Summer Camp Manager

SITAR ARTS CENTER: CAMP SITAR
SUMMER CAMP MANAGER

What We Do  

Sitar Arts Center engages DC youth, from early childhood to young adulthood, in building a creative community of learning and belonging that removes financial and cultural barriers to arts education and career training. 

What You’ll Do   

Sitar Arts Center is seeking a wonderful, experienced Camp Manager to work with a range of young people to support Camp Sitar this June – August 2026.   

Camp Sitar provides visual, performing, digital art, and movement classes over six weeks to kindergarten - 8th graders in our full-day program.    

The Camp Manager will coordinate daily scheduling (camp, teaching faculty, summer staff, student classes), manage class transitions, and oversee camp events and activities.  The Camp Manager plays an important role in making the summer an amazing experience for each Sitar Camper. As Camp Manager, you will work directly with children in grades K–8, teaching artists, youth interns, parents, and Sitar staff members. 

Responsibilities Include   

• Oversee daily class schedules and proactively resolve operational challenges, including teacher absences, lateness, and classroom resource needs

• Oversee student check-ins and check-outs and camp transitions, including morning meetings, class changes, lunch, recess, breaks, afternoon reflection, and dismissal

• Lead camp activities, field trips, performances, and exhibitions

• Supervise students throughout camp sessions and facilitate clear communication between students and staff

• Mentor summer staff, which includes the faculty and the camp counselors, providing ongoing support and guidance

• Collect and maintain incident reports for all students 

• Coordinate pre- and post-camp logistics, including supply storage and facility preparation for summer


• Attend weekly meetings with supervisor, Director of Community Arts Education, and report on camp updates

What You’ll Earn       
Pay is hourly, $28-30 per hour, based on experience.    

When You'll Work

This 9-week position is seasonal, with a start date of June 8 and will run through August 5, 2026.  The Camp Manager will work 40 hours a week, scheduled between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Pre/Post Camp hours will be 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.  Camp Program Dates are June 22 – July 31.

Other required work dates will be provided before employment acceptance. All required work dates are paid, including:  

• Classroom Management Training 

• Camp Orientations and Training/Camp Preparation 

Who You Are  

As the Camp Manager, you are a positive, inclusive role model who is warm, supportive, and engaging. You experience immense joy working with young people, meeting their needs, and adapting to ensure their safety and success. You enjoy collaboration and improvisation, and believe strong organization and creative youth development is the key to happy and engaged students. Most importantly, you have a strong love for the arts and believe that everyone should have access to the arts.      

Key Qualifications and Experience       

• Two or more years of experience working with children and youth    

• Interest and/or experience in arts and/or arts education    

• Previous experience working in a camp setting   

• Two or more summers working in a camp setting
   

Preferred Qualifications and Experience  

• Bilingual - Spanish/English   

• Knowledge, practice, and experience with differentiated instruction, equity, accessibility, and anti-racism practices 
   

Requirements    

• Background check and TB test 

Our Values  

Embed Equity  

Embed equity in our systems, programs, and spaces to advance social justice.  

Everyone should have equitable access to opportunities, representation, and voice.  

Foster Belonging  

Foster belonging by engaging, supporting, and celebrating our diverse community members through genuine and meaningful relationships.  

Everyone deserves a welcoming space where they can feel like they belong.   

Prioritize Balance  

Prioritize balance between the mental, emotional, physical, and creative well-being within ourselves and our fellow community members.   

Everyone deserves the opportunity and support to prioritize wellness within their lives.  

Build Trust  

Build trust by assuming positive intentions and taking ownership of our words, actions, responsibilities, and commitments.  

Everyone benefits when we approach relationships with openness and commit to follow through.  

Inspire Transformation  

Inspire transformation by listening to, learning from, and growing with our community and the world around us.   

Everyone can be a student, and anyone can be a teacher.  

Encourage Collaboration  

Encourage collaboration with thoughtful and clear communication, a curious mind, and a creative spirit.   

Everyone benefits when we work together as a team.  

How You Can Apply   

This position will remain open until filled. However, for best consideration, please apply by May 15, 2026. 

You need to submit a resume and answer all required questions. No phone calls, please.   

After applying, you’ll receive an email confirming that we have your application on file. If you’re selected for the next stage, you will be contacted for an interview. The hiring process can take 5-8 weeks after posting. You will be considered if the position is still vacant.   

We appreciate your interest in Sitar Arts Center. Sitar Arts Center is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Sitar Arts Center does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, height, weight, physical or mental ability, veteran status, military obligations, marital status, or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local laws.  

  
For more information about Sitar Arts Center, please visit www.sitarartscenter.org.