Up-Cycle Fashion Design Instructor — Summer Camp

JCC Greater Boston; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Center access

Free or discounted camp program enroll

Job summary

JCC Greater Boston in Newton, MA is seeking an energetic Up-Cycle Fashion Design Instructor to lead fun, hands-on classes for campers entering grades 4–8 this summer. You’ll guide youth through t-shirt design, up-cycling, and fashion projects using sewing, Cricut, and heat-press tools.

The role runs 8:30am–4:30pm, Monday–Friday for 8 weeks, with competitive pay and access to JCC facilities. Prior teaching at camp or similar setting is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school degree preferred
• College degree, concentration, certification, or equivalent experience in specialty area preferred
• 1+ season (summer camp, semester, other) instructor experience planning and leading activities for children
• Portfolio or examples of projects preferred
• Customer service experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and lead age-appropriate activities in your specialty area
• Ensure the safety and well-being of campers during activities
• Create a fun, inclusive, and supportive environment that encourages skill-building and exploration
• Work in partnership with counselors and camp leadership to provide a cohesive, positive camper experience
• Maintain, organize, and request necessary supplies and equipment
• Adapt activities to meet the needs and abilities of diverse campers
• Support camp-wide special events and large-group programming as assigned
• Assist with overall camp operations as needed (drop-off/pick-up, transitions, lunch, supervision, etc.)

Skills

Child engagement

Fashion design

Class planning

Group management

Communication

Safety awareness

Creativity

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Initiative

Relationship building

Education

High school degree preferred

College degree / certification preferred

Tools

Sewing machines

Cricut

Heat presses

3D printers

Job description

JCC Greater Boston in Newton, MA is seeking an energetic Up-Cycle Fashion Design Instructor to lead fun, hands-on classes for campers entering grades 4–8 this summer. You’ll guide youth through t-shirt design, up-cycling, and fashion projects using sewing, Cricut, and heat-press tools.

The role runs 8:30am–4:30pm, Monday–Friday for 8 weeks, with competitive pay and access to JCC facilities. Prior teaching at camp or similar setting is preferred.