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YMCA of Upper Palmetto · 2 months ago

Camp Cherokee Arts and Crafts Director

Blacksburg, SC

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

The YMCA of Upper Palmetto is seeking a Camp Cherokee Arts and Crafts Director to provide a safe and fun Arts and Crafts program for campers. The role involves planning, managing, and supervising the Arts and Crafts program while ensuring high-quality programming and skill development for campers.

Health Wellness & Fitness

Responsibilities

Plan, manage and supervise a safe and fun Arts and Crafts program to campers

Manage the purchase ordering of all Arts and Crafts equipment at YMCA Camp Cherokee

Plan and schedule the Arts and Crafts program for YMCA Camp Cherokee’s Resident Summer Camp program

Ensure lesson plans are completed and implemented to deliver high-quality programs to campers

Manage daily program success and the development of the campers’ skills and abilities, specifically evaluating age differences

Communicate all daily Arts and Crafts program needs and expectations with staff

Manage class occupancy limits compared to equipment and program spacing

Focus on skill development to campers

Ensure campers are given the opportunity to take home tangible crafts that are finished products

Manage the upkeep of all programming facilities, areas and equipment

Create an inventory and manage all Arts and Crafts programming equipment

Discuss planning and implementation during staff training(s)

Ensure campers and staff adhere to safety precautions when participating in programming

Manage program areas and ensure hazards are kept to a minimum

Conduct daily checks of all program facilities and equipment

Identify, maintain and create an inventory of all program equipment. Note when repairs are needed or new program materials are needed

Assist other program staff when needed

Qualification

LeadershipProgram ManagementCommunication SkillsChild Development InterestTeamwork

Required

Must be 21 years of age or have completed at least two years of college

Must attend all pre-camp training, retreats, and opening training session

Possess leadership qualities and ability to use sound judgment

Good health, enthusiasm, individual maturity, moral character, team qualities, and communication skills

Possess interest in the development of children

Must be able to endure hot temperatures, physical exertion, manual labor, behavioral conflicts, and must be able to walk, run, and swim every day

Physical requirements of the Arts and Crafts Instructor position at Camp Cherokee include endurance during prolonged activities, bending, stooping and lifting (25lbs)

Other physical aspects include the ability to observe and manipulate program activities, to meet the needs and skill levels of both campers and staff members