CREATIVE ARTS COUNSELORS & SPECIALISTS

Running Brook Camps; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Lunch provided

Daily iced coffee

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Running Brook Camps seeks compassionate counselors and specialists to help lead a dynamic day camp experience open to youth of diverse backgrounds. You will supervise campers, guide art-based activities, and collaborate with the leadership team to ensure safe, engaging programming.

Ideal candidates have experience with youth, a passion for the arts, and flexibility to participate in training and development.

Qualifications

• Experience working with youth in a camp or classroom setting.
• Ability to engage children in arts-based activities and mediums.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the day-to-day operation of the camp program.
• Communicate effectively with leadership, counselors, campers, and parents.
• Participate in pre-camp training and professional development.
• Be available for the camp season: June 28th through August 20th 2027.

Skills

Leadership

Adaptability

Communication

Education

Fine arts / performing arts / digital arts / education / child development

Job description

We have a two different positions available for creative people - you could either be a general counselor or a specialist who focuses on teaching a preferred medium.

At Running Brook, we believe that camp is special because of the people who are there. Camp is a place where youth come to play and grow in a group - as a member of our staff, you will play an integral role in this incredible experience. Along the way, we hope you will learn about yourself and gain valuable experience to use throughout your life.

• An opportunity for you to positively impact youth by being a leader and role model
• Flexible professional development opportunities to benefit you regardless of career path
• A community of coworkers with the drive to create meaningful change
• Day camp experience - enjoy camp during the day, rest and refresh at night
• Competitive pay with increases based on level of experience
• Daily iced coffee and lunch
• Be available for the camp season: June 28th through August 20th 2027, Monday to Friday from 8:15am-4:00pm
• Participate in pre-camp training and professional development
• Monitor the day-to-day operation of the camp program
• Communicate effectively with leadership team, counselors, campers, and parents
• Demonstrate flexibility to perform other duties as requested
• Practice self-care in order to put your best foot forward
• Be safe and have fun with the whole Running Brook community!

• Relevant education and experience
• Examples: fine arts, performing arts, digital arts, education, child development
• Ability to stand for 8 hours

There is room for everyone at camp. You will have the opportunity to work with a wide range of ages, abilities, and backgrounds at camp. We encourage, value, and honor diversity and support a culture of equity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering equity at every level of the organization. We recognize that this is a long‑term, ongoing commitment that requires active learning and change on the part of our organization.

FALL 2026

JANUARY 2027

Hiring continues until all positions are filled

MAY & JUNE 2027

Mandatory staff training and orientation - dates / times to be announced

JUNE 28, 2027

First day of Day, Adventures & Creative Arts Camps

AUGUST 20, 2027

Last day of Day, Adventures & Creative Arts Camps