What are the responsibilities and job description for the Art Camp Counselor - Summer 2025 position at Town of Normal?
Job Description
"Picasso In the Park" Art Camp inspires children to reach beyond and create art that is unique to them. By doing so, kids feel empowered to be creative and expressive.
This one-week art camp takes place Tuesday, May 27th - Friday, May 30th and will involve working with children in grades 2-5 who have a strong interest in learning about different forms of art.
The Art Camp Counselor position will keep campers entertained throughout the day while exploring different forms of art; painting, sculpting, drawing, chalk drawings and a few other art forms. This position will be responsible for teaching different forms of art at varying levels.
Duties/Essential Job Functions
- Assist with planning daily activities prior to the start of camp
- Interact with children while involved in all activities throughout the camp day
- Resolve occasional conflicts between campers and appropriately address behavioral issues
- Assist site supervisor with keeping accurate incident/injury/behavioral logs
- Ensure camp site is clean and campers do not litter recreational areas or nature
- Communicate effectively with participants, parents/guardians and staff regarding rule infractions, questions and concerns
- Take daily attendance and assist with sign out procedures
- Assist with keeping storage areas clean and organized
- Perform First Aid or take care of minor injuries as needed
- Supervise participants on a local field trip
Required Knowledge, Skill and Abilities
- Preferred age is 18 years or older
- Certification in First Aid and/or CPR is preferred
- Successful completion of criminal background check
- Ability to interact well with children ages 7-11 years old
- Demonstrate creativity in delivery of art forms, arts & craft activities and group games
- Enjoy working with youth and participating in outdoor activities
- Effective communication skills and the ability to work well with peers/campers’ parents.
- Ability to work independently with little supervision
Desirable Training and Experience
- Availability to work from 7:00am-4:30pm, May 27th - May 30th.
- Experience working with youth or background in field of Education, Parks & Recreation or another related field
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time
- Ability work in a hot, humid environment
- Position sometimes requires the ability to lift, push and pull at least 25lbs.
- Preferred personal enjoyment of art
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary
Pay: From $16.25 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16
