Art Teacher - Norwood at ESF Camps in Philadelphia, PA

ART TEACHER - NORWOOD Join our team as an Art Teacher and inspire young minds at camp! Are you ready for an unforgettable summer adventure? At ESF Camps, we are on a mission to create an extraordinary summer experience for campers from preschool to 8th grade, and we are looking for energetic, passionate people to join us and make a positive impact while having a blast! As an Art Teacher, you will teach and inspire campers, pre-school-8th grade, in the world of art! The diverse projects range from tie-dye and clay creations to 3-dimensional crafts, painting, collage, and more. Curriculum and supplies are provided. Why ESF? • Inspire Young Minds: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children while receiving comprehensive training and support. • Unleash Your Potential: We offer opportunities for internships, fieldwork, and continuing education credits. • Become a Leader: Gain valuable leadership experience as you supervise and mentor children. • Positive Environment: Experience being part of a team guided by ESF Core Values. Extra Perks: • Convenient Summer Schedule: Enjoy nights and weekends off. • Employee Referral Bonus Program: Increase your earnings through referrals from your network. • Free Certifications: Reimbursements available for qualified roles. • Camp Tuition: Enjoy a significantly discounted tuition rate exclusively for Team members’ children. Requirements: • Art Background: Preferably possess an art background. • Education: • College graduate working in an education/child-related career. • Teaching certification or equivalent experience required. • Experience: We are looking for experience teaching and working with children. • Previous experience working with children in a camp setting is preferred. • Prior classroom teaching/fieldwork experience (2-4 years) • Previous experience working with students in Elementary or Secondary grade levels • Hours: Typically, 37.5-40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with opportunities for extended hours. Actual scheduled hours vary by camp location and program. • Schedule Commitment: Any schedule changes must be pre-approved by the site director. • Required Training: Complete all required ESF and state-mandated training and onboarding. • Dress Code: Maintain the "ESF Look" (camp uniform) and embody the spirit of the camp. Essential Job Responsibilities: • Teach & Inspire: Implement ESF curriculum. Actively engage campers, offer support, and provide guidance to bring lesson plans to life. • Dive Into the Camp Day! Promote and lead daily activities and projects with enthusiasm, collaborating effectively with counselors and fellow instructors. • Safety & Positive Group Management: Ensure the safety and well-being of campers with emphasis on positive behavior and effective group management. Promptly report any concerns to the Site Director. • Be the Ultimate Role Model: Supervise campers, while fostering a positive and safe environment. • Demonstrate ESF Core Values & Code daily, from “Gratitude” to “Bring It” daily. • Model the ESF Virtues of Character (Gratitude, Respect, Trustworthiness, Effort, Kindness, Positivity, Resilience, Community) in camp daily. • Adhere to all company policies. • Communication: Maintain clear, concise, and engaging communication with campers, families, peers, and our leadership team. Reporting Relationships: • Directly report to and take guidance from the Camp Director, with additional accountability to the Site Director. Additional Responsibilities: • Push/pull, lift, and carry a minimum of thirty-five (35) pounds across campus. Work outside, upright, and mobile for six (6) to eight (8) hours per day • Respond to emergencies, including running (up to 1 mile in some cases) and ascending stairs without undue exertion. This job description is subject to change at any time.