Camp Performing Arts Specialist (Summer Seasonal)

Description

Do you enjoy sharing your passion for performing arts with kids? Do you like helping people gain confidence through theatrical activities? Do you like helping others express themselves? Are you inspired to create positive change in our community? Would you thrive working in a collaborative and supportive environment for a values-driven organization that cares deeply for its employees? If so, the Boulder JCC might be the place for you.

If you like working with kids, our dynamic and community-centered organization is looking for an energetic, conscientious, and resourceful Performing Arts Specialist to join our team for the season. Our summer day camp program serves children ages 4-12 and we are looking for a passionate, creative Performing Arts specialist.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as lead educator for Performing Arts instruction for the Cherryvale Day Camp Program and assist in the production of our two musicals this summer.
• Develop and document diverse, age appropriate activities for each group.
• Enthusiastically participate in all camp programs and activities.
• Work with the leadership team (Assistant Camp Director, Program Coordinator, Camp Director, Camper Care Specialist, Kindergarten Camper Care Specialist) as needed.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• This role is in-person, seasonal, and full time during the camp season, May 19 - August 8, 2025.
• Our Camps programs are operated outdoors unless weather prohibits it. Working conditions include spending full days under the sun in all temperatures.
• We have two full weeks of training before camp begins.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Background in Performing Arts education
• Experience or willingness to work with young children (ages 4 – 12)
• Ability to integrate Jewish learning in programs
• Has the ability to think and act creatively, be flexible, demonstrate pride of work, and is caring about the individuals they serve.

COMPENSATION

This is a non-exempt hourly position with a salary range of $16.50-18.50/hour commensurate with experience. This is a 40-hour a week position May-August. The benefits for seasonal and temporary employees currently include a 403b retirement plan with generous company match, and more.

The application window for this position is expected to close on May 23, 2025. 

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Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At the Boulder Jewish Community Center, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about these roles but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification noted above, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other positions.

Applications are accepted online here. Once you submit your application, our Youth & Camp Assistant Director will be in touch if we would like to schedule an interview. An offer of employment in this position will be contingent on the successful completion of a background check.

We look forward to hearing from you!

The Boulder JCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. You are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The Boulder JCC’s mission is to be a home for community that builds relationships, embraces differences, and embodies what Jewish life can be. We are a central gathering place for people of all ages and backgrounds that supports the JCC’s values of community, joy, care, respect, growth, and generosity.