Sleepaway Camp Arts and Crafts Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY

The Arts and Crafts Specialist supports the mission of camp by developing and delivering creative, hands-on arts and crafts programs that are age- and skill-appropriate for campers. This position ensures the safety and well-being of campers while facilitating activities within a unit or small group. Programs are designed to be fun, inclusive, and aligned with State of Connecticut Youth Camp Regulations, ACA Standards, Girl Scout Safety Activity Checkpoints, and GSOFCT Policies.

• Develop and implement arts and crafts curricula in collaboration with the Camp Director and/or designee.
• Coordinate theme-related arts and crafts activities to enrich all-camp programming.
• Provide guidance and orientation to staff during pre-camp training regarding program goals and delivery.
• Encourage camper participation in planning and executing arts and crafts projects.
• Adapt activities to meet the developmental needs and abilities of campers, including accommodations as needed.

• Supervise and care for campers during designated arts and crafts activities.
• Maintain health and safety standards for campers and staff, ensuring first aid kits are available and incident reports are filed promptly.
• Maintain knowledge of emergency protocols and respond quickly to incidents or accidents.
• Uphold Camp Staff Personnel Policies and maintain professional relationships with campers and staff at all times.

• Request, organize, and maintain arts and crafts supplies and equipment.
• Coordinate schedules with the Camp Director and unit staff to ensure program flow.
• Participate in camp-wide activities such as meals, flag ceremonies, all-camp events, cookouts, opening/closing days, and kapers.
• Complete end-of-season supply inventory and submit reports to the Camp Administrative Assistant.
• Participate in opening and closing procedures for the craft area during the camp season.
• Other duties as assigned to support camp operations and programming.

• Minimum age 18 years.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with diverse staff and campers.
• Ability to work outdoors in variable weather and on uneven terrain.
• Prior experience developing and delivering arts and crafts programs for youth preferred.
• Experience in camping, group leadership, and managing youth programs desirable.
• Ability to collaborate with staff and campers to implement Girl Scout programming in the outdoors.
• Willingness to adhere to GSOFCT policies and procedures.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• First Aid certification required or willingness to obtain upon hire.

• Room and board provided.