Schedule

8:30am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday