Summer Camp Staff Western Mass and CT

Job Summary

At Mad Science and Imagine Arts Academy (formerly ART-Ventures for Kids) we are having a blast. In our Summer programs we build and fly rockets, demonstrate lasers, explore the states of matter using dry ice, and help children create slime and other polymers. Our art programs foster creativity through exposure to an amazing variety or art media, tools and techniques. You will inspire the next generation of scientists and/or artists through our innovative activities that show kids what science and art is really all about.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating Summer programs using a pre-set curriculum
• Each session is a high-energy, part entertainment, part education, hands-on class that meets after school 1-2 hours and half or full days during the Summer.
• Possibility to facilitate birthday parties, stage shows or other one-off programs at additional camp and Summer sites.

Requirements

• Availability:
• Summer: Availability during the day for multiple weeks late June through late August for Summer.
• Additional Opportunity to continue working for us in the school year in after-school programming.
• Experience working or volunteering with groups of elementary-aged kids.
• Must have a reliable car and drivers license
• All employees will be subject to a criminal background checks (required)
• Some college experience preferred. Degrees and/or graduate degrees a plus. Science major not required for Mad Science, some art interest and/or background helpful for Imagine Arts.
• Have a fun, engaging & outgoing personality

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Compensation

$21.00 - $23.00 per hour