Drama​/Improv Specialist

and the job listing Expires on February 20, 2026

Specialists run the specialized programs that are part of the camp experience. The Drama Specialist is responsible for creating and implementing activities for their designated specialty area. This position works in our General Camp with campers between the ages 4-21.

• Leadership and Professional Development
  • Design, lead, and oversee the Drama specialty program
    , developing age-appropriate activities such as theater games, improv exercises, and scene work to engage campers of all levels.
  • Coach and mentor counselors and campers
    , fostering creativity, confidence, and teamwork through drama activities and performances.
  • Collaborate with Lessans Camp JCC Leadership to organize and participate in camp-wide events.
  • Supervise and delegate tasks to counselors
    , such as setting up props and materials, managing transitions between activities, and supporting positive camper behavior during drama sessions.
• Supervision and Engagement
  • Supervise and engage with all participants in programs and activities while under the position’s care.
  • Substitute for absent counselors as needed and requested.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of campers served, interact appropriately with campers in a variety of situations, appropriately model behavior, enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, and self-control and use positive behavior-management techniques.
• Work with the Adaptive Recreation Coordinator to ensure activities are accessible
• Preparation, Planning, and Organization
  • Submit activity plans, including two days of rainy day/absent plans & supplies lists to the Associate Camp Director.
  • Meet with Associate Camp Director weekly
• Communication and Attendance
  • Assist with arrival and dismissal as scheduled.

Salary is determined based on experience including previous experience at Lessans Camp JCC. Current educators, relevant degree, and advanced certification bonuses available.

• Experience in leading drama activities, theater workshops, or improv games
  , with the ability to teach performance skills and foster creativity among campers of varying abilities.
• Background in theater arts or drama leadership (e.g., directing plays, performing in productions, or leading drama clubs or workshops) preferred.
• Physical ability to participate in and supervise drama activities
  , including leading warm-ups, movement exercises, and improv games.
• Prior experience working in the program area.
• Prior experience working with school-aged campers of all abilities.
• Ability to adapt all planned activities to include campers with special needs.
• Strong written and spoken language skills.
• Be accepting of, and sensitive to the diverse racial, national, sexual orientation, gender identity, abilities, religious and cultural backgrounds of everyone at Lessans Camp JCC
• Willingness to be flexible and adapt to changes in schedule, responsibilities, and Lessans Camp JCC activities as needed.

Priority is given to candidates who are available for the entire camp season starting on June 15 going through August 7.