Art Instructor, School Break Camps

Do you love art, mixed media, jewelry making, and hands‑on arts & crafts projects? JCC Greater Boston is looking for enthusiastic Art Specialists to design and lead engaging activities for children in grades K‑5 at our School Break Camps (December, February, Passover, and April school breaks).

What You Will Do Each Day

Each day, you’ll bring art to life, inspiring campers, empowering them with new skills, sparking creativity, and contributing to a colorful, vibrant camp culture. You’ll lead hands‑on art activities, organize materials, and help campers explore projects in jewelry making, painting, clay, sewing, and more. Beyond your specialty, you’ll also support transitions, special events, and ensure campers feel included and connected.

Example Art Projects Include

• Clay sculptures
• Watercolor
• Friendship bracelets
• Post‑making
• Tracing
• Jewelry making
• And more

Why Work With Us

Staff describe our camps as fun, dynamic, and inclusive. Here, you’ll gain leadership skills, forge lasting friendships, and create unforgettable experiences for campers and yourself.

EEO Statement

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, age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or disability. We encourage applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.

Best Parts of Working at JCC Camps

• Bonding with campers
• The activities
• Free swim
• Leadership opportunities
• Friendship with co‑counselors

Available Dates

• December Camp:
  December 24, 26, 29, 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

Available Shifts Each Day

• 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)

Primary Responsibilities

• 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.)

Standard Staff Expectations

• Actively create a welcoming dynamic that values and respects each individual
• 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

Job Details

This is an hourly position offering competitive pay starting at $17 per hour, adjusted based on relevant qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Pay will be paid hourly plus benefits such as access to the JCC Health & Fitness center during employment and a supportive, vibrant in‑person work environment.

Requirements Education & Experience

• High school degree preferred
• College degree, concentration, certification, or equivalent experience in your specialty area preferred
• 1+ season (summer camp, semester, other) instructor experience planning and leading activities for children
• Portfolio or examples of projects preferred
• Customer service experience preferred
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted at JCC’s discretion to meet minimum criteria

Skills & Abilities

• Enjoy working with children and helping them grow
• Passion and expertise in your specialty area (arts, sports, music, cooking, science, etc.)
• Ability to plan and lead age‑appropriate, engaging, and inclusive activities
• Excellent group management skills
• Strong communication, teamwork, and collaboration skills with campers and…