Activity Instructor, School Break Camps

About the Role

JCC Greater Boston is looking for enthusiastic Activity Specialists to lead engaging activities for children in grades K-5 at our School Break Camps (December, February, Passover, and April school breaks). Specialists serve as role models who create safe, inclusive, and fun program areas where kids can explore, grow, and build confidence.

You'll spend your day bringing your specialty area to life — whether that's teaching new soccer skills, leading an improv game, experimenting with slime in science, or guiding kids through a cooking project. You will plan age‑appropriate activities, adapt them to meet the needs of different campers, and keep things safe, engaging, and fun. Beyond your specialty, you also will be part of the camp team: helping with transitions, supporting special events, and ensuring campers feel included and connected.

• Sports Specialist
• Art Specialist
• Drama Specialist
• Music Specialist
• Science Specialist
• 3D Printing Specialist
• Video/Film/Media Specialist
• Custom Specialty: what skill do you have to share with our camp?

Staff say their favorite moments are playing games, cheering campers on at swim, creating art together, and bonding over shared interests. Here you will gain leadership skills, make lasting friendships, and create unforgettable experiences for campers and yourself.

• December Camp:
  December 24, 26, 28, 30, 31 and January 2
• February Camp:
  February 16, 17, 18, 19, 20
• Passover Camp:
  April 3, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
• Spring Break Camp:
  April 20, 21, 22, 23, 24

• Full Day 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, 8 hours
• Morning Shift 7:30 am – 3:30 pm, 8 hours
• Afternoon Shift 10 am – 6 pm, 8 hours

• Plan, prepare, and lead age‑appropriate activities in your specialty area
• Ensure the safety and well‑being of campers during activities
• Create a fun, inclusive, and supportive environment that encourages skill‑building and exploration
• Work in partnership with counselors and camp leadership to provide a cohesive, positive camper experience
• Maintain, organize, and request necessary supplies and equipment
• Adapt activities to meet the needs and abilities of diverse campers
• Support camp‑wide special events and large‑group programming as assigned
• Assist with overall camp operations as needed (drop‑off/pick‑up, transitions, lunch, supervision, etc.)

• Actively create a welcoming dynamic that contributes to an environment where each individual is valued and respected
• Actively participate as an essential team member
• Support JCC Greater Boston's mission, vision, and values of belonging, joyfulness, collaboration, and transformation, including through role modeling
• Enthusiastically represent the organization, model excellence and achievement
• Attend JCCGB meetings and trainings as assigned
• Other duties as assigned

Hourly, non‑exempt position offering great perks, including JCC Health & Fitness center access during employment. Competitive starting pay rate of $17 per hour, determined by relevant qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Since opening its doors in 1983, JCC Greater Boston has been committed to creating a vibrant, inclusive, diverse community by nurturing meaningful, lasting relationships. Through our network of early learning centers, day camps, regional teen and family programs, health and wellness offerings, and adult arts and ideas classes, JCC Greater Boston provides highly valued connections, learning, and experiences for the Jewish community and friends.

JCC Greater Boston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich a diverse environment, we actively encourage applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.