Camp Art Specialist

Overview

Open from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, with pre and post-camp care options, the Springfield Jewish Community Center (JCC) Day Camp offers premium summer programs infused with Jewish learning and values from Kindergarten through high school. Located on the Longmeadow/Springfield, MA line, the Springfield JCC Day Camp is easily accessible for CT and MA residents. Our secure camp is located on 20 acres of beautiful grounds with basketball courts, a playground, athletic fields, private woods, a high and low ropes course, a zip line, a picnic grove, a pavilion, and more.

Additionally, its air-conditioned indoor facility boasts a fitness center, an auditorium with a performance stage, an arts and crafts studio, classrooms, flexible play spaces, and best of all: an indoor 6 lane, 25-yard swimming pool!

With the encouragement and guidance of our highly-skilled staff, campers of all abilities and faiths participate in programs and activities designed to foster safe fun, growth, creativity, Jewish values/traditions, and lasting friendships. Instruction from our arts and crafts, archery/nature, ropes course, Judaic, and sports specialists will help campers discover their hidden talents. Whether making new friends or developing new skills, Springfield JCC Day "Camp-ers" will experience their best summer ever!

Camp Staff Orientation is: 4-8pm
June 16th, 17th, 18th

Camp Runs:
June 22nd
through August 14th

• Strong in various mediums (drawing, painting, sculpture)

• Experience with kids, clear communicator, patient

• Organization:
  Plan projects, manage supplies, stay on schedule

• Prepare a curriculum and supply list before camp starts

• Adaptability:
  Flexible with plans, materials, and group needs

• Safety Knowledge:
  Understand art material safety and proper usage

• Leadership:
  Guide small groups, work well with camp team

• Enthusiastic about art and camp life

• Help with drop-off, dismissal, lunch, and other groups

• Communicate clearly with camp leadership about supply needs and timelines

• Set up and break down art spaces efficiently

• Keep art areas clean, organized, and safe

• Collaborate with other specialists for cross-program activities (themes, camp-wide projects, and running your own art period that includes all ages—called “Hobbies”)

• At least 16 years old
• MA CORI/SORI/EEC background clearance
• Must be able to commit to at least 7 out of the 8 weeks of camp as well as orientation
• First Aid/CPR Certification (will be provided)

• $17 - $21.50
• Placement dependent on education level and years of experience