Principal Responsibilities :

Share your love of visual arts with children this summer! Camp Kaleidoscope, the JCC arts day camp in Newton, has a position for a creative, enthusiastic art teacher who can make learning fun.

Activities may include drawing and painting, sculpture, collage, mixed-media and more. Teach up to five daily art classes to campers entering grades K-8 (grouped by grade level).

JCC Greater Boston is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds.

While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs or background.

We are guided by JCC Greater Boston core values - Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration and Transformation - which resonate with many who do not identify as Jewish.

Camp Kaleidoscope draws creative youth interested in the arts, science and the outdoors. Supportive, experienced counselors and teachers guide campers as they develop and build self-confidence.

Salary for the full season is $4,800-$6,250. The salary offered will ultimately be determined by the scope of the position, the candidate's relevant experience, and internal equity.

While a full summer commitment is preferred for this role, there is some flexibility.

Schedule

June 17 through August 16, 8 : 30am - 4 : 30pm, Mondays through Fridays, Full-time seasonal

Responsibilities

• Curriculum development and managing supplies / equipment
• Lead art and craft experiences
• Create a fun / joyful dynamic
• Lead up to 5 activities daily, culminating in exhibits for Arts Night every 4 weeks
• Work in partnership with peers and Camp Leadership to provide a happy, safe and memorable summer for the children
• Contribute, as needed, in camp special events and initiatives

Minimum Qualifications :

Qualifications

• Portfolio, degree or significant experience in visual arts
• Experience with children
• Excellent group management skills
• Flexibility in plans and positive attitude
• Enjoy working with children and a strong desire to make a difference every day
• Ability to multitask and to manage situations effectively and diplomatically
• Ability and commitment to build strong relationships with campers, parents, co-workers, and camp leadership

ADA Statement : Individuals must possess these criteria for knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation and using some other combination of skills and abilities.

Benefits

In addition to a rewarding position where you care for a community, the JCC Greater Boston provides competitive benefits including :

• A competitive salary
• A fun, active work culture and community
• Complimentary summer access to the JCC Greater Boston facility in Newton - offering indoor swimming and workout facilities
• Parents working full time may have their child attend camp for free for the weeks they are working
• Outstanding working environment including convenient, free parking
• Camp Kaleidoscope offers free camp bus service from Cambridge, Brookline, Framingham, Sudbury and Wayland.

Benefits are subject to review and change by the Organization.

Last updated : 2024-04-27