Drama Specialist
About The Position
Make a Difference This Summer at Tamarack Day Camp! Looking for a summer job that’s creative, rewarding, and full of energy? As a Drama Specialist at Tamarack Day Camp, you’ll inspire campers to build confidence, express themselves, and have fun through performance, imagination, and teamwork. A summer at Tamarack is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact while creating unforgettable memories. About Tamarack Day Camp Tamarack Day Camp is a premier summer day camp located in Randolph, New Jersey, serving children ages 3–15. Our program focuses on fun, growth, creativity, and character development in a supportive and upbeat environment. Camp runs Monday through Friday , June 29 through August 21 , and all 39 days of camp are required for employment . Position Overview The Drama Specialist is responsible for planning and leading engaging, age-appropriate drama activities for campers. This role emphasizes creativity, self-expression, confidence-building, and collaboration through theater games, improvisation, skits, and performance-based activities. The Drama Specialist will also play a key role in producing Tamarack’s camp-wide drama performance.
Requirements
- Experience or background in theater, drama, acting, musical theater, or performing arts preferred
- Comfort working with children ages 3–15
- Energetic, creative, and enthusiastic personality
- Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills
- Ability to adapt instruction for different age groups and abilities
- Reliable, responsible, and able to commit to the full camp season
Responsibilities
- Plan and lead daily drama activities for assigned camper groups
- Create a fun, inclusive, and encouraging environment for campers of all experience levels
- Teach basic acting skills, improvisation, storytelling, and stage presence
- Teach and coordinate the camp drama show, including scenes, songs, and dances
- Rehearse and prepare campers for performances and special events
- Collaborate with counselors and camp leadership to support the overall show production
- Manage group behavior while maintaining a positive and supportive atmosphere
- Communicate effectively with counselors and supervisors to ensure smooth transitions and strong camper experiences
- Maintain safety and organization within the drama area at all times
- Serve as a positive role model and uphold Tamarack’s core values
Benefits
- Supportive leadership and a welcoming staff community
- Fun staff events and outings throughout the summer
- Hands-on experience leading creative programming
- An opportunity to grow as a leader while making a meaningful impact
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