Dance Specialist - Summer Camp 2026

JCCSF Careers • San Francisco, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

GENERAL DESCRIPTION Summer Camp at the JCCSF offers one-week to three-week sessions in both the traditional day camp and specialty camp settings for campers in grades K-8. Our classic day camps feature arts & crafts, STEAM projects, and sports. Specialty camps include visual arts, nature exploration, musical theater, science and more. The Dance Specialist will create, organize, and implement 1-2 week sessions of camp per camp. Dance Camps are offered for campers in grades 1-5. Campers will be introduced to the world of all things dance and hone their skills through hands-on experience. The ideal candidate should have strong classroom management skills and must be able to implement a well-rounded Dance curriculum for youth ages 6 - 11. RESPONSIBILITIES Be the primary role model for a group of campers, grades K through 5 Create a safe, supportive environment for campers Plan, organize and supervise fun and stimulating activities Set clear, consistent limits and resolve behavioral challenges with help from supervisors Take on additional responsibilities as required REQUIREMENTS At least 1 year as an educator Knowledge and ability to explain and facilitate age-appropriate dance and choreography for elementary school-aged campers. Outstanding communication skills, both written and oral. Passions for dance, informal education and youth programs. Knowledge of summer camps preferred. Ability to work well both in a team environment and independently. Must have enthusiasm, flexibility, and ability to improvise a must WORKING CONDITIONS Will be working with youth ages 6-11. The campers will have a home base camp room and will rotate specialist time in the dance studios on-site at the JCC. We will also utilize other performance spaces such as the atrium for small family performances. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Position requires seated or standing use of a computer throughout the day. STATUS Non-benefited, non-exempt position HOURS Up to 10 hours of prep work per week 5/1/2026 – 5/31/2026 37.5 hours per week from 6/1/2026 – 8/21/2026 SCHEDULE Staff Training: 6/1/2026-6/5/2026 Summer Direct Service Hours: June 8 ,2025-August 21,2026 8:00am – 4:00pm, Monday – Friday FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about working at the JCCSF, including staff culture, hiring practices and policies, and benefits, visit our Careers page: https://www.jccsf.org/about/careers/

Requirements

• At least 1 year as an educator
• Knowledge and ability to explain and facilitate age-appropriate dance and choreography for elementary school-aged campers.
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and oral.
• Passions for dance, informal education and youth programs.
• Knowledge of summer camps preferred.
• Ability to work well both in a team environment and independently.
• Must have enthusiasm, flexibility, and ability to improvise a must

Responsibilities

• Be the primary role model for a group of campers, grades K through 5
• Create a safe, supportive environment for campers
• Plan, organize and supervise fun and stimulating activities
• Set clear, consistent limits and resolve behavioral challenges with help from supervisors
• Take on additional responsibilities as required

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed