Arts Director - Camp Ockanickon

The Arts Director is responsible for overseeing, leading, planning and implementing the Arts department. Art Director supervises up to 10 Art Specialists as well as teaches art classes for campers in large and small group settings. Art activities offered are; General Arts & Crafts, Ceramics, Painting & Drawing, Jewelry Making, Music, Drama and Dance.

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.

• Supervise all Art Specialists.
• Provide instruction, supervision and safety of all campers in program area and cabins.
• Observer Art Specialists classes and provide constructive feedback.
• Make sure art lesson plans are turned in on a timely manner.
• Approve all lesson plans and curriculum for arts activities and confirm they are age appropriate and meet the standard.
• Provide instruction, supervision and safety of all campers and staff in program area.
• Submit written performance evaluation of staff twice a summer.
• Ensure adequate supplies and resources are available.
• Assist campers with achieving their goals.
• Assist with Trading Post.
• Assist with evening activities and special events.
• Assist with tractor rides.
• Supervise and participate in all assigned aspects of the campers’ day which includes but is not limited to; camper check-in and check-out; meal times; activities; and before/after-hours duties as assigned.
• Attend and participate in Ad Staff and All Staff Training.

• Must be 20 years of age or older.
• Ability to lead and instruct a group of staff and campers in the Arts program.
• Have knowledge in safety, care of equipment, inventory, skill instruction, and progressive age appropriate programming.
• Must be able to identify age and grade level characteristics of campers.
• Previous camp experience or experience working with groups of children is preferred.
• Training will be provided during Administration Staff Training and All Staff Training.

• YMCA Membership
• Discounted Programs
• 12% Employer Retirement Contribution
• Paid Sick Time