Youth Day Program Leader - Summer Art Camp (2025) at the Palmer Museum of Art

The Pennsylvania State University; University Park (PA, TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Youth Program Leaders for Summer Art Camps at a renowned museum. This role involves supervising minors, ensuring safety, and adhering to compliance policies. Leaders will engage in developing and delivering creative lessons while fostering a safe and inclusive environment for all participants. If you are passionate about art and youth engagement, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive impact in the community while working in a vibrant and supportive atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Must have clearances: PA State Police, Child Abuse, and FBI Criminal Background Check.
• Experience in youth program leadership is essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise minors and ensure their safety during all program hours.
• Assist in developing instructional content and delivering lessons.

Skills

Youth supervision

Emergency response

Communication

Medication management

Behavior management

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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Note: Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For more information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND REQUIREMENTS:

Conferences and Institutes is seeking Youth Program Leaders for Summer Art Camps at the Palmer Museum of Art in 2025, scheduled for July 14-25.

Responsibilities include supervising and ensuring the safety of minors, adhering to youth compliance policies, emergency response, communication with the Program Director and Manager, medication management, and oversight of health information. Leaders may assist with developing instructional content and delivering lessons and activities.

Leaders share responsibility for monitoring participant safety, behavior, and whereabouts during all program hours, including non-instructional times. They must respond calmly and effectively to issues concerning behavior or safety, handle sensitive information, and follow notification protocols.

This role requires the following three publicly available clearances:

• PA State Police Criminal Background Check
• PA Child Abuse History Clearance
• FBI Criminal Background Check

The Pennsylvania State University values diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability. We promote a culture of inclusion and leverage diversity benefits to enhance our community and mission.

CRIME STATISTICS AND POLICIES:

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Employment requires successful completion of background checks per university policies.

EEO STATEMENT:

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. We provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance with the application process due to a disability, contact 814-865-1473.

LEGAL AND POLICY INFORMATION:

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• PA State Labor Law Poster
• Affirmative Action
• Penn State Policies

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