4H Camp Hidden Valley: 4H Arts Specialist - Watkins Glen, NY

The mission of Hidden Valley 4-H Camp is to provide youth with a fun, residential camp experience under the guidance of positive role models that emphasize camp community building, positive social interactions, environmental awareness, and skill building. The 4‑H Arts Specialist is responsible for planning and leading arts and crafts programs, ordering and inventorying art supplies in concert with the Assistant Director. The 4‑H Arts Specialist will live on Camp and serve as a cabin counselor for the summer camp season. Season Duration The summer camp season includes one Senior Staff week beginning June 22rd, one week of mandatory staff training from June 28th through July 5th (alumni hands on training weekend is 7/3-7/5), and five full weeks and one partial week of residential and day camp running from Sunday at 11:00 AM to Friday at 6:00 PM. The specific dates the Camp is in operation are July 7th through August 11th. The Arts Specialist will remain on Camp until August 14th to assist in closing the camp facility and oversee the proper storage, inventory and storage of art supplies. Specific Responsibilities Develop and implement 4‑H arts programming, including photography and other digital media geared to camp ages, interests, and abilities Use recommended HV 4‑H Camp Curriculum and Project Planning templates as a guide Coordinate and incorporate music and drama elements into the weekly Arts camp offerings Supervise campers at the Arts & Crafts building Manage camp art budget, order, and oversee inventory of art supplies Assist in the management and care of the physical facilities and equipment in the arts and crafts program area Serve as a positive role model in language, appearance, and behavior Participate and provide leadership in all camp programs Support and embrace diversity in all interactions with campers, other staff members, volunteers, and parents Implement programs that engage diverse backgrounds, interests, and learning styles Other duties will be assigned as required Qualifications 18 years of age or older Experience as a camper or working with children Ability to supervise and organize youth and young adults Ability to communicate effectively with the Assistant Camp Director, work as part of the team at Hidden Valley 4‑H Camp, and with campers and camp families Incorporates Teamwork and Flexibility into their daily work style Ability to plan and lead programs Position Details This is a full time, (TEMPORARY) exempt position. Salary and Benefits The rate of pay will be $2250.00. (Rate will be reduced for any time scheduled but not worked during the period) The pay rate is commensurate with experience, certifications, responsibilities, and availability. Benefits are not available for this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cornell University