Fine Arts Summer Camp Counselor
Position: Camp Counselor
Location: Chicago, IL
Organization Description: FAME Center was established as a 501(c)(3) in 2018 with a mission to provide transformative multi-disciplinary arts education to youth and adults in the Chicago-area. Founded on the belief that everyone should have access and opportunity to experience the arts, FAME Center is dedicated to removing any barriers to receiving a high-quality arts education.
Description of Position: FAME Center seeks enthusiastic camp counselors who enjoy working with children ages 7-12 to support our multidisciplinary summer arts camp. A successful candidate will have a strong interest in multidisciplinary art, education, and youth development.
Camp Dates and Hours:
7:45am-3pm Monday through Thursday. Camp weeks are June 28-July 1, July 5-July 8, July 12-July 15, July 19-July 22, and July 26-July 29.
Duties:
- Supervise campers during classes, lunch and free time
- Assist with camp drop-off and pick-up
- Plan camp activities, crafts, and group art projects
- Document camp activities through photo and video
- Report any incidents to FAME Center staff
Qualifications:
- High School diploma required
- College experience preferred
- Experience in music, visual or digital art, or drama preferred
- Previous camp counselor experience
- Experience working with youth in grades 2-5
- Ability to think critically, creatively and problem solve
Salary: $350/week