Theatre/Musical Theatre Counselor
West Park Cultural Center
The position of Theatre/Musical Theatre Counselor is available for the 24h year of our Camp Ginkgo. This four-week arts and nature camp includes visual art, photography/poetry, and theatre. Teaching artists experienced working with children are encouraged to apply.
During the camp day, three Artist/Counselors engage children in projects and organize campers during meals, recreation, and field trips. The campers are divided into 3 age groups: 5-6, 7-9, and 10-12. Artist/Counselors are expected to create and lead a daily 45-minute project session suitable for each age group, culminating in a final presentation for families the last day of camp. The camp manager and two assistants support artist/counselors. The maximum number of campers is 30.
The daily schedule:
Staff arrival: 7:30 am (7:00 am the first day for set-up)
Camper Arrival: 8:00 am
Camper Day ends: 3:00 pm
Staff Day Ends: 3:30 pm (time for cleanup, reports, debrief and planning)
Clearances required (child abuse, criminal history, and FBI fingerprint)
Note: Compensation is $700-$750 per week.
