Mixed Media Specialist Job at Georgia Southern University in Statesboro

and the job listing Expires on August 14, 2025

Specialists run the specialized programs that are part of the camp experience. The Mixed Media Specialist is responsible for creating and implementing activities for their designated specialty area. This position works in our Specialty Art Camp with campers between the ages 6-12.

Job Description

• Leadership and Professional Development
  • Plan, direct, and supervise the Mixed Media specialty area program including creating program curriculum for a range of ages and abilities.
  • Mentor staff and campers about expected behavior in the specialty time and appropriate use of equipment.
  • Work with Lessans Camp JCC Leadership to plan and implement camp-wide special events and activities.
  • Delegate tasks to counselors, such as setting up equipment, managing transitions between activities, assisting with camper behavior, etc.
• Supervision and Engagement
  • Supervise and engage with all participants (ages 4-21) in programs and activities while under the position’s care.
  • Substitute for absent counselors as needed and requested.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of campers served, interact appropriately with campers in a variety of situations, appropriately model behavior, enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, and self-control and use positive behavior-management techniques.
• Work with the Adaptive Recreation Coordinator to ensure activities are accessible.
• Preparation, Planning, and Organization
  • Submit written activity plans, including two days of rainy day/absent plans & supplies lists to the Associate Camp Director.
  • Meet with Associate Camp Director weekly.
• Communication and Attendance
  • Assist with arrival and dismissal as scheduled.

Salary is determined based on experience including previous experience at Lessans Camp JCC. Current educators, relevant degree, and advanced certification bonuses available.

Qualifications

• Access to a device with reliable internet access for virtual orientation, meetings, and potential virtual programming.
• Ability to get on the floor to participate and supervise activities.
• Ability to move equipment and manage supplies as required.
• College credits/degree preferred.
• Prior experience working in the program area.
• Prior experience working with school-aged campers of all abilities.
• Ability to adapt all planned activities to include campers with special needs.
• Strong written and spoken language skills.
• Be accepting of, and sensitive to the diverse racial, national, sexual orientation, gender identity, abilities, religious and cultural backgrounds of everyone at Lessans Camp JCC.
• Willingness to be flexible and adapt to changes in schedule, responsibilities, and Lessans Camp JCC activities as needed.

Priority is given to candidates who are available for the entire camp season starting on June 16 going through August 8.