Summer Camp at the JCCSF offers one-week to three-week sessions in both the traditional day camp and specialty camp settings for campers in grades K-8. Musical Theater Camp is in session June 10 - August 16. Our classic day camps feature arts & crafts, STEAM projects, and sports. Specialty camps include visual arts, nature exploration, musical theater, science and more. 

The Musical Theater Specialist will create, organize, and implement 3 three-week session of camp. Musical Theater camp is offered for campers in 2 sessions of grades 1 – 4 (performing Lion Kin, Jr. And Finding Nemo, Jr.) and one session of grades 5 – 8 (performing Mean Girls, Jr. ).

The ideal candidate should have strong classroom management skills and must be able to implement a well-rounded Musical Theater program for youth ages 6 - 14. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Organize and implement Musical Theater curriculum which will include the following:
• Singing
• Dance Choreography
• Set Design
• Acting
• Prepare for and deliver 3 weeks of musical theater programming including creating supply lists, curriculum development and teach daily design lessons
• Implement an interactive, age appropriate curriculum 
• Supervise general counselors (when applicable) 
• Support camper drop-off and pick-up processes 
• Provide excellent customer service to camp families by communicating with them about their camper’s experience 
• Set-up camp room and cleanup daily 
• Implement daily safety check of supplies and tools.
• Practice personal leadership skills. 
• Model appropriate behavior for campers. 
• Set clear and consistent limits and resolve behavioral problems with assistance from supervisors.
• Additional responsibilities as required.

REQUIREMENTS:

• At least 1 year as an educator
• Knowledge and ability to explain and facilitate age-appropriate design and tool use skills for elementary and middle school-aged campers. 
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and oral. 
• Passions for film making projects, informal education and youth programs. 
• Knowledge of summer camps preferred.
• Ability to work well both in a team environment and independently. 
• Must have enthusiasm, flexibility, and ability to improvise a must. 
• Must be 21 years or older. 
• Must be able to lift 50lbs, stand/walk for approximately 6 hours a day.

Working conditions: 

Will be working with youth ages 6-14. The primary setting for Musical Theatre camp will be in our performance stage hall, where all rehearsals and shows will take place.

DATE AND HOUR REQUIREMENTS:

• Paid Staff Training: June 3, 2024 – June 7, 2024
• Summer Direct Service Hours: June, 10, 2024 – August 16, 2024.
• 5 hours of prep work available
• Up to 10 hours per week of prep time in May