Music & Media Instructors - Salem YMCA Summer Camp
About The Position
Music & Media Instructor – Summer Creative Arts Camps YMCA of the North Shore | Summer 2026 Do you love the performing arts and working with kids? The YMCA of the North Shore is hiring Music & Media Instructors for our Specialty Creative Arts Camps this summer! We are especially seeking instructors with experience or interest in: 🎭 Theatre | 🎪 Circus Arts | 🎩 Magic | 😂 Comedy | 🎬 Film & Media | 🎶 Music Guided by the YMCA’s core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility, Creative Arts Instructors help create a fun, inclusive environment where participants can explore creativity, build confidence, and develop new skills. What You’ll Do Lead or assist engaging, age-appropriate creative arts classes and workshops Support skill-building, creativity, and self-expression in a positive environment Prepare materials and assist with setup and cleanup of creative spaces Ensure a safe, organized, and welcoming program environment Communicate and collaborate with program staff and families Why Work for the Y? Make a meaningful impact through creative, mission-driven work Build leadership and teaching experience Enjoy a fun, supportive summer camp environment Apply today and help make Summer 2026 unforgettable at the YMCA of the North Shore! QualificationsQualifications Experience instructing or assisting in creative or performing arts programs preferred Experience working with children or youth in a structured setting strongly preferred Ability to demonstrate and teach artistic techniques at an age-appropriate level Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage participants positively Must obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid certifications Flexible availability, including afternoons, evenings, and weekends as scheduled Work Environment & Physical Demands Ability to demonstrate skills physically and provide clear verbal instruction Ability to lift and carry equipment and supplies up to 40 pounds Ability to stand or sit while remaining alert for extended periods Position requires bending, kneeling, walking, and navigating uneven surfaces Ability to communicate clearly and respond effectively in emergency situations The YMCA is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran's status.
Requirements
- Experience instructing or assisting in creative or performing arts programs preferred
- Experience working with children or youth in a structured setting strongly preferred
- Ability to demonstrate and teach artistic techniques at an age-appropriate level
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage participants positively
- Must obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid certifications
- Flexible availability, including afternoons, evenings, and weekends as scheduled
- Ability to demonstrate skills physically and provide clear verbal instruction
- Ability to lift and carry equipment and supplies up to 40 pounds
- Ability to stand or sit while remaining alert for extended periods
- Position requires bending, kneeling, walking, and navigating uneven surfaces
- Ability to communicate clearly and respond effectively in emergency situations
Responsibilities
- Lead or assist engaging, age-appropriate creative arts classes and workshops
- Support skill-building, creativity, and self-expression in a positive environment
- Prepare materials and assist with setup and cleanup of creative spaces
- Ensure a safe, organized, and welcoming program environment
- Communicate and collaborate with program staff and families
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