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Up-Cycle Fashion Design Instructor, Camp Kaleidoscope, Summer Camp
Up-Cycle Fashion Design Instructor, Camp Kaleidoscope, Summer CampJCC Greater Boston • Newton, Massachusetts, USA
Up-Cycle Fashion Design Instructor, Camp Kaleidoscope, Summer Camp

Up-Cycle Fashion Design Instructor, Camp Kaleidoscope, Summer Camp

JCC Greater Boston • Newton, Massachusetts, USA
16 days ago
Job type
  • Temporary
Job description

Description

Be a role model. Share your passion!

Do you love hands-on arts projects and working with children JCC Greater Bostons Camp Kaleidoscope is looking for an energetic and creative Sneaker & Streetwear Design Instructor to inspire young artists this summer in Newton MA.

Share your love of t shirt design hoodies fashion design up-cycling customization and more by teaching fashion design and costuming classes for children entering grades 4 - 8 this summer. Camp Kaleidoscope the JCC summer day camp in Newton draws creative campers interested in the arts science and the outdoors. Camp Counselors and activity specialists guide campers in drama art science sports swimming and much more as they develop and build energy of the camp is lively playful and warm as both campers and staff develop lifelong friendships.

JCC Greater Boston offers free bus service for staff from Cambridge Brookline Jamaica Plain West Roxbury Wayland Framingham Natick Needham Newton and Wellesley during the summer season.

What you will do each day :

Youll work with our camp team and lead 4 or 5 Sneaker & Streetwear design classes each day. Topics can vary from t shirts sneakers hoodies sweats socks and accessories to tie dye up-cycling and more! We have a variety of equipment including sewing machines cricut heat presses 3D printers and more waiting to inspire.

Why work with us

At our camps the best part of the day is simple : the campers. Our staff say their favorite moments are playing games cheering campers on at swim creating art together and bonding over shared interests. Staff describe camp as fun dynamic and inclusive. Here youll gain leadership skills make lasting friendships and create unforgettable experiences for campers and yourself.

JCC Greater Boston is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all irrespective of personal practices beliefs or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Bostons core values - Belonging Joyfulness Collaboration and Transformation - which resonate with many who do not identify as Jewish.

This is what our staff say are the best parts of working at JCC Camps :

  • Bonding with the campers
  • The activities
  • Free swim
  • Leadership opportunities
  • Making close friends with co-counselors and camp staff

Primary responsibilities include and are not limited to :

  • Plan prepare and lead age-appropriate activities in your specialty area
  • Ensure the safety and well-being of campers during activities
  • Create a fun inclusive and supportive environment that encourages skill-building and exploration
  • Work in partnership with counselors and camp leadership to provide a cohesive positive camper experience
  • Maintain organize and request necessary supplies and equipment
  • Adapt activities to meet the needs and abilities of diverse campers
  • Support camp-wide special events and large-group programming as assigned
  • Assist with overall camp operations as needed (drop-off / pick-up transitions lunch supervision etc.)
  • Standard staff expectations include and are not limited to :

  • Actively create a welcoming dynamic that contributes to an environment where each individual is valued and respected
  • Actively participate as an essential team member
  • Support JCC Greater Bostons mission vision and values of belonging joyfulness collaboration and transformation including through role modeling
  • Enthusiastically representing the organization model excellence and achievement
  • Attend JCCGB meetings and trainings as assigned
  • Other duties as assigned
  • This is a great chance to join JCC Greater Bostons respected and valued people-orientated workplace of diverse community services providers which is rapidly growing!

    JOB DETAILS : This is an hourly position with a daily schedule of 8 : 30am - 4 : 30pm Monday - Friday. Offering great perks including JCC Health & Fitness center access a supportive vibrant in-person work environment and a competitive starting pay rate of $20 per hour. The pay rate offered will ultimately be determined by relevant qualifications experience and JCCs internal equity.

    This 8 week camp program is June 22 - August 21 including staff training. While we prefer candidates who are available all summer we recognize that candidates may have other obligations and are happy to work with your schedule.

