Seasonal Director - Arts

Seasonal Director - Arts

Position at YMCA of the Pines

A seasonal director is responsible for overseeing, leading, planning, and implementing the Arts department, supervising up to ten Art Specialists and teaching art classes to campers.

• Supervise all Art Specialists.
• Provide instruction, supervision, and safety for all campers in the program area and cabins.
• Observe Art Specialists’ classes and provide constructive feedback.
• Ensure art lesson plans are submitted on time.
• Approve all lesson plans and curriculum for arts activities, confirming they are age‑appropriate and meet standards.
• Submit written performance evaluations of staff twice a summer.
• Ensure adequate supplies and resources are available.
• Assist campers with achieving their goals.
• Assist with the trading post, evening activities, special events, and tractor rides.
• Supervise and participate in all assigned aspects of the campers’ day (check‑in/check‑out, mealtimes, activities, before/after‑hours duties).
• Attend and participate in ad staff and all staff training.

• Must be 20 years of age or older.
• Ability to lead and instruct a group of staff and campers in the Arts program.
• Knowledge of safety, care of equipment, inventory, skill instruction, and progressive age‑appropriate programming.
• Ability to identify age and grade level characteristics of campers.
• Previous camp experience or experience working with groups of children is preferred.
• Training will be provided during Administration Staff Training and All Staff Training.

• YMCA Membership
• Discounted Programs
• 12% Employer Retirement Contribution
• Paid Sick Time

USD $245.00 – $595.00 / week.

Mid‑Senior level

Part‑time

Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Recreational Facilities