Art Program Staff

ABOUT US 

Camp Harbor View changes lives and transforms Boston’s communities by exposing underserved youth to the possibilities of a future they may have never envisioned. 

At Camp Harbor View, kids can be kids. At each of the five program areas (aquatics, leadership, sports, knowledge is power, and art) campers engage in quality programming and learn the skills they need to succeed outside of camp. Our core values of fun, respect, responsibility, character, courage, and community drive the camp experience and create a safe, fun environment for campers to develop as young leaders. Camp Harbor View staff are responsible for fostering that environment and have the great privilege to model our values for our campers.  

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION STATEMENT 

Camp Harbor View’s work is focused on providing opportunity to some of Boston's most historically marginalized communities. We believe that by working together with the families in our program we will make progress in overcoming many of the barriers of systemic inequity and advancing educational and economic parity. We strive to build a staff and board that is reflective of the communities that we serve. 

ROLE 

Title/Position: Visual Arts/Music/Performance Coordinator
 

Reports to: Art Director
 

Location: Camp Harbor View, Long Island, Boston MA (ferry transportation provided) 

Hours: Seasonal, Full-Time; June 18th- August 21st;; 8:15 am to 4:45 pm 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Lead middle school-aged youth in arts programming (visual arts, music, or performance depending on skills and experience); 

• Assist with the development of a variety of developmentally appropriate art activities, including visual arts, performing arts, and music lessons;
   

• Assist with the supervision and positive behavior guidance of campers participating in programming at art and across the camp community, including, but not limited to, performances, lunch, and the ferry;
   

• Support program partners to ensure the success of programming;
   

• Coach and mentor high school-aged youth in the Leader in Training (LIT) program, regularly communicating to both the Art Director and LIT staff regarding the LIT’s job performance;
   

• Assist with the initial and end of summer inventory and security and maintenance of materials, equipment and other resources belonging to the art program area;
   

• Assist with the maintenance and cleanliness of the art program areas; and 

• Other duties that support the Camp Harbor View community as specified by the Art Director and year-round leadership.  

QUALIFICATIONS 

• 18+ years of age;
   

• Working toward a BA or BS in related field preferred, equivalent experience considered;
   

• Experience developing and delivering arts programs for youth preferred;
   

• Interest in and knowledge of trends in arts programming, techniques and theory, and utilization of technology in the arts fields;
   

• At least 1 month of experience working with youth;
   

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
   

• Ability to supervise and teach middle school-aged youth;
   

• Ability to work with youth and families from a variety of backgrounds; and  

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.