Summer Camp Teacher / Camp Counselor – Art Camps (Seasonal, Summer)
About The Position
Imagine Arts Academy of St. Louis is hiring Summer Camp Instructors and Camp Assistants to lead and support our week-long creative art camps for kids ages 5–12 . This is a great summer job for college students, education majors, art students, and teachers who are off for the summer . Our camps feature fun, hands-on art projects inspired by topics like animals, cultures around the world, and creative design. Learn more about our camp themes and locations: https://stlouis.imagineartsacademy.com/parents-register-c.aspx Positions Available Summer Camp Teacher / Instructor Camp instructors lead week-long art programs using our structured curriculum and materials. Most instructors learn one art-themed program and teach it 2–6 weeks during the summer at different camp locations. Typical camp hours: Monday–Friday Approximately 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Camp Counselor / Camp Assistant Camp assistants help instructors manage activities and support campers throughout the day. Assistants often work multiple weeks throughout the summer , though we are flexible and can work around your schedule .
Requirements
- Experience working with children (summer camps, tutoring, babysitting, teaching, etc.)
- Energetic, positive personality
- Comfortable leading or assisting group activities
- Reliable access to a car is required for instructors
- Available 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM for at least 4 weeks during the summer
- Willing to complete a background check
Responsibilities
- Lead hands-on art activities and creative projects
- Teach week-long Imagine Arts Academy summer camp programs
- Manage groups of approximately 15–20 children ages 5–12
- Encourage creativity and participation
- Transport camp materials to and from camp locations
- Maintain a safe and positive classroom environment
- Help distribute and organize art materials
- Assist younger campers with projects
- Help supervise campers during lunch and recess
- Support classroom management and positive behavior
- Assist with setup and cleanup of activities
Benefits
- Flexible Summer Scheduling
- Great resume builder
- Develop Teaching & Leadership Skill
- Fun, Creative Work Environment
- Free food & snacks
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