Camp Specialist - Arts and Crafts

Department Human ServicesRecreationSalary Grade MISC - 2Reports to: Camp Director Recreation SupervisorFLSA Status: Non-Exempt Appointed by: Town Manager Date: December 2024

GENERAL SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Camp Director, the Camp Specialist will develop and prepare activities that are skill and age appropriate for all camp groups.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

External and internal applicants as well as position incumbents who are or become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act must be able to perform the essential job functions as listed either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.

• Actively work with campers grades K-6 with and without disabilities in an outdoor day camp setting.
• Develop lesson plans for all 8 weeks of camp. The Art Specialist will run 3-6 program sessions a day and is expected to have lesson plans that are appropriate for each age group each day.
• Create analyze and implement art-specific activities that are engaging and make use of the entire 30-45 minute time block allotted per group.
• Explore multiple mediums of art over the course of the summer including painting clay puppets etc. Vary activities throughout the summer based on camper interest.
• Act as part of the Leadership Team at camp enthusiastically participate in all camp activities themed dress up days field trips etc. Set a mature and responsible example for the camp staff.
• Inventory equipment prior to the start of summer camp.
• Oversee the arts and crafts equipment and maintain its storage over the course of the summer keeping the art space tidy at all times.
• Interact with and work as a team player with other staff participants and participants families-care-givers.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• A personality and character that exudes leadership flexibility trustworthiness creativity energy inspiration and positivity.
• An eagerness to receive feedback and willingness to develop leadership skills.
• A tremendous work ethic.
• Ability to work autonomously as well as take action as needed.
• Confidence and positive presence in both group and one-on-one settings.
• Excellent communication time management and organizational skills.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience Currently enrolled in a high school arts program or pursuing a degree in art or a similar field preferred. Prior experience working at a summer camp preferred. Experience teaching or running art programs preferred.

Special Requirements Must be 16 years of age or older work permit needed if under 18. CPR and first aid certified certification available during staff training. Available to work for the entire summer and be available for staff training preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

External and internal applicants as well as position incumbents who are or become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act must be able to perform the essential job functions as listed either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.

Work is performed primarily outdoors during the summer months. May be subjected to moderate variations of temperature noise odors etc. Work may be performed indoors in a relatively noisy work environment with constant interruptions. Frequently subjected to the demands of other individuals and the volume and or rapidity with which tasks must be accomplished. Must be able to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time. Balancing crouching grasping pulling reaching and stooping may also be required.

NOTICE

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar related or a logical assignment to the position.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.