What are the responsibilities and job description for the Artistic Summer Camp Counselor (Seasonal) position at Wild Roots Studio?
Art Instructor & Counselor for Summer Camps
Wild Roots Studio is seeking a passionate and creative Part-Time Nature Art Teacher for the 2025 summer camp season. We offer nature-based art, herbology, and primitive skills camps for children ages 5-14, and we're looking for energetic individuals to join our team!
Position Overview:
Hours: Flexible (8-25 hours per week, depending on camp schedules)
Dates: Early June to mid-August, with potential for year-round work (after-school programs, school breaks, and weekend workshops)
Compensation: $17-20 per hour (DOE)
This is an exciting opportunity to inspire young artists through nature-based art workshops and to help children connect with the natural world through creative expression.
Responsibilities:
- Co-teach and lead nature-inspired art classes for small groups of children.
- Support students in completing daily art projects (painting, drawing, mixed media, etc.)
- Manage student arrival, departure, and communication with parents.
- Foster a safe, fun, and supportive camp environment, ensuring emotional and physical well-being of students
- Set up, clean up, and prep art materials for each class.
- Collaborate with co-teachers on lesson planning, project execution, and camp activities
Desired Skills & Experience:
- Experience working with children, especially in a creative or camp setting.
- Familiarity with various art mediums (painting, drawing, mixed media).
- Enjoyment of working with kids and the ability to create a positive, engaging atmosphere.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks in a busy, lively environment.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
A plus!
- Experience teaching art to children, or background in art education, environmental education, gardening, or herbology.
- Passion for blending art, nature, and education in an outdoor camp setting
Please check out our website (wildrootsstudio.com) and spend some time on our Summer Camp page (wildrootsstudio.com/wildrootssummercamps) to learn more about our mission and make sure you're a good fit for this position.
Application Instructions ***IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ***
DO NOT apply via this really.com job posting.
Send resume and cover letter to alie@wildrootsstudio.com
Join us in creating a fun, creative, and nature-filled experience for young artists!
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 8 – 25 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- Afternoon shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
Ability to Commute:
- Fort Collins, CO 80521 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Fort Collins, CO 80521: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $20