Summer Camp Assistant

Art and Wellness Enterprises•Bentonville, AR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The full-time Summer Camp Assistant is an entry-level role within Public Programs in the Learning & Engagement Division. This position includes a high degree of interaction with the public, volunteers, educators, and teaching artists, providing essential support for Crystal Bridges Summer Camps. Primary responsibilities include classroom setup, registration support, supply organization, and assistance with teaching, behavior support, and daily camp operations. This temporary position runs June 1 – July 24. Training week is June 1–5. Summer Camps take place Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m., June 8–July 24, and availability during all camp hours is required. Camps will not be held June 29 – July 3, though optional hours are available for studio reset and organization. The Summer Camp Assistant reports to the Manager of Youth and Family Programs and collaborates closely with the Public Programs team, contracted teaching artists, museum staff, and volunteers. This is a full-time temporary position.

Requirements

Enjoys working with children and youth of all ages.
Strong customer service skills and a welcoming, positive demeanor.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Strong planning, time-management, and organizational skills.
Basic understanding of youth artmaking practices.
Effective classroom management and ability to help create a supportive learning environment.
Ability to use—or willingness to learn—Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and museum-specific applications such as Asana and class management systems.
Ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and tactfully in both verbal and written forms.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of records, conversations, and sensitive information.
Ability to build positive and effective relationships with museum staff, interns, teachers, parents/guardians, volunteers, and campers.
High School diploma or GED certificate required.
Possession of a high school diploma or GED required

Nice To Haves

Understanding of child development and behavior; experience with behavior intervention techniques is a plus.
Bilingual (Spanish/English) skills are a plus.
Bachelor’s degree in education, art education, art history, museum studies, studio art, child development, or related field preferred.
Bachelors preferred.
Valid Arkansas driver’s license with clean driving record; willing and able to travel for program development and facilitation.
Paid or volunteer experience working with youth in a formal or informal setting

Responsibilities

Assist teaching artists and educators in creating and maintaining a clean, safe, inclusive, and cooperative learning environment.
Prepare and organize instructional materials, supplies, and equipment for daily camp activities; support classroom setup and end-of-day cleanup.
Provide instructional support through one-on-one and group assistance during artmaking and camp activities.
Accompany and assist campers during transitions, including drop-off/pick-up, movement across museum campus, and gallery visits.
Support campers with and without disabilities, helping implement behavior support strategies as needed.
Supervise campers during breaks, lunch, outdoor activities, and in the galleries, maintaining safety and awareness in all situations.
Perform physical tasks related to daily camp operations, including kneeling, stooping, standing, and lifting materials.
Maintain confidentiality regarding camper information in accordance with legal and organizational guidelines.
Keep accurate and timely records related to camper attendance, behavior notes, and camp operations, as appropriate.
Identify and report safety concerns; learn and follow museum policies, procedures, and emergency protocols.
Perform additional duties as assigned.