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{ Camp Galileo Lead Instructor: Art }


Lead Art Instructors deliver weekly art-themed curricula to groups of ~16-22 campers, and most importantly, generate enthusiasm and inspire our campers in the arts. If you are passionate about art, enjoy working with kids in a unique and dynamic environment, and have a fun and energetic attitude, then Camp Galileo is for you. As a Lead Art Instructor, you will further develop your skills as an educator while creating an unforgettable camp experience for our campers. Instructional experience in art preferred. Previous camp experience is a plus!

 
Responsibilities

  • Prepare and deliver 3.45 hours of art instruction per day (curriculum provided)
  • Prepare materials for classes each day before and after camp
  • Make changes to curriculum to improve the program or accommodate specific campers
  • Supervise and assist Team Leaders while they are working in your program area; inspire them become better instructors
  • Contribute to and participate in daily opening and closing ceremonies, all-camp activities, snack and lunch supervision, and camper check-in and check-out processes
  • Collaborate and cooperate with fellow staff members to provide an unforgettable camp experience for your campers – and yourself!
  • Assist with daily set up and clean up before and after camp
  • Attend weekly staff meetings on Thursdays, 3pm-5pm
  • Attend one weekend of mandatory training (June 7-8)
  • Participate in one day of set up on the weekend before camp starts
  • Participate in one day of clean up the day after camp ends
  • Complete mid and end of camp staff surveys
 Qualifications/Requirements
  • College graduate
  • Experience with the age you wish to teach (1st-2nd, or 3rd-5th graders). Experience with other grade levels will be considered.
  • Ability to work on a team, energetic, flexible and open to learning
  • Previous camp experience is a plus!

Work Hours (camp is in session 9am - 3pm)

Estimated work hours amount to 41-45 hrs per week.  A typical day is 8am-4:30pm, except Thursday is 8am-5:00pm for staff meetings.  These hours are estimates and may vary on a daily and weekly basis. Extended Care Program hours are optional.

Compensation

Instructors will be paid between $525 and $625 per week of camp (5, 6, 7, or 8 weeks depending on location) based on experience and level of education. Payroll is processed every two weeks.