Youth Program Assistant

OKLAHOMA CONTEMPORARY ARTS CENTER INC•Oklahoma City, OK

5d•$15 - $15•Onsite

About The Position

The Youth Program Assistant is responsible for leading, supporting, and motivating campers during Oklahoma Contemporary’s weeklong Camp Contemporary programs, while assisting teaching artists and supervising campers in a studio-based educational environment. This role supports camper engagement, safety, and positive group dynamics while contributing to effective classroom management across a range of artistic disciplines, including painting, fiber arts, drawing, ceramics, and performance. Youth Program Assistants typically work an average of 35 hours per week during assigned camp sessions and may also assist with additional youth and family programming throughout the year as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Previous experience working with the public (e.g., customer service, retail, teaching, or similar).
Comfortable managing large groups, especially in an informal educational setting.
Ability to stay on task and complete program activities within specific start and end times.
Experience mediating and facilitating interactions with diverse groups (cultural backgrounds, ages, abilities, and attitudes).
This position requires the use of an automobile. A valid Driver’s License is required, as well as vehicle insurance and registration as needed.

Nice To Haves

Coursework or degree in fine arts, design or architecture, art history, art education, media arts, education, history, or related fields.
Experience working in camps, with children, or in youth-focused activities.
Experience working with individuals with specific needs, including physical and/or intellectual disabilities and/or autism.
First Aid, CPR, and/or related training preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain an organized art supply storage.
Greet parents and campers as needed.
Aid instructors as needed.
Lead and support campers as they participate in age-appropriate activities.
Maintain the health and well-being of children during camper breaks and lunches.
Monitor campers to ensure they are following camp rules and prevent accidents.
Clean, maintain, and ensure proper use of facilities and equipment.
Report and record details of incidents, such as accidents or rule violations, to the Manager of Teen and Youth Programs.
Ensure campers use proper gallery etiquette around artwork.
Participate and attend training dates.
Memorize emergency procedures and enforce camp rules.
Maintain a high quality of visitor experience, hospitality, and professionalism in all environments.
Attentive when traveling between spaces as a group.
Encourage campers in their discoveries and creation of artwork.
Assist with additional youth and family programming.
Other duties as requested.