Camp Assistant

Summer Camp Program  •  Seasonal Position

Monday–Friday  •  8:00am–5:00pm  •  Morning, Afternoon, or All-Day Availability

 

About the Wyoming Fine Arts Center

For 30 years, the Wyoming Fine Arts Center has been a hub of connection, creativity, and belonging in our community. Our mission is to educate, create experiences, and nurture appreciation in music and the creative and performing arts across all ages, races, abilities, and backgrounds. Our Summer Camp program—running 9 to 10 weeks each year—gives kids a space to grow their artistic, writing, and language skills through collaboration, innovation, and hands-on learning.

 

Position Overview

Camp Assistants work directly with Camp Instructors to create a safe, inclusive, and enriching experience for campers. This is a hands-on role that requires reliability, a genuine love of working with kids, and a team-first attitude. Camp Assistants report to the Executive Director and take daily direction from Camp Administrators and Instructors.

 

Responsibilities

• Support Camp Instructors in delivering age-appropriate, engaging activities
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive environment for all campers
• Supervise campers during breaks, lunch, recess, and transitions between spaces
• Assist with drop-off and pick-up procedures, ensuring campers are accounted for at all times
• Lead or assist in moving camper groups between rooms, organizing single-file lines with one assistant at the front and one at the rear
• Monitor camper behavior and apply camp rules consistently and calmly
• Step in to support the Camp Instructor when they need to step away
• Keep activity spaces clean and organized throughout the day
• Report any incidents, injuries, or concerns to the Camp Admin or Instructor immediately
• Follow all safety policies and emergency procedures
• Serve as a positive role model in attitude, language, and conduct

 

Schedule & Hours

Camp Assistants may be scheduled for morning, afternoon, or all-day shifts:

• Morning shift: 8:30am–12:30pm
• Afternoon shift: 12:30–4:30pm
• All-day shift: 8:30am–4:30pm

Early drop-off coverage (from 7:45am) and late pick-up coverage (until around 5:00pm) may also be part of your schedule. Scheduling is determined by the Office & Facilities Admin.

We need assistants for any and/or all of the following weeks:

• June 1-5
• June 8-12
• June 15-19
• June 22-26
• July 6-10
• July 13-17
• July 20-24
• July 27-31
• August 3-7

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with children in a camp, school, childcare, or similar setting
• Ability to stay calm, patient, and positive in a busy environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Reliability and punctuality—arriving prepared and on time matters
• Comfort enforcing rules clearly and consistently
• Enthusiasm for the arts and creative learning
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain before the start of camp)

What to Expect

Camp runs Monday through Friday. You’ll be part of a small, close-knit staff team that works collaboratively to make each week run smoothly. The environment is creative and fast-moving. Days involve a mix of structured activity time, transitions, recess, and camper supervision. You’ll be expected to read the Camp Operations Manual before the first day of camp and attend the required training session on the afternoon of Friday May 29.

 

Compensation

$15.00 per hour. This is a seasonal position for the duration of the Summer Camp program.

 

How to Apply

Send a resume and a brief note about your experience working with children to:

recruiting@musicartdance.org

Subject line: camp assistant application

Addressed to Dr. Brianna Matzke, Executive Director

Wyoming Fine Arts Center

The Wyoming Fine Arts Center is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all staff.