What are the responsibilities and job description for the Performing Arts Instructor (4th-9th Grade) position at Everwood Day Camp?
Inspire creativity. Build confidence. Bring the stage to life.
Lights, camera, action! Do you love theater, dance, and the performing arts—and want to share that passion with today’s youth? Join our team as a Performing Arts Instructor and help campers ages 9-14 explore movement, storytelling, music, and performance in a fun and supportive environment.
In this role, you’ll design and lead engaging performing arts sessions that introduce campers to the fundamentals of drama, dance, and stage performance, while helping them build confidence, creativity, and collaboration skills. From improv warm-ups and short skits to choreography and musical theater numbers, this position gives you the opportunity to shape a dynamic and memorable arts experience each week.
IDEAL CANDIDATES
Students studying theater, dance, music, or education
Teachers or aspiring educators
Camp professionals or performing arts enthusiasts
Anyone passionate about helping young performers build confidence and creativity through the arts
DATES, HOURS, AND PAY
8:30am to 4:15pm (this includes a 30-minute break per day)
June 22nd to Aug 21st (9 wks, preferred) or Aug 14th (8 wks) and hours are guaranteed.
Monday to Friday each week except for July 3rd when we are closed.
Salary range is $4225 and up for 9 weeks of work.
Free Camper Tuition for up to 2 children of successful applicants (up to a $14,000 value)
Paid Staff Training (additional $200 total) Tuesday June 2nd 4:30-9pm, Thursday June 4th 4:30-8pm, and Sunday June 7th 9am-4:30pm. All training will have meals provided.
Extra income can be made (up to $1320), working as a Bus Counselor or Extended Day staff.
LOCATION
Sharon, Massachusetts - but with free bus transportation from all over MA! (Boston, Brookline, Somerville, Newton, Milton, Needham, Wellesley, and more!)
Housing is not included.
ABOUT EVERWOOD DAY CAMP
At Everwood Day Camp, campers and staff grow together through unforgettable summers. Our "5 Star Points" camp values serve as the foundation for all areas of learning: Teamwork, Friendship, Independence, Integrity, and Inspiration. Campers explore sports, arts, adventure, and waterfront fun, while staff gain real leadership experience, build lifelong friendships, and make a lasting impact. It’s a place where everyone learns, plays, and creates memories that last a lifetime. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and affirming community for all members of our staff. As part of this commitment we offer affinity lunches throughout the summer, creating space for connection, support, and shared experiences.
Everwood Day Camp is an outdoor focused summer camp featuring many physically demanding activities on land and water. Staff members are regularly required to walk, hike and otherwise move in woods, fields, beaches, and lakes. To perform the job, each staff member of Everwood Day Camp must be physically able to travel around a large rural environment (fields, woods, beach, etc.) over uneven ground on a regular basis. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer!
WANT TO JOIN THE TEAM?
Apply by filling out our New Staff Interest Form at everwooddaycamp.com, or send an email directly to our Assistant Director of Staff, Taylor Gagnon, at taylor@everwooddaycamp.com
Salary : $4,225 - $4,625