    About JCC Greater Boston

    Since opening its doors in 1983 JCC Greater Boston has been committed to creating a vibrant inclusive diverse community by nurturing meaningful lasting relationships. Through our network of early learning centers day camps regional teen and family programs health and wellness offerings and adult arts and ideas classes JCC Greater Boston provides highly valued connections learning and experiences for the Jewish community and friends.

    JCC Greater Boston staff enjoy working in an innovative friendly and welcoming environment where their talents and contributions are our recent employee survey staff rated their direct management and organizational alignment experiences close to 90% positive. If you want to upgrade your working experience and have a better work-life balance we encourage you to explore becoming part of the JCC team!

    The JCC is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all irrespective of personal practices beliefs or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Bostons core values : Belonging Joyfulness Collaboration and Transformation which we hope resonate with all.

    To learn more about what makes JCC Greater Boston a wonderful place to work please visit our careers page at Greater Boston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression age race color religion national origin ancestry veteran status marital status pregnancy genetic information or a continuing effort to maintain and enrich a diverse environment we actively encourage applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.

    Requirements

    Education and Experience :

  • High school degree preferred
  • College degree concentration certification or equivalent experience in specialty area preferred
  • 1 season (summer camp semester other) instructor experience planning and leading activities for children
  • Portfolio or examples of projects preferred
  • Customer service experience preferred
  • Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted at the JCCs discretion to meet minimum criteria.
  • Skills and Abilities :

  • Genuine enjoyment of working with children and helping them grow
  • Passion and expertise in your specialty area (arts sports music cooking science etc.)
  • Ability to plan and lead age-appropriate engaging and inclusive activities
  • Excellent group management skills
  • Strong communication teamwork and collaboration skills with campers and staff
  • Safety awareness and ability to manage risks during activities
  • Creativity flexibility and patience to adapt activities for diverse camper needs
  • Positive energetic attitude and commitment to fostering an inclusive joyful camp environment
  • Proactive problem-solving and willingness to ask for guidance when needed
  • Self-starter who takes the initiative
  • Must be able to work well with others building / sustaining collaborative solid relationships
  • Ability to manage situations effectively and diplomatically and ask for help guidance or clarification when needed
  • Commitment to build strong relationships with campers co-workers and camp leadership
  • Physical Requirements :

  • Able to work well in a busy dynamic and sometimes noisy environment involving multiple tasks and priorities.
  • Ability to work in variety of weather conditions for extended periods of time in case of rain heat humidity cold or other environmental factors to ensure the supervision and safety of campers in our care.
  • Able to lift and carry objects weighing 30-40 pounds (boxes of supplies childrens backpacks etc.
  • Able to sit and kneel; getting down at eye level with children regularly.
  • ADA Statement : Individuals must possess these criteria for knowledge skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation and using some other combination of skills and abilities.

    Benefits

    In addition to offering rewarding work and great career opportunities within our mission-driven values-driven and family-centric environment JCC Greater Boston proudly offers employees the generous benefits listed below.

    JCCGB Perks! Each seasonal employee is eligible for access to JCC Greater Bostons top class fitness recreation and wellness facility in Newton! Seasonal access to the JCC Fitness Center includes :

  • Use of the Fitness Center at Leventhal-Sidman JCC during active seasonal employment
  • Free or discounted enrollment for camp programs may be available for camp employees children based on availability.
  • Benefits are subject to review and change by the Organization and plan documents are the primary determinant.

    A Great Place to Work! JCC Greater Boston is consciously evolving as a great place to work! In our recent 2023 employee engagement survey at least 88% of our staff gave us top ratings on :

  • Supportive colleagues
  • Team camaraderie
  • How their managers treat them
  • Individual autonomy
  • Knowing what their work contributes to and how it impacts others
  • Pride in working for the JCC
  • Program and service quality
  • Holding ourselves accountable
  • Our staff and leadership bring experience excellence and commitment to everything we offer and we are dedicated to a culture where all our employees may thrive. Our culture is built on our values driven by our mission and nurtured through the expert contributions of our professionals.

    Key Skills

    Microsoft Office,Public Relations,Google Docs,Data Collection,MailChimp,Microsoft Word,Dermal Fillers,Microsoft Powerpoint,Research Experience,Microsoft Excel,Adobe Photoshop,Writing Skills

    Employment Type : Temp

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

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