Camp Levine Summer Camp Teachers

Levine Music:

Levine Music

Levine Music is a welcoming community where children and adults find lifelong inspiration and joy through learning, performing, listening to, and participating with others in music. Guided by core values of excellence and opportunity, Levine offers a broad, well-rounded curriculum delivered by distinguished faculty for students of all ages, abilities, and interests.

Camp Levine

As the D.C. area’s premier fine arts camp, Camp Levine has inspired thousands of children, young musicians, and families for 36 years. We seek experienced, enthusiastic arts educators to continue this tradition in Summer 2025.

Session Dates

• Session 1: June 23 – July 11, 2025 (No camp July 4)
• Session 2: July 14 – August 1, 2025

Campus Locations

• NW DC – Upton Street
• SE DC – THEARC
• MD – Strathmore
• VA – West Falls

Teaching & Staff Positions

Pre-K / Kindergarten Teacher

Teaches ages 4–5 through music/circle time, art, movement, stories, and outdoor play. Works with the same group of 8–10 campers daily. Full-day (9am–4pm) preferred; half-day possible. Early childhood/elementary experience required. Orff, Kodály, Montessori, or Steiner training a plus.

Choral/Vocal Music Teacher

Works with groups of 20–25 campers in grades 1–6. Leads warm-ups, group singing connected to the camp theme, and selects/prepares all vocal repertoire for the musical theatre performance. Collaborates closely with dance and drama faculty for musical integration. Afternoon position; can be paired with morning classes.

Instrument Teachers

Teach group instrumental classes for multiple ages. Responsibilities include:

• Morning Sing: Accompany full-camp singing as part of a small pit ensemble.
• Focus Instrument (Grades 3–6): Daily 30–40 minute beginner lessons preparing a final performance piece.
• Instrument Sampler (Grades 1–2): Introductory small-group exploration.
• Meet the Instruments (PreK/K): Up to three classroom visits per session.

Possible openings include: cello, violin, piano, flute, guitar, clarinet, trumpet, saxophone, percussion, and harp (availability varies by site). Morning positions; can be paired with afternoon assignments.

Music Teacher

General music instruction for ages 6–12, grouped by age. Designs lessons across musical topics, preparing each class for the final performance. Leads daily Morning Sing, selecting and teaching repertoire. Comfort with Orff instruments and large-group leadership preferred. Morning position; can be paired with afternoon work.

Dance Teacher

Teaches warm-ups, age-appropriate choreography, and prepares dances for the musical theatre performance. Collaborates with choral/vocal and drama teachers for thematic cohesion. Afternoon position; can be paired with morning teaching.

Drama Teacher

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Before Care Teacher

Arrives by 7:50 AM, greets campers beginning at 8:00 AM, manages sign-in, and supervises structured/unstructured activities for all ages until 9:15 AM. Escorts campers to classes at 9:20 AM.

After Care Teacher

Supervises structured/unstructured activities from 3:45–6:00 PM for campers PreK–Grade 6. Manages authorized pick-ups. Can also teach morning/afternoon classes for a full-day schedule.

Songwriting & Composition Teacher

Teaches grades 1–6 (10–14 students per group). Meets with each group every other day. Introduces notation, musical structure, and composition, guiding campers as they create original music. Afternoon position; can combine with morning teaching.

Art & Mixed Media Teaching Roles

Art Class Teacher (Morning)

Plans thematic projects using diverse media; creates a gallery for final performances; ensures all artwork goes home.

Instrument Building Teacher (Morning)

Leads age-appropriate instrument-making activities tied to the camp theme.

Production Art Teacher (Afternoon)

Collaborates with choral, dance, and drama staff to guide campers in creating set pieces and props for the musical theatre performance.

Puppetry & Magic Teacher (Afternoon)

Explores camp themes through puppetry, magic tricks, and hands-on crafts.

Multiple art positions can be combined for a full-day schedule.

Games & Sports Teacher

Teaches structured outdoor games for groups of 20–25 campers in grades 1–6, integrating the camp theme when possible. Allows occasional unstructured play. Generally a morning class; can be paired with afternoon assignments.

Snack & Recess Teacher

Supervises 20–25 campers plus 4 teen apprentices in afternoon unstructured play and snacktime. Can be paired with a morning class for full-day work.

Guest Teacher (Full-Time, 3 Weeks)

Provides instructional coverage when faculty are absent; otherwise supports camp administration. Requires flexibility, strong communication, and comfort adapting to different ages and disciplines.

Key Qualifications

• Experience with children in camps/schools
• Ability to provide musical instruction
• Flexibility across age groups
• Social media and Microsoft Office skills a plus
• Willingness to travel to all four sites
• Strong collaboration and independent work skills

General Employment Information

To apply:

2026 Camp Levine Faculty Job Application – Intellistack

Additional guidelines:

• Open to experienced early childhood/elementary educators with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Not all positions available at all campuses
• Faculty must commit to the full duration of one or both sessions
• Morning roles may be paired with afternoon roles for full-day work
• All positions are summer seasonal
• Staff/faculty receive a 50% tuition discount for their children
• Teaching positions start at $34.00 per hour