Description

Summer Camp Assistant, Part-Time (Non-exempt) - Temporary

Welcome to the Denver Art Museum, where we believe that art can make a difference in peoples’ lives by celebrating & stimulating creativity and inspiring greater understanding & connection with our world. The DAM aspires to be a beloved anchor in Denver’s cultural & creative ecosystem and a national beacon for the ingenuity & boldness of our community. Are you ready to join a dynamic team of creative, motivated people who are passionate about delivering world-class experiences? If so, please proceed! In turn, the Denver Art Museum delivers competitive wages and benefits in a work environment that promotes excellence and rewards dedication and commitment.

In order to best serve our current and future visitors we strive to maximize the diversity, equity, and inclusiveness of our organization. Therefore, we encourage candidates that represent and embody the diversity found within our community to apply.

POSITION PURPOSE:

This position supports all aspects of summer camp, including preparation, smooth operation, and wrap-up of summer camp. There will be a mix of administrative work and direct interaction with educators, children, and families, so we are looking for candidates who are highly organized and self-motivated. The Summer Camp Assistant should also be welcoming to families of all communities and should be comfortable working with children ages 5-14. Ideal candidates are passionate about engaging kids to make connections with art and different cultures, as well as comfortable working in a classroom environment.

The Summer Camp Assistant position runs from the beginning of May through mid-August. Summer camps for kids will run from June 10 August 9, 2024. There are a few breaks from camp built into this schedule including a shortened (4-day) week in observance of the Juneteenth holiday, and a full week off from camp for July 4th. Staff in this position are expected to be available for all 8 remaining weeks of the camp season, as well as the training week in June prior to camps. The Summer Assistant will work up to 20 hours/week in May, and up to 40 hours/week from June-August. Camp sessions run from9:30am-3:30pm. Camp staff will need to be there from 8:30 am-4:30 pm in order to prepare for the day in the mornings and wrap-up for the day in the afternoons.

This position will report to the Senior Manager of Family Programs and will work closely with the Youth Programs Coordinator in the Learning & Engagement department.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Summer Camp Assistant is expected to anticipate the program's needs and jump in as needed to support campers and camp staff. The Youth Programs Coordinator may direct the Summer Camp Assistant to this end. The Summer Camp Assistan t will:

• Order and organize summer camp supplies, including teacher supply lists .
• Communicate with summer camp families via email and over the phone, including registration confirmations .
• Make weekly rosters for teachers, complete with allergy/behavioral information of each camper.
• Assist in summer camp training for educators.
• Facilitate check-in and check-out of campers each day.
• Supervise campers’ lunch to keep kids safe as they eat and play.
• Support campers in-gallery to help them engage with the art.
• Integrate an educational practice that centers equity, diversity and inclusion.
• Prep craft supplies and support students with artmaking projects as needed.
• Support teachers in the use of effective and compassionate classroom management techniques.
• Work with campers and teachers to navigate students’ social-emotional needs, including individual interventions as necessary.
• Consistent usage of the Racial Equity Lens in day-to-day operations.
• Other tasks related to the smooth functioning of summer camp as needed.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Formal or informal experience working with children .
• Experience with classroom/behavioral management when working with children .
• Passion for art and arts-integrated learning.
• Experience with crafts and/or artmaking and object-based learning.
• Ability to engage campers with diverse identities and experiences in art.
• Ability to help children navigate social-emotional needs; familiarity with trauma-informed approaches is preferred .

Pay: The hiring hourly range for the position is $20 -$24.25 based on experience. A $0.50 language differential is available for hours worked for candidates who have Spanish speaking proficiency.

Benefits : 403(b) Retirement Plan with immediate eligibility to contribute and those who meet the requirements will qualify for the 3% non-elective contribution and 2% match program. A free RTD Eco Pass. A free DAM Family Membership. Employee Assistance Program. Subscription to Headspace. This position is based at the Denver Art Museum, which only has pay to park options, all employees are eligible to receive a free RTD Eco Pass.

NOTE: The DAM prioritizes adaptability and a human-centered work environment. We are happy to consider accommodations to the position. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. We know there is no such thing as a perfect" candidate - Nor do we look for the right "fit" with us, we look for the add! We believe in cultivating an environment where there is diversity of perspectives, in hopes that we can all thrive in an inclusive environment.

We know that searching for a job can be stressful so we would like to give you an overview of the process to manage expectations. This role may require an interview with the hiring manager and/or panel that will be held virtually. Part of this interview may require a live teaching demo, however, candidates DO NOT need to prepare any materials for this ahead of time. This position will close Monday February 26, 2024 , and we plan to contact qualified applicants shortly thereafter. Our desire is to hire a candidate as soon as possible.

DENVER ART MUSEUM:

As an institution, we believe the Denver Art Museum is both a platform for and an amplifier of the voices of people of all races. We acknowledge that Black lives matter and communities of color Latinx, Indigenous, Black, and others have been underrepresented in art museums over decades, both internally and externally. We are committed to elevating all voices, artworks and perspectives and strive to support racial equity inside and out.

We prohibit discrimination against any person or organization based on age, race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, political service or affiliation, genetic information, or disability, as well as any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

We strive to provide a professional and positive work environment for our employees. The Museum expressly prohibits any form of employee harassment on the basis of age, race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, political service or affiliation, genetic information, disability or any other applicable status protected by federal, state or local law. Actions based on these or any legally protected characteristic will not be tolerated.

We encourage the freedom of gender expression and/or gender presentation. As an institution, we do not create barriers that may prevent any employee from expressing behaviors, mannerisms, interests, and appearances that represent their authentic personality or culture. Qualified candidates are expected to exemplify the DAM’s internal values, which include being dynamic, respectful, inclusive, creative, and curious. The ability to maintain effective and positive working relationships with visitors, employees, volunteers, representatives of public and private entities, policy making bodies, and contractors is critical to the success of this position.

The Museum believes vaccination is an important measure to protect the health and safety of everyone from significant illness due to COVID-19 infection. As a condition of employment, employees must present proof that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 on their first day of employment or receive an exemption or other reasonable accommodation due to circumstances protected under federal or state law that prevent the employee from being vaccinated. Employees are also mandated to receive a booster within 6 months of being fully vaccinated.