Camp Arts and Crafts Specialist

Position Summary: The Camp Arts & Crafts Specialist is responsible for planning and leading creative, age appropriate arts and crafts programming that supports the overall goals and daily schedule of summer camp. This role creates a welcoming, inclusive environment where campers can explore creativity, build confidence, and express themselves through hands-on art experiences.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Plan, prepare, and lead daily arts & crafts activities for campers of varying age groups
• Design projects that align with weekly camp themes and camp values
• Adapt activities for different ages, abilities, and group sizes
• Maintain a safe, organized, and engaging arts & crafts space
• Manage and inventory supplies; communicate needs to camp leadership
• Provide clear instructions and model positive behavior for campers
• Support camper behavior management using positive guidance strategies
• Assist with special events, all-camp activities, and rainy-day programming
• Ensure all activities follow camp safety policies and procedures
• Collaborate with counselors and other specialists to support camper experience

• At least one year of experience as a senior counselor or specialty director at a licensed day or resident camp
• Experience working with children in a camp, school, recreation, or youth program setting
• Strong interest or background in arts, crafts, or creative programming
• Ability to lead groups, manage materials, and engage children positively
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work outdoors and indoors in varying weather conditions
• Must meet state and organizational requirements for working with children

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework or experience in art education, visual arts, or early childhood education
• Experience adapting projects for mixed-age groups
• Previous summer camp or youth program experience