Camp Specialist - Arts and Crafts

Camp Specialist - Arts and Crafts

This role at Camp Three Rivers is a very multi-faceted, fast paced position. The Art Specialist must love and embrace not only the camp environment but also the camp philosophy, which is that our campers come first, we work as a team, and campers are here to have fun! The Art Specialist will develop and implement all activity plans in the area of Arts and Crafts and assure that activities are skill and age appropriate for all camp groups.

Many of our campers attend camp for multiple weeks each summer; the Art Specialist should be prepared to create new and interesting activity plans for all 8 weeks without much repetition.

Pay range: $15.75 - $24.25/hour; starting pay based on qualifications. This is an hourly, part-time position, consisting of up to 37.5 hours per week.

Work Schedule:

Monday to Friday, 8:30AM-4:00PM

Program Date:
June 16 - August 15, 2025

Training Dates:
June 5 & 6, 2025 @5:30pm - 8:30pm,

June 7, 2025 @8:30am - 4:00pm,

June 18, 2025 @4:15pm - 5:15p

July 2, 2025 @4:15pm-5:15pm

Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. The most highly qualified candidates will be invited to one or more interviews and/or other assessments. All applicants will be notified of their standing in the process as soon as a decision has been made regarding their individual application.

Appointment of the final candidate will be contingent upon the results of pre-placement conditions including CORI and SORI checks. Costs of these pre-placement requirements will be borne by the Town.

The Town of Concord, MA is an EEO Employer. We value diversity and welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

Department:

Human Services/Recreation

Salary Grade:

MISC - 2

Reports to:

Camp Director, Recreation Supervisor

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Appointed by:

Town Manager

Date:

December 2024

GENERAL

SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Camp Director, the Camp Specialist will develop and prepare activities are skill and age appropriate for all camp groups.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who are or become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.

● Actively work with campers grades K-6 with and without disabilities, in an outdoor day camp setting.

● Develop lesson plans for all 8 weeks of camp. The Art Specialist will run 3-6 program sessions a day and is expected to have lesson plans that are appropriate for each age group, each day.

● Create, analyze and implement art-specific activities that are engaging and make use of the entire 30-45 minute time block allotted per group.

● Explore multiple mediums of art over the course of the summer including painting, clay, puppets, etc. Vary activities throughout the summer based on camper interest.

● Act as part of the Leadership Team at camp: enthusiastically participate in all camp activities, themed dress up days, field trips etc. Set a mature and responsible example for the camp staff.

● Inventory equipment prior to the start of summer camp.

● Oversee the arts and crafts equipment and maintain its storage over the course of the summer keeping the art space tidy at all times.

● Interact with and work as a team player with other staff, participants, and participant's families/care-givers.

KNOWLEDGE,

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

● A personality and character that exudes leadership, flexibility, trustworthiness, creativity, energy, inspiration and positivity.

● An eagerness to receive feedback and willingness to develop leadership skills.

● A tremendous work ethic.

● Ability to work autonomously as well as take action as needed.

● Confidence and positive presence in both group and one-on-one settings.

● Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience

● Currently enrolled in a high school arts program or pursuing a degree in art or a similar field, preferred.

● Prior experience working at a summer camp, preferred.

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