Summer Camp Assistant, Temporary

Description

Position: Summer Camp Assistant – Summer - Temporary

Welcome to the Denver Art Museum, where we believe that art can make a difference in people’s lives by celebrating & stimulating creativity and inspiring greater understanding & connection with our world. The DAM aspires to be a beloved anchor in Denver’s cultural & creative ecosystem and a national beacon for the ingenuity & boldness of our community. Are you ready to join a dynamic team of creative, motivated people who are passionate about delivering world-class experiences? If so, please proceed! In turn, the Denver Art Museum delivers competitive wages and benefits in a work environment that promotes excellence and rewards dedication and commitment. 

In order to best serve our current and future visitors we strive to maximize the diversity, equity, and inclusiveness of our organization. Therefore, we encourage candidates that represent and embody the diversity found within our community to apply. 

Position Purpose 

This position will report to the Manager of Youth Programs in the L&E Department. The Summer Camp Assistant supports the Manager of Youth Programs in all aspects of summer camp, including preparation, smooth operation, and wrap-up of summer camp. There will be a mix of administrative work and direct interaction with educators, children, and families, so we are looking for candidates who are highly organized and self-motivated. The Summer Camp Assistant should also be welcoming to families of all communities and should be comfortable working with elementary-aged children. Ideal candidates are passionate about engaging kids to make connections with art and different cultures, as well as are comfortable working in a classroom environment.  

Job Description/Responsibilities:  

The Summer Camp Assistant position runs from the beginning of May to mid-August. Summer camps will   from June 9–August 8, 2025. There are a few breaks from camp built into this schedule, including: a shortened (4-day) week in observance of the Juneteenth holiday, and a full week off camp for July 4^th. Staff in this position are expected to be available for all 8 remaining weeks of the camp season, as well as the training week in June prior to camps. The Summer Assistant will work up to 20 hours/week in May, and up to 40 hours/week from June–August. Camp sessions run from 9:30am-3:30pm. Camp staff will report from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday–Friday to prepare for the day in the mornings and wrap up for the day in the afternoons.  

The Summer Camp Assistant is expected to anticipate the needs of the program, and to jump in as needed to support campers and camp staff. The Manager of Youth Programs may direct the Summer Camp Assistant to this end. The Summer Camp Assistant will: 

• Order and organize summer camp supplies, including teacher supply lists 
  • Communicate with summer camp families via email and over the phone, including registration confirmations 
  • Make weekly rosters for teachers, complete with allergy/behavioral information of each camper 
• Assist in summer camp training for educators  
• Facilitate check-in and check-out of campers each day  
• Supervise campers’ lunch to keep kids safe as they eat and play  
• Support campers in the galleries to help them engage with the art 
• Integrate an educational practice that centers equity, diversity and inclusion 
• Prep craft supplies and support students with artmaking projects as needed 
  • Support teachers in the use of effective and compassionate classroom management techniques 
  • Work with campers and teachers to navigate campers’ social-emotional needs, including individual interventions as necessary 

This is not an exhaustive list, and the Summer Camp Assistant may be expected to assist with other tasks related to the smooth functioning of summer camp as needed. 

Qualifications

Qualifications 

• Some formal or informal experience working with children 
• Experience with classroom/behavioral management when working with children 
• Passion for art and arts-integrated learning 
• Experience with crafts and/or artmaking and object-based learning 
• Ability to engage campers with diverse identities and experiences in art 
• Ability to help children navigate social-emotional needs; familiarity with trauma-informed approaches is preferred 
• Strong customer service skills
• Experience with ATMS is a plus

Compensation: $20/hour - $24.25/hour

Benefits: A free RTD Eco Pass. A free DAM Family Membership. 4 personal hours plus Colorado HFWA paid sick leave.  Employee Assistance Program. Subscription to Headspace. This position is based at the Denver Art Museum, which only has pay to park options. 

We know that searching for a job can be stressful so we would like to give you an overview of the process to manage expectations. This role may require an interview with the hiring manager and/or panel that will be held in-person at the DAM.

DENVER ART MUSEUM:

As an institution, we believe the Denver Art Museum is both a platform for and an amplifier of the voices of people of all races. We acknowledge that Black lives matter and communities of color – Latinx, Indigenous, Black, and others – have been underrepresented in art museums over decades, both internally and externally. We are committed to elevating all voices, artworks and perspectives and strive to support racial equity inside and out.

We prohibit discrimination against any person or organization based on age, race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, political service or affiliation, genetic information, or disability, as well as any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

We strive to provide a professional and positive work environment for our employees. The Museum expressly prohibits any form of employee harassment on the basis of age, race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, political service or affiliation, genetic information, disability or any other applicable status protected by federal, state or local law.  Actions based on these or any legally protected characteristic will not be tolerated.

We encourage the freedom of gender expression and/or gender presentation.  As an institution, we do not create barriers that may prevent any employee from expressing behaviors, mannerisms, interests, and appearances that represent their authentic personality or culture. Qualified candidates are expected to exemplify the DAM’s internal values, which include being dynamic, respectful, inclusive, creative, and curious.  The ability to maintain effective and positive working relationships with visitors, employees, volunteers, representatives of public and private entities, policy making bodies, and contractors is critical to the success of this position.

Salary : $20 - $24