Camp Specialist - Art

• Position Type:
  Parks and Recreation Line Employees/ Seasonal Employees
• Date Posted: 2/10/2026
• Location:
  
  Parks and Recreation Offices

Under the general supervision of the Camp Director, performs responsible work in the planning, implementation, supervision, and evaluation of a variety of challenging, engaging, safe, and age-appropriate activities within the specific program area.

• Develops a daily lesson plan and implements activities in the specialty program area
• Plans differing age-appropriate activities for campers across a variety of ages and abilities
• Has daily contact with program participants and supervises campers as needed
• Inventories supplies and prepares orders for program supplies within the specialty area
• Maintains accountability of and is responsible for the health and safety of all program participants
• Responsible for enforcing the rules and regulations of the Town of Vernon and Vernon Parks & Recreation Department
• Responsible for completing required program documentation in a timely manner
• Attends staff meetings and program special events as needed
• Conducts daily safety checks of the facility, equipment, and supplies for the program specialty area
• Considered a first responder for medical emergency action procedures
• Maintain a positive work attitude
• Performs related work as required

• 18 years of age or older
• Knowledge of principles and practices of recreational programming as it relates to a summer day camp
• Ability to work with children ages 5-13 and possess an understanding of their social, emotional, and physical development and needs
• Knowledge of and ability to instruct participants in a variety of arts & crafts activities using a variety of mediums
• A minimum of 8 weeks previous experience in an organized day camp setting, or actively pursuing a college degree in Recreation, Physical Education, Education, Art, or a related field
• Possess current First Aid/CPR/AED Certification or able to obtain one prior to start date
• Reliable access to transportation
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, with participants and other Town employees
• Ability to organize data and maintain records

• Able to lift objects in excess of 20 pounds
• Able to concentrate for extended periods of time with interruptions
• Able to walk, run, swim, sit or stand for prolonged periods
• Able to perform moderately difficult skills such as writing and typing
• Able to perform tasks which require hand-eye coordination such as instruction of a skill
• Able to see objects closely and far away, such as waterfront supervision
• Able to hear normal sounds with some background noise such as a call for help
• Able to attend to task for an extended period of time
• Able to remember multiple tasks/assignments given to self or others
• Able to communicate effectively with program participants, parents, and other Town employees
• Potential exposure to blood, body tissues or fluids, seasonal conditions in outside weather, and to loud or unpleasant noises