Performing Arts Lead — Overnight Camp

American Youth Foundation; Tuftonboro (NH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Meals provided

Job summary

Merrowvista at American Youth Foundation is seeking a Performing Arts Specialist to design and run daily arts blocks for campers aged 8–17, under the Activities Coordinator. You will lead sessions, help plan curricula, and support camp programming throughout the day in a supportive setting.

Housing and all meals are provided; staff live onsite during training and camp sessions within a youth‑centered community that values safety, inclusivity, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with at least one year of post‑high school experience.
• First Aid and CPR certification (training available).
• Strong teaching/facilitation skills with youth; ability to teach skills with confidence and humor.
• Knowledge of a wide range of crafts and arts skills, from beginner to advanced.
• Close attention to detail, highly organized, and able to take initiative.
• Demonstrated ability to follow through on projects and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead performing arts groups and activity blocks daily, managing spaces.
• Plan and implement multi‑day curriculums differentiated for various camper skill levels.
• Provide engaging instruction that fosters skill development, social interaction, and safe challenges.
• Create lesson plans; prepare and facilitate events across camp.
• Coordinate schedules and ensure proper staff coverage for all program times.
• Lead early morning exercises and evening camp activities as assigned.
• Inventory program supplies and order resources as needed.

Skills

Teaching & facilitation

Performing arts

Youth supervision

First Aid & CPR

Communication

Job description

Merrowvista at American Youth Foundation is seeking a Performing Arts Specialist to design and run daily arts blocks for campers aged 8–17, under the Activities Coordinator. You will lead sessions, help plan curricula, and support camp programming throughout the day in a supportive setting.

Housing and all meals are provided; staff live onsite during training and camp sessions within a youth‑centered community that values safety, inclusivity, and teamwork.