Art Instructor, Grades K - 3, Summer Day Camp Art Teacher

Share your love of visual arts with children this summer! Camp Kaleidoscope, the JCC arts day camp in Newton, has a position for a creative, enthusiastic art teacher who can make learning fun. Activities may include drawing and painting, sculpture, collage, mixed-media and more. Teach up to five daily art classes to campers entering grades K-8 (grouped by grade level).
Camp Kaleidoscope draws creative youth interested in the arts, science and the outdoors. Supportive, experienced counselors and teachers guide campers as they develop and build self-confidence.Camp is fast-paced, nurturing and supportive, as both campers and staff develop lifelong friendships.
Schedule
June 17 through August 16, 8:
30am – 4:
30pm, Mondays through Fridays, Full-time seasonal
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Curriculum development and managing supplies/equipment
Lead art and craft experiences
Create a fun/joyful dynamic
Lead up to 5 activities daily, culminating in exhibits for Arts Night every 4 weeks
Work in partnership with peers and Camp Leadership to provide a happy, safe and memorable summer for the children
Contribute, as needed, in camp special events and initiatives
Requirements
Portfolio, degree, or significant experience in visual arts
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted at the JCC’s discretion to meet minimum criteria.
Skills &
Abilities
Experience with children
Excellent group management skills
Flexibility in plans and a positive attitude
Enjoy working with children and a strong desire to make a difference every day
Ability to multitask and to manage situations effectively and diplomatically
Ability and commitment to build strong relationships with campers, parents, co-workers, and camp leadership
ADA Statement:
Individuals must possess these criteria for knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation and using some other combination of skills and abilities.
Organization Information
Since opening its doors in 1983, JCC Greater Boston has been committed to its mission of creating a vibrant, inclusive, and diverse community by nurturing meaningful and 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 staff enjoy working in an innovative, friendly, and welcoming environment where their talents and contributions are appreciated. In our recent employee survey, staff rated their experiences in direct management and organizational alignment close to 90% positive. If you are interested in upgrading your working experience and/or having a better work-life balance, we encourage you to explore becoming part of the JCC team!
The JCC is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston's core values:
Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation, which we hope resonate with all.
To learn more about what makes JCC Greater Boston a wonderful place to work, please visit our careers page at
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.
Benefits
In addition to a rewarding position where you care for a community, the JCC Greater Boston provides competitive benefits, including:
A competitive salary
A fun, active work culture and community
Complimentary summer access to the JCC Greater Boston facility in Newton – offering indoor swimming and workout facilities
Parents working full time may have their child attend camp for free for the weeks they are working
Outstanding working environment, including convenient, free parking
Camp Kaleidoscope offers free camp bus service from Cambridge, Brookline, Framingham, Sudbury, and Wayland.
Benefits are subject to review and change by the Organization.