Assistant Instructor, Spring Break Art Camp

Spring Art Camp Assistant Instructor

The Elmhurst Art Museum seeks seasonal, part-time camp assistant instructors for our exciting Spring Art Camp. This is a terrific opportunity for dynamic, high-energy applicants who are interested in K-12 education, visual art, or museum education. This position is contract-based with an hourly rate of $20/hr.

Qualifications:

• Prior experience working with children or families
• Art enthusiast - while previous art-making experience is preferred, it isn’t required
• Ability to follow detailed directions and a willingness to jump in and help instructors
• A prompt, professional, and collaborative manner
• Availability on all of the following dates:
  • March 30 - April 3 from 9:00am-3:00pm
  • Planning, preparation, and team staff meeting before March 30, date TBD.
• Background check prior to the start of the contract are required.

Duties:

• Prepare and organize art materials as instructed
• Supervise campers and maintain a safe, inclusive environment at camp
• Help campers (ages 5 - 12 years old) engage in programs and activities
• Follow and execute activities according to the direction of EAM Instructors and Staff
• Display a positive and respectful attitude while acting as a role model
• Facilitate and lead warm-up and wrap-up activities as needed by lead instructors
• Interact with campers and adults in a professional and courteous manner
• Communicate effectively and show integrity as a museum representative both on and off site
• Follow procedures and expectations as outlines by EAM Instructors and Staff
• Maintaining a clean environment
• Act as a substitute lead instructor if the lead instructor is absent
• Other duties as assigned

Contact:

To apply, email the following materials to karly@elmhurstartmuseum.org by February 1.

• A paragraph of introduction describing your interest in the role and relevant experience
• Resume
• Two references