Up-Cycle Fashion Design Instructor, Camp Kaleidoscope, Summer Camp

About the role

Camp Kaleidoscope is a summer day camp in Newton, MA that attracts creative campers interested in the arts, science, and the outdoors. The camp features a variety of activities led by experienced counselors and activity specialists, including drama, art, science, sports, swimming, and more.

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 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

Physical Requirements

• Able to work well in a busy, dynamic, and sometimes noisy environment involving multiple tasks and priorities
• Able to work in variety of weather conditions for extended periods of time in case of rain, heat, humidity, cold, or other environmental factors to ensure the supervision and safety of campers in our care
• Able to lift and carry objects weighing 30-40 pounds (boxes of supplies, children’s backpacks, etc.)
• Able to sit and kneel; getting down at eye level with children regularly

Pay

The pay rate offered will ultimately be determined by relevant qualifications, experience, and JCC's internal equity. The estimated annual salary is $24,743.

Schedule

This is an hourly position with a daily schedule of 8:30am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday. The 8-week camp program runs from June 22 - August 21, including staff training. While we prefer candidates who are available all summer, we recognize that candidates may have other obligations and are happy to work with your schedule.