Camp Art Specialist

Springfield, VT - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 21 - 21

Posted on: 13 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Open from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday with pre and post-camp care options the Springfield Jewish Community Center (JCC) Day Camp offers premium summer programs infused with Jewish learning and values from Kindergarten through high school. Located on the Longmeadow/Springfield MA line the Springfield JCC Day Camp is easily accessible for CT and MA residents. Our secure camp is located on 20 acres of beautiful grounds with basketball courts a playground athletic fields private woods a high and low ropes course a zip line a picnic grove a pavilion and more. Additionally its air-conditioned indoor facility boasts a fitness center an auditorium with a performance stage an arts and crafts studio classrooms flexible play spaces and best of all: an indoor 6 lane 25-yard swimming pool!

With the encouragement and guidance of our highly-skilled staff campers of all abilities and faiths participate in programs and activities designed to foster safe fun growth creativity Jewish values/traditions and lasting friendships. Instruction from our arts and crafts archery/nature ropes course Judaic and sports specialists will help campers discover their hidden talents. Whether making new friends or developing new skills Springfield JCC Day Camp-ers will experience their best summer ever!

Camp Staff Orientation is: 4-8pm June 16th 17th 18th

Camp Runs: June 22nd through August 14th

Art Specialist

Strong in various mediums (drawing painting sculpture)
Experience with kids clear communicator patient
Organization: Plan projects manage supplies stay on schedule
Prepare a curriculum and supply list before camp starts
Adaptability: Flexible with plans materials and group needs
Safety Knowledge: Understand art material safety and proper usage
Leadership: Guide small groups work well with camp team
Enthusiastic about art and camp life
Help with drop-off dismissal lunch and other groups
Communicate clearly with camp leadership about supply needs and timelines
Set up and break down art spaces efficiently
Keep art areas clean organized and safe
Collaborate with other specialists for cross-program activities (themes camp-wide projects and running your own art period that includes all ages-called Hobbies )

Requirements:

At least 16 years old

MA CORI/SORI/EEC background clearance

Must be able to commit to at least 7 out of the 8 weeks of camp as well as orientation First Aid/CPR Certification (will be provided)

Pay Range:

$17 - $21.50

Placement dependent on education level and years of experience

Required Experience:

Camp Staff Orientation is: 4-8pm June 16th 17th 18th

Camp Runs: June 22nd through August 14th

Art Specialist

Strong in various mediums (drawing painting sculpture)
Experience with kids clear communicator patient
Organization: Plan projects manage supplies stay on schedule
Prepare a curriculum and supply list before camp starts
Adaptability: Flexible with plans materials and group needs
Safety Knowledge: Understand art material safety and proper usage
Leadership: Guide small groups work well with camp team
Enthusiastic about art and camp life
Help with drop-off dismissal lunch and other groups
Communicate clearly with camp leadership about supply needs and timelines
Set up and break down art spaces efficiently
Keep art areas clean organized and safe
Collaborate with other specialists for cross-program activities (themes camp-wide projects and running your own art period that includes all ages-called Hobbies )